Criss Angel Believe™ had a five week preview period, beginning September 26, 2008. Several weeks of previews are typical for Cirque shows. During the preview period, the show is nearing completion but is not 100% perfected. Because of this, tickets are sold at a discounted price. During this period, it is normal to stop the show and add or remove elements that may or may not be working due to audience participation & reaction. This can include scenes, choreography, demonstrations, music, etc. Criss Angel Believe™ was continuously tweaked during its preview run, with a number of demonstrations added several weeks into the preview period. A few demonstrations were not added until the Gala Premiere on October 31, 2008.
Show Delays
The show, originally set to debut in September, has had several delays. Originally, "preview" shows were scheduled for September 1-11, 2008, with the gala premiere on September 12, 2008. Delay #1
In June 2008, Cirque announced that the show was going to be delayed by several weeks. The gala premiere was moved to October 10, 2008. September 1-11 preview shows were cancelled and September 12-October 9 were deemed the new "preview" shows.
Delay #2
On September 2, 2008, a second delay was announced. Preview shows scheduled between September 12-25 were cancelled. Preview performances were scheduled to start on September 26, 2008. The gala premiere remained October 10, 2008.
Delay #3
On September 13, 2008, a third delay was announced. The Las Vegas Sun reported that the gala premiere has moved from October 10, 2008 to October 31, 2008. Preview shows will now be extended from September 26 - October 30, 2008.
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