MJ Estate, Cirque Du Soleil (CDS) und der Opus-Verlag arbeiten dafür zusammen.
Das Buch wird einen Einblick in Entwicklung und Produktion der Show sowie einen Blick hinter die Kulissen bieten inklusive Fotografien, Berichte und persönliche Geschichten von den Machern, Artisten und Produzenten.
Es soll auch Fotos enthalten, die während frühen "Inspiration-Sessions", die man auf Neverland abhielt, entstanden sind.
Die Opus-Publikation soll nicht nur als Tribut an die Immortal Show des CDS verstanden werden, sondern ebenfalls als Tribut an den legendären Michael Jackson.
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Pressemitteilung von OPUS
Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour™
by Cirque du Soleil®
June 2012
The Book of Tales
Cirque du Soleil, The Estate of Michael Jackson and Opus, the luxury publisher, have
combined their creative forces to produce a unique publication about Michael Jackson THE
IMMORTAL World Tour by Cirque du Soleil, the #1 touring show celebrating the work of the
musical genius, Michael Jackson, the King of Pop.
Never-before-seen backstage pictures of the crew and artists preparing for their incredible
dancing and gravity-defying stunts as well as stunning photographs from the creation of
the production will be showcased in extraordinary detail in this hand-stitched official
publication, to be released later this year.
Illuminating and touching personal stories from creators, artisans, producers and
performers, coupled with exclusive images taken by the creators during early inspiration
sessions held at Neverland and during performances, make this Opus a must-have for fans
of Michael Jackson and Cirque du Soleil.
THE IMMORTAL World Tour features 32 of Michael Jackson’s songs and a cast of 64 artists
from 16 countries, including musicians who worked on previous Michael Jackson tours. By
the end of the year over 1 million spectators will have experienced THE IMMORTAL World
Tour in more than 70 cities around the world. The tour’s European leg will premiere in
London on October 12, 2012, at The O2 arena.
Daniel Lamarre, President and CEO of Cirque du Soleil, said: “This book will transport
the reader into a rarely explored world within Cirque du Soleil as it tells the personal stories
of our artists and creative teams. For the first time in our history, the public is granted
behind-the-scenes access to one of our shows, thanks to the extraordinary collaboration
between The Estate of Michael Jackson, Opus and Cirque du Soleil – partners whose
standard of excellence will bring great pleasure to the fans of Michael Jackson and Cirque
du Soleil.”
John Branca and John McClain, Co-Executors of The Estate of Michael Jackson, said:
“We are so proud of THE IMMORTAL World Tour. We recognise each and every person is
part of its creative fabric, bringing joy to millions. We could think of no better way to
acknowledge their participation, both as a reminder to each of them and their friends and
families of the role they have each played in the show’s success, than to hear it from them
personally in an Opus.”
Karl Fowler, CEO of Opus Media Group, said: “We are absolutely honoured to be working
with Cirque du Soleil and The Estate of Michael Jackson on such a special project. The
images we have captured behind the scenes of the show are immensely emotive; they
complement the performance photography perfectly and pay homage to what you see on
stage. I sincerely thank both The Estate of Michael Jackson and Cirque du Soleil for giving
us this unique opportunity to create something truly special.”
Expect the unexpected during the magical journey presented in this new collector’s edition.
The tale lived by the creative team from Cirque du Soleil and The Estate of Michael Jackson
overflows with love, energy and innovation, and makes this Opus a genuinely heartfelt
tribute not only to THE IMMORTAL World Tour but also to the legendary Michael Jackson.
Opus Media Group is the world’s leading publisher of luxury collectable limited editions,
produced in partnership with iconic personalities, brands and organisations including
Formula 1, Ferrari, Celtic FC, Arsenal FC, Major League Baseball, Manchester United FC,
Vivienne Westwood, Sachin Tendulkar and Shah Rukh Khan.
www.thisisopus.com
For further information please contact:
For Adam Fresco
T: + 44 (0) 20 7845 7800
E: adam@thisismission.com
Quelle (pdf): http://www.thisisopus.com/downloads/...-du-Soleil.pdf