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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
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Cirque de Paris French circus bringing one-ring spectacle to Central Jersey
Cirque de Paris presented by Cirque Anouchka Bouglione will bring the thrills of its one-ring spectacle to Central Jersey. Tickets are on sale for the show rich in French circus traditions. It will return to the MarketFair in Princeton from Aug. 21-Sept. 1 and debut at Menlo Park Mall in Edison from Sept. 18-28. The show is an all-new and immersive circus experience that promises 90 minutes of thrills, humor and elegance. The extravaganza includes BMX trick riders, illusionists, aerialists, acrobats, clowns and more. Anouchka Bouglione, seventh generation of France's most famous circus family, has curated an all-new ensemble of Europe's best circus artists performing together for the first time in North America. The cast includes members of the Bouglione-Monteiro family as well as talents from around the world. Taking after her father, animal trainer and circus owner Alexandre Bouglione Jr., and inspired by her mother, trapeze artist Linda Bugler, Bouglione decided to continue the family legacy by creating and touring her own show. Cirque de Paris presented by Anouchka Bouglioneis completed a North American tour in 2024 and is back with an all-new show. A performer as well as a producer, Bouglione enters the ring with a hula hoop, continuously gyrating while adding hoops, building to more than 25 spinning rings. Husband Monteiro performs a new age laser performance and son Noah sets an immersive environment via light and sound. Ukrainian born Kostiantyn Tsymbal presents a BMX act featuring record-breaking front wheel hops with Anastasiia. High-flying acrobats Duo Nava's Brandon Nava and Jacqueline Morales offer strength and delicate grace and gold medalist Fernando Israel Santos Perez performs his Flashback Magic large-scale illusions. Fifteen-year-old Violet Valla Bertini, an 8th-generation circus performer, is a rising star of the circus world with her unicycle and aerialist skills. With a rich circus heritage that spans eight generations, former acrobat Pedro "Rampin" Santos Jr. returns with a new clown character, providing harmony to the circus with his comedic reprises. Belinda May Segura is a circus artist turned illusionist and Selina and Noelia showcase their unique duality and contortion with hand-balancing acrobatics. Cirque de Paris is recommended for audiences of all ages and includes an interactive pre-show and intermission filled with activities and goodies. Visit for more information. email: cmakin@ Cheryl Makin is an award-winning feature, news and education reporter for part of the USA Today Network. Contact: Cmakin@ or @CherylMakin. To get unlimited access, please subscribe or activate your digital account today. This article originally appeared on Cirque de Paris bringing one-ring spectacle to Central Jersey Solve the daily Crossword
Daily Mail
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Konnie Huq and husband Charlie Brooker look smitten as they enjoy a fun night out at The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience in London
Konnie Huq and husband Charlie Brooker enjoyed a fun night out together at The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience in London on Tuesday. The former Blue Peter star, 49, and Black Mirror creator, 54, relived the world famous nineties phenomenon as they explored the immersive experience. The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience invited a host of star-studded guests and influencers to launch its summer season. Konnie and Charlie, who sported casual ensembles, looked more than loved-up on their thrilling date night. She became a firm on-screen favourite when she appeared as a Blue Peter presenter between December 1997 and January 2008. She met the Black Mirror creator during an episode of his show, Screenwipe, in 2009 and they became engaged nine months later, in June 2010. They went on to have two children together - Covey, 12, and Huxley, 10, with the Blue Peter star admitting that she pressured Charlie into having marriage and babies in the early days of their relationship. Konnie said she gave the TV creator an ultimatum so that neither of them wasted their time with one another. Speaking on Sophie Ellis-Bextor's podcast Spinning Plates in 2022, Konnie said she always wanted to have children and feared Charlie didn't feel the same, so the conversation and deal breaker immediately came up. 'I always wanted to have kids... I always thought I'd have three kids and then I had two and was like, ''I'm done now,'' she began. 'But weirdly, Charlie didn't think he ever wanted kids. So when we got together, I was like, "if you're not a having kids kind of person than we're not compatible" But it turns out he was.' 'But he is really good with kids which you might not think cause of his miserable alter ego, but Charlie is a lamb in wolf's clothing.' Speaking about tying the knot so fast after meeting each other, Konnie said that at the time, her 'body clock was ticking'. 'I was in my mid-thirties and when you're in your mid-thirties with your body clock ticking, you sort of think, "I don't want to be in another relationship without it going anywhere", she said. The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience invited a host of star-studded guests and influencers to launch its summer season 'So yeah, quite quickly it was my way or the highway, which is good because then you know if someone is committed maybe.' She added that despite putting pressure on Charlie, if he buckled then she would have known he wasn't right for her. 'I was literally like, "there is no point us being together unless you're sure you want to have kids and quite quickly as well". And If that was to scare him off, then he wasn't the right person.'
Forbes
25-06-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Hermès Mystery Game in NYC Raises The Bar of Brand Engagement
The Head Groom's Office Hermès, the world's most valuable luxury brand, is currently hosting Mystery at the Grooms, an interactive theatrical experience in New York City from June 19 through 29 that is completely sold-out. Designed to take brand and consumer interaction to new heights, the immersive, gamified space is a true ode to the brand's craftsmanship and heritage, further cementing its reputation as one of the most iconic, legendary luxury brands. Behind this singular, immersive marketing play, here's what this tells us about the future of brand engagement: Elevating brand ecosystems with immersive interactions: one could not expect Hermès to just create a static brand activation or a flashy setup meant to boost social media impressions. On the contrary, the luxury maison designed an engaging experience where guests are here to participate rather than passively witness. Mystery at the Grooms invites visitors to step into a theatrical, escape game-like space designed as an equestrian-type boarding school where horses go missing. Guests follow clues and are guided through six whimsical rooms - all of which showcase Hermès' craftsmanship and métiers (from leather goods to silk and ceramics) - to find the missing horses. Every brand touchpoint is subtle and surprising: from the horse-shaped dryer in the laundry room, to the ability to peek through paintings in the bedroom. The activation revolves around a carefully thought-out seek-and-find game. Individuals become active participants in a unique experience where brand exploration and gamification intertwine, setting a new standard for brand-consumer interactions. The brand is present throughout, but serves the purpose of play, which is quite unique. Visitors are here to have fun, explore and be surprised, more than anything else. The dormitory room - one of the six rooms guests visit to try and find horses by interacting with ... More the space Establishing emotion as the new currency: Unlike with some brand activations, there is not a single product for sale at this event, demonstrating the intent to truly focus on experience more than anything else. Head of Communications for Hermès U.S. Peter Malachi confirmed: 'As usual, the objective is not transactional. There's nothing for sale (in fact visitors walk away with a free notebook), instead we hope that guests appreciate the boundless creativity of the House and our sense of humor and fun', he shared with his Linkedin audience. The entire space is designed to make visitors feel something. Awe, curiosity, amazement, envy… all of it. Because in a time when engagement and discovery happens mostly online and attention spans are short and brand loyalty fleeting, captivating consumers and attracting them to an ecosystem that speaks entirely to a brand's heritage, skills and showcases its products in the context of a fun activity is the best way to engage and build lasting impressions. The Refectory Democratizing luxury with an accessible brand experience: this installation is free to the public and open to kids aged 7+, with walk-ins welcomed, inviting everyone to explore the Hermès world, knowing very well that only a minuscule percentage of individuals usually walk through the doors of its stores. It's therefore a great way for the brand to share its savoir-faire and craftsmanship with a broader audience. Even if a majority might not become customers, they will have gotten a very clear understanding of the brand's craft, legacy and voice, helping enhance and broaden its equity further. Increasingly, brands are embracing experiential marketing to foster emotional bonds. 'Mystery at the Grooms'' offers a playful, memorable touchpoint that humanizes Hermès's craft heritage while democratizing interaction with the luxury house. With brands competing for attention and relevance, even iconic brands like Hermès are investing in meaningful brand experiences where storytelling and physical exploration intersect to leave lasting emotional impressions with consumers.
Khaleej Times
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Harry Potter: The Exhibition to make its UAE debut in July
Harry Potter: The Exhibition is coming to the UAE for the very first time. Opening its spellbinding doors to the public on Friday, July 25, at Manarat Al Saadiyat on Saadiyat Island, this immersive experience is set to enchant fans of all ages with the most comprehensive touring exhibition ever presented on the Harry Potter franchise and its extended universe. Tickets go on sale today, Monday, June 24 at 12pm, exclusively at Prices start at Dh115, with VIP options available for those seeking extra magic—offering fast-track entry, an audio guide, commemorative merchandise, and more. Step inside the magic Get ready to choose your Patronus, test your Quidditch skills, cast spells, and brew potions as you explore iconic moments, characters, settings, and magical creatures from the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts™ films. You'll even get a behind-the-scenes look at the award-winning Broadway production Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Guests will wear interactive wristbands that personalise their entire experience—meaning no two journeys are the same. Expect next-level immersion through best-in-class design, technology, and storytelling, celebrating more than two decades of wizarding wonder. What to expect? From Page to Screen Gallery: Begin your journey with a first edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, encased in a Gringotts-style vault and surrounded by inspirational literary quotes and visuals. Hogwarts Castle Gallery: Encounter Dementors, the Whomping Willow, and see your name appear on the Marauder's Map in this stunning multimedia environment. The Great Hall Gallery: A grand tribute to the series' magical seasonal moments, brought to life through the hall's iconic architecture. Hogwarts Houses Gallery: After selecting your house during preregistration, dive into a celebratory hall that showcases each house with stained glass crests and the iconic Sorting Hat—a perfect photo moment. Hogwarts Classrooms: Hands-on magical lessons await—brew potions, repot mandrakes, predict the future, and fend off boggarts, all while exploring costumes, props, and secrets from the films. Hagrid's Hut & The Forbidden Forest: Explore the cosy interior of Hagrid's Hut and brave the forest to encounter centaurs and Acromantula. Here, guests can also conjure their own Patronus in an interactive spell-casting experience. A global phenomenon Following its world premiere in Philadelphia in 2022, Harry Potter: The Exhibition has bewitched over 3.5 million visitors worldwide, with stops in Salt Lake City, Krakow, Melbourne, and more. Now, the magic comes to the Middle East, promising an unforgettable encounter for fans in Abu Dhabi, owing to an initiative led by Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences, Imagine Exhibitions, Eventim Live, Proactiv Entertainment and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi and Miral. Exclusive merchandise The journey doesn't end at the exit. A retail store onsite will offer an exclusive line of Harry Potter: The Exhibition merchandise—from apparel and collectibles to unique items unavailable anywhere else in the Wizarding World.
Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Black Sabbath 'immersive fan experience' opening at Bullring with Ozzy-signed merch
A new Black Sabbath 'immersive fan experience' is set to open at Selfridges in the Bullring today (Monday, June 23) offering a limited-edition band merchandise collection. The pop-up will offer a special selection of items including leather jackets signed by Ozzy Osbourne. Selfridges has created the collection to mark Black Sabbath's final ever gig, set to take place at Villa Park Stadium on Saturday, July 5. Read more: Black Sabbath at Villa Park - line-up, times, set list, tickets and how to get there Read more: All the Birmingham places heavy metal fans need to visit during Black Sabbath weekend The retailer is going big for the event, with local artist Mr Murals decorating the upper two windows of the three-floor shop with Black Sabbath images. Mr Murals made the news recently for his work turning a 36 metre-long stretch of Navigation Street into a giant Black Sabbath photo opportunity for visitors coming to Birmingham for the band's final show - Back To The Beginning. Over seven days surrounding the show, Mr Murals will be working on artwork live in Selfridges so visitors can see it come to life in real time. As far as the merchandise goes, the pop-up will sell jackets, hoodies, shorts, T-shirts and accessories. There will also be band memorabilia and gifts. The exclusive collection will feature collaborations with designers and creators including contemporary artist Mason Newman, Alpha Industries and Babylon LA. The Ozzy-signed leather jackets have been created by Vanson Leathers. The fan experience has been created by Bravado, an artist merchandise and lifestyle company, which has worked with Black Sabbath to make it possible. Inside Selfridges there'll be a metal-clad wall with the band's 'Henry' emblem with neon lights and Sabbath's signature purple-and-black colour scheme. The film The End will play on a digital screen. Mr Murals said: "I'm honoured to take part in the celebration of Black Sabbath's rich musical roots with such a unique piece of artwork right in the heart of Birmingham. "Nothing compares to painting live within your own community and I'm very excited to have my work on display at Selfridges." Sam Watson, the store director of Selfridges Birmingham, added: "We're so excited for this partnership and what it means not only for Black Sabbath and Ozzy fans but fans of music, as we celebrate a genre that was born in the city. "We look forward to welcoming fans old and new in anticipation of one of summer's biggest musical moments to discover more about the amazing legacy of Black Sabbath in Birmingham." Bravado president Matt Young commented: "'Black Sabbath's legacy is woven into the fabric of rock history, and bringing this exclusive fan experience to life in their hometown as they celebrate their final show is a true honour. "We found the perfect partner in Selfridges, who realised right away that this was a chance to create something special for fans beyond just selling merch. "It's a tribute to the band's enduring influence and a chance for fans to connect with their story in a powerful, immersive way." The pop-up is open until July 21.
