The name Cirque comes from the European entertainment culture. In 1874, Jules Verne built, designed and operated the largest circus in France called Cirque Municipal. Many Eastern block countries produced shows incorporating novelty and variety acts together with what Americans know as circus artistry into a single performance. These shows were presented on stages, in theatres and single ring tents. The productions developed throughout the years into some of the world's most prestigious and elaborate entertainment extravaganzas of modern times. The Moulin Rouge in Paris, the Wintergarten and Friedrichsbau in Germany and Prince Rainers's Circus in Monaco are just some of the famous venues in Europe's where Neil Goldberg's Cirque has performed.

In 1993, Neil Goldberg's creative philosophy made Cirque, Inc. the only American company of its kind producing this style of performance artistry for corporate and public theater. Influenced by Europe's cabarets, variety shows and theatrical productions, Cirque Inc.'s shows include many European elements, but is Americanized with its own Broadway theatrical flair.

How does Cirque Inc. acquire its world-class talent? The answer is simple. A dedicated creative team continuously travels the world attending as many unique festivals, shows and performance competitions as possible. The new talent search is what inspires and develops the skills and artistry showcased in Neil Goldberg's Cirque performances today. Cirque Inc. now receives 15 to 20 video tapes weekly from aspiring artists, all wanting to be a part of our performance phenomenon. The world's finest acrobats, gymnasts, singers and dancers make up the group of personalities known as Imaginaires, equivalent to the chorus of a show. These performers defy gravity as synchronized aerialists, mingle with the audience evoking laughter and participation and train with Cirque Inc. to weave performances together combining their skills and imagination under our artistic direction. You might also experience acrobatic actors on four legged stilts, choreographed contortionists, jugglers manipulating like machines and incomparable feats of strength presented with style and sophistication. Add a kaleidoscope of lighting designs, spectacular costumes and original musical scores and you will understand why Cirque Inc.'s productions have mass appeal with something for everyone, which is our true passion.

Using years of collective resources, Cirque Inc. and Cirque Productions were formed in 1993 to develop and offer entertaining inventiveness. The results have been astonishing stage productions that mesmerize through compelling and dramatic sights, sound and technology. To date, Cirque Productions has produced hundreds of theatrical experiences for corporate, private and public audiences worldwide.

Flexibility is a key ingredient to these diversified performance options. A variety of productions are available to accommodate the following:

1. Seated Corporate Shows:
Dinner shows and incentive programs are two common applications to present Neil Goldberg's Cirque. Productions range from 30 to 70 minutes and are designed to meet many industry challenges including logistics, set-up time, ceiling height restrictions, and existing stage adaptations. Shows can be purchased self-contained for an inclusive price or clients can handle expenses and technical support with their preferred suppliers and production companies. Audiences have ranged from 150 to 15,000.
2. Alternative Performance Options:
For clients with budget restrictions wanting top quality entertainment, Cirque Productions offers a variety of show scenes presented between meal courses and at various time intervals. Guests experience extravagant entertainment performed throughout the event. Cirque Productions can maximize each presentation using every ensemble member because they are not performing cue to cue. Budget saving variables include minimal rehearsal time, smaller cast size, and minimal production and rider requirements. Dancing, interaction with the audience and other entertainment options are woven into this format.
3. Stand Up Events:
The "Cabaret" event offers two to four hours of ongoing entertainment. Multiple performance platforms host rotating artistry throughout the event and the musical score heightens the ambience. This style of program accommodates an unlimited amount of guests with something for everyone including artists' meet and greet, interactive "acrotivities" like juggling, rhythmic ribbons and a parade of some of the most extravagant costumes and characters assembled at an event.
4. Awards Banquets:
Integrating awards, speeches, business and dinner into an exciting well-scripted program is a specialty of Cirque Productions inventiveness. Cast members can assist with presentations, add wit and intrigue to speeches and showcase a variety of talent throughout the program. Cirque Productions makes these prestigious events unique and memorable experiences.
5. Business Meetings:
Product reveals, general sessions, industrial theatre and coffee breaks can all be impacted by a variety of correlated motivational messages. Analogies between industry sales and Cirque Productions' artistry enforce themes like "Flexibility," "Dependability," and "The Power of Partnership."
6. Convention and Arena Performance:
Entertaining the masses has been perfected by Cirque Productions. Audiences up to 25,000 have experienced performances with unique and multiple staging, image magnification, surround sound, and creative seating designs maximizing the impact of these venues. Shows have even been presented outdoors. Cast can be as large as 100 performers and can present up to three shows a day.
7. Trade Shows:
Attracting conventioneers is a common goal at most company exhibits. The performers' versatility can showcase products, messages and their own amazing talents , increasing trade booth traffic. Through the use of performer interaction and clever artistry, Cirque Productions can assure that you will maximize your exhibit's traffic.
8. Special Events and Theme Parties:
Galas, fundraisers, festivals, and theme parties have many adaptations with Cirque Productions. They mix limitless imagination and endless variety of costumes, music and special effects with world class talent. Together with you, the can customize your next event, script it, perform it, and leave your audience with a memorable lasting impression.