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Date Seen: 12/08 - Undecided
Visually amazing from the standpoint of the stage and set. Story and show move slowly and I had a hard time staying interest. Considering a $135 price tag, I would look elsewhere for entertainment. For perspective, six in my group saw the show and half of the group did not love it and half of the group enjoyed it mildly.
<dwmmlm -at- yahoo.com> - Weston FL USA - Added 12/11/08 - [24.233.169***] 7946
Date Seen: 11/08 - Bad Show
KA being the only Cirque show in Vegas that I had not seen, I was of course excited to see it. In the past 10 years, I have seen Quidam, Dralion, Varekai, Corteo, and at Vegas Ive seen "O" , Mystere, Zumanity and now KA.
According to Wikipedia, this is the most expensive Cirque production. NO doubt. The stage itself is a sigh to see. It is almost as if the entire production was an afterthought following construction of the $220 million set.
I suffered through the opening 15 minutes, waiting and hoping for a spark or the old Cirque. No luck. No stunning moves, just weak fluffy choreorgraphy framed by some stunning imagery for sure.
Where were the haunting lyrical numbers, the amazing gymnastics, the flood of mind boggling costumes? They simply aren't here.
Halfway thru, I knew. It wasnt coming.
In the whole production, there are perhaps 2 gymnastic acts that gave the only hint that this was a Cirque show. A rotating wheel ( a rather used Cirque routine as well as one that every Circus has) and the other act....a swinging couple on ropes. Nothing original here for Cirque.
All in all, this show was a stunning visual treat. The set IS truly amazing....but after an hour or so of that floating floor/wall....it gets old.
I Love Cirque and I JUMP at the chance to see them all.....but the whole time I was at KA....I was wishing I was somewhere else. I never thought I would say that about a Cirque show.
I guess for ALL the Cirque successes, one lemon is not a bad track record....shame it comes at such an expense.
If you're in Vegas, I'd suggest "O" and or Mystere for a true experience that has the total package and stunning jaw dropping effects that a true Cirque show can and should deliver.
<timcdfw -at- gmail.com> - Dallas TX USA - Added 11/29/08 - [71.154.10***] 7938
Date Seen: 10/08
I just wanted to comment on the Criss Angel show Believe. Some people that seen previous shows said it was so bad that they wanted their money back. I just seen it last night (10/14/08) and I did not feel that way. It may not be the best show I have ever seen but it certainly was not the worst. Criss Angel is such a charismatic person that he could have probably just stood on the stage doing nothing and people would still love him. The costumes were great and so was the stage. Loved the stunts that he performed and would love to see him again.
Sincerely,
Marissa Colombi
<malynne1 -at- mcn.org> - Fort Bragg CA USA - Added 10/15/08 - [12.192.167.***] 7921
Date Seen: 03/08
The emperor has no clothes. It was OK, but not worth $100 a seat. The story is hard to follow, my wife
had a bit of a nap, and I was checking my watch after 30 minutes. The best part of the show was the
house crew, the harp out front and the fire blasts on stage, The acrobatics were OK, the set was neat and
the mechanical stage was cool - but really it was poor value for the money - Spend $25 and go to a
movie instead - I've learned my lesson.
This was my first Cirque show and I think it will be my last. Who is publishing these rave reviews?
I suspect shenanigans!
<tpelton -at- uvic.ca> - Victoria BC USA - Added 03/07/08 - [24.234.252.***] 7799
Date Seen: 11/07 - Good Show
I cannot understand why this show does not have a 9 or 10 rating as it is probably the best Cirque show in Vegas ( and we have seen and enjoyed them all). One comment indicates no acrobatics or cool stunts however from the very start to the very end there are incredible acrobatics and stunts which are all woven into a beautiful story. It was over so fast that we could not believe that 90 minutes had passed. The cost to see the show is considerable but worth every cent.
<gjl32 -at- shaw.ca> - USA - Added 11/22/07 - [70.65.195.***] 7746
Date Seen: 09/07 - Good Show
One of the all-time best shows I have ever seen in person; including concerts, broadway, etc. I must admit I have never seen a cirque show in person, but am very familiar with the concept. KA still blew my mind. Amazing super talented performers. Mind-boggling hydraulic stage. Very impressive, all of it. I did manage to score a great deal for $50 orchestra seats during a summer promo, but would spend the full $150 in a heartbeat to go see KA again. My seat was to the right, row F....AWESOME. But it seems to me there really is not a bad seat in the house. By all means, go see KA.
Kid friendly, yes.... but is VEGAS kid friendly....no. Please leave your children at home when planning a trip to Vegas. Please!
<nichole8178 -at- hotmail.com> - WI USA - Added 09/23/07 - [71.89.46.***] 7722
Date Seen: 09/07 - Good Show
This is an awesome show, totally blew me away. The whole "KA" experience begins at the door, with the doormen and ushers dressed and acted their characters. The large theater is amazing, once you walked in, you feel as though you've been transported to another world. The stage itself is an absolute techno marvel, you'll have to see it to believe it (the underwater effect is amazing). Yes, the show is definitely different than other Cirque shows like "Mystere" and "O", "KA" has less acrobatic elements and more acting due to the storyline (most of KA's acrobatics are bungee or cable related), but I was totally immersed in the story, the environment and the whole experience. The entire audience gave a standing ovation at the end of the show. The theater, the stage, the music, and the performance were definitely worth the price of the ticket, and I would certainly see KA again! Highly recommend it!!
<corgidog168 -at- comcast.net> - Newcastle WA USA - Added 09/23/07 - [67.182.136***] 7724
Date Seen: 07/07 - Good Show
If you have not seen a Cirque show, see this one first. I've seen "O", "Mystere" and "Love" and "KA" is the best by far. The stage is amazing, I've never seen anything like it. If someone claims to have fallen asleep, they must have been stone drunk.
I don't understand the low kid rating. I'm pretty conservative (very conservative by Vegas standards) and I would have no problem taking my 11 year old nephew (I would never take him to Vegas in the first place, but that is another issue). Great show for all ages.
Save some money and buy the cheapest tickets. The stage is so large, I don't think it matters where you sit.
<SOONERGR91 -at- YAHOO.COM> - Norman OK USA - Added 08/20/07 - [70.245.108***] 7697
Date Seen: 05/07 - Bad Show
I fell asleep! This was my 6th Cirque Show. If it were my first I would never have gone again. There were no acrobatics and cool stunts. Very disappointed.
<marshasha -at- aol.com> - Fairfax VA USA - Added 05/13/07 - [64.12.11***] 7632
Date Seen: 04/07 - Good Show
Overall it was a good show but I was expecting more. There are some dull moments.
<jaywaade -at- yahoo.com> - Santa Monica CA USA - Added 01/13/08 - [76.173.19***] 7774
Date Seen: 04/07 - Good Show
WOW! This was a show of shows!
This is a suitable show for all. There maybe some mild fighting scenes but over all a fantasy play for the eyes and mind!
<tervangig -at- netzero.com> - USA - Added 04/29/07 - [67.162.83***] 7625
Date Seen: 11/06
***E*X*C*E*P*T*I*O*N*A*L***
NO WHERE...can you experience a production like unto this phenomenal show. It is so stimulating to the visual senses...so much so that I am somewhat at a loss of words to describe the fullness of this presentation. The costuming, the music, the acrobatics, the storyline, the rythmic beauty all coinsiding together to make this one of the most hightened sensory experiences of my lifetime. New York ain't got nothin' like this !!! Even the enviroment presented by both the staging and theatre decor enveloped the audience to such a degree that I was indeed a *part* of all that was happening. I will see this production each and every time I visit Las Vegas....and am very tempted to make a trip there JUST to see the show again. In summary, Cirque du Soleil's "KA" is: The Most Beautifully Orchestrated and Visually Stimulating Experience of a Lifetime !!! I only wish I could give it a rating of 20.
<eklectika -at- aol.com> - Maitland FL USA - Added 11/28/06 - [68.207.113.***] 7003
Date Seen: 09/06 - Good Show
KA, ok show. Show great visuals. There is a story behind this production. Advice to enjoy the show - 1. Don't try to follow the story - it will take away from the show; 2. Site as close as possible to the stage - this show unlike O and Love the closer to the stage the better the show.
<ttieso -at- sbcglobal.net> - Hayward CA USA - Added 12/31/07 - [12.47.48.***] 7771
Date Seen: 09/06 - Good Show
One of the best shows I've seen period. My wife and I totally enjoyed and thought it was a bargain at $150. We've seen lots of Cirque Du Soleil shows, and would rate this one near the top (#1 for my wife, #2 for me behind "O"). WOW is the best way to describe this. There is not a bad seat in the house. I'd recommend the $99 seats or seats at least 10 rows back.
<raygonzales4 -at- satx.rr.com> - San Antonio TX USA - Added 10/10/06 - [70.125.135***] 6955
Date Seen: 09/06 - Good Show
STUNNING, SPECTACULAR, BREATHTAKING, OUT OF THIS WORLD, and RIDICUOUSLY AMAZING are just a few ways to describe this new Cirque du Soleil masterpiece. The Los Angeles Times even called it "the most lavish production in the history of western theatre" and New York Times called it "Stylish...technically dazzling entertainment."
The story begins the second you walk into the theatre. Instantly, you are greeted by ushers who are actually actors themselves, dressed in red robes with swords and weapons on their backs. You may notice that the theatre itself is quite amazing, built customly for the show (i have never seen anything like it). Also before the show, warriors dressed in black and tattooed all over start performing acrobatics above the stage, as if transporting buckets of water and boxes. This is a realization of how good the show really is, IT HASNT EVEN STARTED YET YOU ARE HAVING A GOOD TIME!!!
As for the show itself, I must happily admit that it is a much more "masculine" show than other cirque productions, due to the theme of fire as well as martial arts mastery. Still, the show has its "feminine" side too, with extravagant love scenes and a plot that will have you on the edge of your seat. I can barely describe the acrobatics in this show, mostly because they are simply beyond words (and yes, they are that good).
KA will end with you wanting more, and the greatness of the show may even take a day or two of thinking to sink in all that went on, or at least it took me that long. Overall, this is a show you simply cannot afford to miss. The tickets are a small price to pay for the memories you will receive watching this masterpiece.
P.S. I do not recommend taking small children because of the fact that the show has some pyrotechnics, and they may get scared.
<sbastro2000 -at- aol.com> - Los Angeles CA USA - Added 09/08/06 - [68.6.50.***] 6906
Date Seen: 08/06 - Good Show
We saw Mystère on a previous trip, and loved it so much that we resolved to see a Cirque du Soleil show every time we visit Las Vegas. This trip, we saw both Kà and O. Kà was fantastic! Our seats were 102 F7-8, and they were excellent—just far enough to see the big picture, but close enough and centered enough to have a great view.
The performance was visually gorgeous. There were many Mystère-like touches of humor and whimsy, and having a linear storyline (unlike Mystère) helped hold our attention. We weren’t quite as astounded at the gymnastic feats in Kà as we had been at Mystère, but maybe that’s because we had already seen Mystère. The performers are incredibly talented, and the way the stage moved was amazing—unlike anything I’ve ever seen. We were entertained every single minute, and I would see Kà again gladly.
<coralreeftravels -at- earthlink.net> - USA - Added 08/28/06 - [69.81.24.***] 6893
Date Seen: 08/06 - Good Show
Cirque du Soleil's "KA" is having much-publicized growing pains, but it's definitely improved its pacing and storytelling in the process. You still should read the program before seeing it, as it explains the whole plotline (kudos to Cirque for doing this) and will greatly enhance your enjoyment of the production. As for the acrobatics and stagecraft, they help the show build to a rousing crescendo that still allows for small, tender moments. It's not for Cirque newbies, especially at these prices, but for those who like this kind of entertainment, it's good stuff. Arrive early; the ushers here are a show in themselves. (8 out of 10).
<tomdoctress -at- yahoo.com> - USA - Added 06/16/05 - [72.34.2.***] 5392
Date Seen: 06/06
Of the four vegas "cirque type" shows i've seen this is the best!!! Amazing set, amazing characters and story!!! you'll be blown away be everything!!! it is worth the price... you cannot go wrong... it would be worth it just to watch that stage!!!
<zach_whaley -at- hotmail.com> - Las Vegas NV USA - Added 07/01/06 - [24.253.32.***] 6800
Date Seen: 03/06
I am really amazed by the negative reviews for this show. I got motion sick on the flight into Las Vegas and was sure that I would not be feeling well enough to enjoy the show. My husband and I have seen O and Mystere, plus other Cirque shows outside of Las Vegas and loved them. However, this one grabbed me right away and I forgot that motion sickness. I loved the decor in the theater, the music, the drums. and the martial arts movements in some of the scenes. And, as previously noted, the stage is a character itself. Because there is a storyline, one is able to watch just about everything going on the stage, unlike other Cirque shows where your attention is split because there is sometimes too much happening at one time. I can see the problem if someone is expecting a traditional Cirque show, but theater evolves and I think Ka has evolved in a wonderful direction. There is room for both kind of Cirques in the world and both can be enjoyed for different reasons.
<jerickson -at- linc.lib.il.us> - Chicago IL USA - Added 06/05/06 - [209.125.78***] 6753
Date Seen: 03/06 - Good Show
The show KA starts before you enter the doors and ends only a few days after you tell others about what you have seen. One of the best Vegas productions I have seen. I liked "The Blue MAN Group" because of the humor and the skills involved with the production. KA is more. KA is a play like no other. For the 1.5 hrs. you sit there wondering what is next and then finding yourself in awe as the next scene unfolds. MGM is home for KA and the production value for this show is of good value and of MGM quality.
<saewert -at- earthlink.net> - USA - Added 03/26/06 - [216.175.67***] 6611
Date Seen: 02/06 - Good Show
Several people rated this show poorly, not because it is a bad show, but only because they had prior expectations for the show based on other Cirque shows. This show is different. It is amazing, but it is not like other Cirque shows. Well worth every penny, this show is unlike anything you have ever seen anywhere. Music and imagery is top notch. The stage dynamics are unbelieveable. The sound system is incredible. Although the story is a little hard to follow, I found myself completely immersed in another world and disappointed to see it come to an end.
Returning again next month with family and friends, and will be returning to see KA again!
<lytemode -at- yahoo.com> - Dallas TX USA - Added 04/23/06 - [71.96.15.***] 6660
Date Seen: 02/06 - Good Show
Cirque said Zumanity was another side. KA is yet another side of Cirque. This show is Cirques version of a play. Therefore, it is not as acrobatic as Mystere or a visual as O. BUT KA has the best scene in all of Vegas. The WHEEL OF DEATH is worth the price of admission. It is hard to understand how a human can possibly do that. KA Theatre and Stage are part of the show as well! and words can not describe how magnificent they are. The Stage is not fixed to the ground. Instead it is a plank that goes vertical and rotates 180. This is a great show and I highly recomend it to anyone.
<brettds -at- bgnet.bgsu.edu> - USA - Added 02/06/06 - [129.1.26***] 6484
Date Seen: 01/06 - Bad Show
I've seen quite a few Cirque du Soleil production shows. This show was by far the worst show ever. What a waste of $150.00. See the previous bad reviews on this show for I totally agree with them.
<avsfan8 -at- comcast.net> - USA - Added 01/23/06 - [24.8.31.***] 6463
Date Seen: 12/05 - Bad Show
I've seen several Cirque shows. I had high expectations. They should call it "KA, KA" if you know what I mean. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY. It was the most expensive nap I have ever paid for. If you want to spend over $100 to find a comfortable spot to take a nap, then, by all means go. The seats are great, the speakers in them were designed to keep you awake. The seats were the best part of the show. BORING. Mystere is so much better. KA KA does not engage you. The only good thing about it is the technology. I was over it after ten minutes. BAD.
<stoli.skyy -at- gmail.com> - Henderson NV 89052 - Added 03/04/06 - [68.96.99.***] 6522
Date Seen: 12/05 - Bad Show
I've seen several Cirque shows. I had high expectations. They should call it "KA, KA" if you know what I mean. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY. It was the most expensive nap I have ever paid for. If you want to spend over $100 to find a comfortable spot to take a nap, then, by all means go. The seats are great, the speakers in them were designed to keep you awake. The seats were the best part of the show. BORING. Mystere is so much better. KA KA does not engage you. The only good thing about it is the technology. I was over it after ten minutes. BAD.
<stoli.skyy -at- gmail.com> - Henderson NV 89052 - Added 03/04/06 - [68.96.99.***] 6523
Date Seen: 12/05 - Bad Show
Extremely disappointing. Was expecting a standing ovation performance similar to O and Mystere with the beautiful costumes, excellent correography, stage changes and hauntingly beautiful live music. Definitely not worth the $150! What were they thinking???
<jamie -at- soest.hawaii.edu> - USA - Added 02/01/06 - [128.171.151.***] 6474
Date Seen: 12/05 - Good Show
KA, simply put, is one amazing show. It is the most expensive production show ever staged (over $150 million), but it's not only the cost which makes it amazing. The theater grabs your attention from the start and was designed specifically for the show. KA is the only Cirque show with a story line, and it's a loose story at that, but it does help to frame the action. The show has a great mix of action and comedy and kept us on the edge of our seats the entire time.
And the stage--WOW! The stage is a technical marvel that is on hydraulics and can go up, down, and about every other direction. The performers are top notch and the musical score is also pretty good. The Finale tops everything off with a giant spinning wheel that has to be seen to be believed. I liked KA more than Mystere and O (which were both good) and is probably my favorite show in Vegas along with Mamma Mia. The tickets are expensive, like $150 each, but you do get a lot of bang for your buck.
<crujones26 -at- yahoo.com> - Los Angeles CA USA - Added 01/13/06 - [205.245.130***] 6448
Date Seen: 12/05 - Good Show
This is the first time I have seen a cirque show and I was a little taken aback by the price of $300 for two people but I have to say the KA more than delivered. From the time you walk into the theatre, they bring you into the mood. Even the ushers have a certain personality. The theatre itself is custom made for the show. Then there is the show itself with the story, costumes, sets, and music perfectly in sync. The only problem we had was that we had seats in the front row which is too close. I would definitely sit farther back next time.
<SmallDaddy -at- cfl.rr.com> - Palm Bay FL USA - Added 01/10/06 - [65.34.19.***] 6443
Date Seen: 12/05 - Bad Show
We went expecting to be amazed like "O" or Mystere, but were not. The star of this show is the stage. If you want to see a Cirque show in Las Vegas, I would look to the others first.
<akatz -at- millercooper.com> - Deerfield IL USA - Added 12/20/05 - [12.31.5***] 6399
Date Seen: 12/05 - Good Show
This was the first Cirque du Soleil show for me. It was absolutely breathtaking! Perhaps as a Cirque du Soleil virgin, I was easily impressed or something, but the stage and actors were wonderful.
My husband took me to Vegas for my birthday, and I really wasn't interested in seeing a show, especially a $150 per person show. But it was well worth it.
I thought that the "acting" was rather brilliant. The Imperial Twins, although surely portrayed by adults, were so amazingly childlike. There is a point where the evil guy is so sad... Not that I got the plot 100%, but what a touching moment. The scene with the snake was so beautiful that it moved me to tears.
I really didn't follow the plot that well, and I was relieved to find out that my husband didn't either. At least I am not dumb, since neither of us fully understood it. I would not expect a child to sit through such a production as they would surely not appreciate the effects that kept us so interested.
If you've never seen a real show before, you'll be blown away by Ka.
<MrsGladysKravitz -at- gmail.com> - Dallas TX USA - Added 12/18/05 - [68.93.42***] 6398
Date Seen: 11/05 - Bad Show
Having seen most Cirque shows this was a total let down and the cost of the ticket is waaaaay too much. We went to see it in the opening week so didn't have the advantage of hearing any reviews. It only redeemed itself by the audience being full of cowboys for the Rodeo. If you are thinking of going to see this I would recommend you go before you see any of the other Vegas Cirque shows or you will be bitterley disappointed when you start to compare them. We went on our last night in Vegas and it was a really bad end to a good trip. Spend your money wisely and go to see Mystere or O.
<thehodderz -at- yahoo.co.uk> - Manchester UK - Added 10/15/06 - [88.104.157.***] 6965
Date Seen: 11/05 - Good Show
In a word, OUTSTANDING. Of the Cirque Shows that we have seen, this ranks as the very best.
However, for people who are looking for the more traditional Cirque type show like Mystere or Saltimbanco, where the tremendous gymnastic acts are loosely linked into a theme, KA will be a very different experience for you. It is one continous show with the absolutely outstanding gymnastic skills built as a part of the story.
Since we saw it last Thursday, we have not stopped discussing the various elements of the show and discovering that we had not fully appreciated all the stunning effort & skills that had gone in to different elements of the production.
This show takes Cirque to a new & very different level - one which we enjoyed just as much as their other, more traditional presentations. We will certainly go to see it again when next we are in Vegas - its that good a night out!!
<jge -at- poohcorner1.co.uk> - Newtonmore Scotland - Added 11/20/05 - [81.131.134.***] 6315
Date Seen: 11/05
We totally enjoyed the "Ka" experience! The theatre is amazing and seating comfortable. Speakers built into the headrests of each seat provide a true stereo like effect. I have to agree with other comments and go with the middle price seats. The view from ours was exceptional. We still can't get over the movement of the stage which seems for the most part to be just floating whether horizontal or vertical. Although the acrobatics were good, our favourite part of the show was the hand shadow part of the show. Such a simple act that was transformed into something touching and beautiful. Different than other cirque shows but delightful all the same.
<npaparamedic -at- sympatico.ca> - Fonthill ON Canada - Added 11/09/05 - [69.159.59.***] 6294
Date Seen: 09/05 - Good Show
KA is without a doubt one of the most exciting Vegas shows I have ever seen. Kudus to all the fine performers that do these stunts every day. Well worth the price of admission and highly recommended.
<toejamdoc -at- webtv.net> - Brooklyn NY USA - Added 04/23/06 - [209.240.205***] 6665
Date Seen: 09/05
I had exactly the same experience as SAMANELSON, above. I've seen many Cirque du Soleil shows over
the years and enjoyed them all. I was very excited to share it with my boyfriend who had never seen the
company perform before.
"Ka" had nothing of what you would expect from a Cirque performance. No unbelievable acrobatics. No
feats of balance or contortionism. Instead you got a baton-twirling, dance show. The action was so
slow, I actually fell asleep for a moment. Other people were walking out. My date swears he will never
see another Cirque show again and I feel bad for recommending it having expected more. If you want
classic Cirque, see "O" or "Mystere" instead.
<lazy_dazy72 -at- hotmail.com> - Nyc NY USA - Added 09/08/05 - [204.126.251.***] 5818
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