Yesterday was the dress rehearsal for Cirque du Soleil’s first Macau show.

Selected media and friends were treated to a sneak preview of the 1 1/2 hour performance at the Venetian Macao, in a custom built stage.

Now, we don’t want to give too much away, but you can expect thrilling feats of strength, agility and grace.

During some of the high wire performances, my heart was in my mouth. Another friend remarked that she was too terrified that the performer would fall to applause.

Kudos to the set designers who did a fantastic job with the setting, which transformed from a cityscape with high rise buildings in one scene, to a north pole setting complete with icebergs and even the most realistic adorable polar bear I’ve ever seen!

The unofficial after-party was at Bellini Lounge at the Venetian, where the cast and crew packed the dance floor.

The show will be launched to the public from this Saturday (July 26).

Here’s to many more sucessful shows and full houses.

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