The best Hong Kong events in July 2025
Since there has been overwhelming demand, the Cirque du Soleil has extended Kooza's run for an additional three weeks, so the show will be in town until July 13.
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Time Out
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- Time Out
Cirque de Soleil is coming to London's Royal Albert Hall in 2026: dates, prices and how to get tickets
It will shock almost nobody to learn that Cirque du Soleil is returning to the Royal Albert Hall in 2026: pandemic aside, the esteemed neo circus troupe has made the grand Victorian performance venue its home at the start of the year for three decades now. Here's everything you need to know about its 2026 run. Which show will Cirque du Soleil be bringing to London in 2026? That would be Ovo, its insect-themed odyssey, last performed at this address in 2018. Our review from back then commented that it combined a somewhat bewildering comic story about flies with jaw-dropping feats of acrobatics: in other words, classic Cirque du Soleil. When is Cirque duo Soleil at the Royal Albert Hall in 2026? Officially it's January 9 to February 1, and has been described as a 'limited four week run'. Historically every single Cirque show for at least the last decade has extended its run into March at some point in the autumn. No guarantee this one will, but you'd be mad to bet against it. When do tickets go on sale? A general on sale begins Friday 18 July, but tickets are on sale to members now – membership is just a case of signing up for free. As above, there is a very good chance there will be an extension and that the tickets for this will go on sale in the autumn. How much do tickets cost? Tickets cost between £44 and an eye-watering £324, although the really high prices include food and hospitality (the best seats are around £140. Is Cirque du Soleil suitable for kids? It's extremely family friendly and indeed little ones may appreciate the humour more than some adults. The official advice is aged six-plus, though all ages are permitted. Cirque du Soleil's Ovo is at the Royal Albert Hall, Jan 9-Feb 1 2026.
Daily Mail
08-07-2025
- Daily Mail
Ocean's 11 is turning 25! Movie's hotel is just as splendid as it was when Clooney, Roberts and Pitt roamed its casino
Ocean's 11 with Brad Pitt and George Clooney was filmed at the Bellagio in Las Vegas almost 25 years ago. The opulent resort with its massive chandeliers and dancing fountains provided the perfect backdrop for the slick crime film that also starred Julia Roberts and Matt Damon. And today the Italianesque palace is just as breathtaking as ever as it comes close to its Silver Anniversary. One of the top highlights is the Conservatory & Botanical Gardens with 22,000 potted plants, shrubs and trees. This summer it has as its theme Glam Menagerie: A Surrealist Summer, which is on view through September 6. Created by designer Ed Libby and Bellagio's Horticulture team, the 'illusory experience' transforms the Conservatory into a European garden party like no other, where baroque elegance meets 'whimsical fantasy, and luxury collides with imagination,' according to the Bellagio. Another highlight is the O, Cirque du Soleil show and the ever-classic Spago restaurant which has a view of the festive fountains out front. The gardens are one of the first things guests see as they walk into the Bellagio lobby. The exhibit blends dreamlike creativity with opulence, sweeping visitors into a world where the extraordinary reigns supreme. Here are the numbers: There is 125,000 pounds of ivy weaved throughout the display, 22,000 potted plants, shrubs and trees, 5,000: Square feet of boxwood sculpted into topiaries, 120 feet of live hedges throughout the display, 80 visionary artists, horticulturists and engineers collaborating to bring the summer display to life, 17 hanging lanterns illuminating the display, 4 flamingos in the East Bed, 2 Giraffes draped in moss standing at 22 feet tall and 1 grand marble chess board in the West Bed. Towering topiaries, couture animals and multi-sensory surprises dazzle and disorient, while intricate trompe-l'oeil illusions challenge perception at every turn. Throughout the display, surrealism takes shape in fanciful animal figures adorned in French Renaissance-inspired costuming, adding a whimsical flair to the escape from reality. 'Designing the summer display was more than just creating a beautiful garden - it was about transporting guests into an extraordinary realm where nature and opulence intertwine, surreal art comes to life and elegance blooms with every step,' said Libby. 'Each element was chosen to challenge perception and celebrate luxury, imagination and the beauty of summertime.' West Bed The West Bed showcases a life-sized chessboard with moss-covered figures poised for a fantastical duel. On the left, a soaring archway crowned with the Bellagio 'B' welcomes guests into a fairytale garden, where an elegant pink cockatoo swings gracefully beneath. Inspired by Fragonard's iconic painting 'The Swing,' the cockatoo brings a touch of 18th-century romance to the scene. To the right, a towering chess piece houses The Garden Table, where guests can indulge in a lavish Sadelle's brunch. Overheard, grand chandeliers illuminate pink botanicals and oversized topiaries that fill the bed below. In the North Bed, two topiary giraffe sisters are joined by Tigress Giovanna, gracefully perched on a swing and dressed in a striking black-and-white haute couture ensemble inspired by the high fashions of the French Renaissance. Nearby, two cherub fountains add a sense of gentle tranquility, while surrounding lavender, pink, blue and white flowers evoke the elegance of classic European gardens. LED screens filled with illusionary art brighten the bed from behind as a harmonious soundtrack and a delicate jasmine scent fill the air. Guests can bring home a piece of the Conservatory with a bespoke candle available for purchase at the Giardini Store. East Bed A captivating gazebo stands at the heart of the East Bed, where pedestal columns support a wrought iron dome adorned with pink and white blossoms. A flock of elegant flamingos wade in shimmering waters surrounding the structure, illuminated by antique-style lanterns embossed with the Bellagio 'B' hanging high above. Throughout the bed, lush topiaries and boxwood creations add allure within a landscape. In the South Bed, zebras Sir Pierre and Lady Colette lounge amidst sculpted greenery. A pirouetting water feature pays tribute to the iconic Fountains of Bellagio, set beneath baroque chandeliers shimmering overhead. There are several pools at the Bellagio; this is one of the smaller ones with a center fountain Behind the bed, carefully detailed doors invite admiration, framed by an array of pastel botanicals and topiaries of geometric shapes. Visitors are invited to embark on a one-of-a-kind culinary journey at The Garden Table, hosted within an opulent chess piece at the heart of the Bellagio Conservatory. Guests can experience an exclusive dining experience within the summer wonderland with brunch service from Sadelle's at $125 per person and dinner from MICHAEL MINA Bellagio at $195 per person. Sustainability at the Conservatory Water used in Bellagio's Conservatory and Botanical Gardens comes from on-site underground wells that use rain and recycled water from the resort, avoiding the use of municipal potable water. 'The water in the Conservatory is also recycled throughout the exhibit and reused at the resort. Bellagio's water conservation efforts are part of MGM Resorts International's overall sustainability commitment,' the hotel shared. This method of recycling keeps thousands of pounds of waste out of local landfills and turns it into something that improves the region's soil, air and water quality. Inspired by the beautiful villages of Europe, Bellagio Resort & Casino overlooks a Mediterranean-blue, 8 ½-acre lake in which fountains perform a magnificent aquatic ballet. Award-winning dining including Prime Steakhouse and The Mayfair Supper Club, a world-class art gallery, the stunning performance of 'O' by Cirque du Soleil, a spa and salon and shopping are there too. Bellagio is operated by MGM Resorts International.
Time Out
02-07-2025
- Time Out
The best Hong Kong events in July 2025
The internationally acclaimed Cirque du Soleil is in town on the first stop of their Asia tour – this will be the troupe's first appearance in Hong Kong since 2018. Expect to see high-flying acrobatics and whimsical characters amidst gorgeous sets, highlighted by the lavish costumes and powerful music that Cirque du Soleil has always been known for. This new production also includes a solo aerial silk performance, a repertoire of Icarian games, and a high-octane diabolo act with a triple world champion – all never seen before in Hong Kong. Since there has been overwhelming demand, the Cirque du Soleil has extended Kooza's run for an additional three weeks, so the show will be in town until July 13.
