Colin McEnroe Show: Inside Cirque du Soleil

Since 1984 Cirque du Soleil has wowed audiences around the world.

The show mixes elements of street performance and live music with circus theatrics with just the right touch of humor. These are serious performers are serious athletes - former Olympians and third generation acrobats - who make their living traveling the world and performing death-defying stunts day after day.

Going to Cirque really is a magical experience. It's one I recommend checking out. The troupe's latest performance, Ovo, will play in Hartford until July 11.

We got a chance to talk with two Cirque Performers. Also check out the phenomenal audio slideshow put together by Chion Wolf, with audio collected by WNPR superstar Catie Talarski.

You can join the conversation. Have you seen Cirque du Soleil? What was your reaction? Leave your comments below, e-mail colin@wnpr.org or Tweet us @wnprcolin.