Epson Powers Cirque du Soleil's European Residency Debut as Official Projector Partner

As Part of its Ongoing Partnership with Cirque du Soleil, Epson Provides New Production ALIZÉ with Cutting-Edge Technology, Enhancing the Creative Masterminds' Performances in Its Inaugural Residency in Europe

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif., June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As an Official Partner of Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, Epson today announced its high-performance laser projectors will play a key role in bringing to life the never-before-seen visuals of Cirque du Soleil ALIZÉ^™ ("ALIZÉ"). Marking a pivotal moment for the global live entertainment leader, ALIZÉ is Cirque du Soleil's first residency in Europe. Mixing groundbreaking artistry with breathtaking projection, the avant-garde creation – set to premiere in November 2025 at Berlin's Theater am Potsdamer Platz – is the first of many productions that showcase the creative force of two leading entertainment companies joining together to craft something truly magical.

"By revolutionizing the limits of stage technology as well as theatre and scenic design, Cirque du Soleil has completely transformed the approach to what can be achieved in delivering resident shows around the world," said Matthew Nickel, chief creation and production officer, Cirque du Soleil. "In 2025, we write a new chapter in our history by establishing our first residency in Europe, and Epson's vision is the best asset we can have by our side at this very strategical moment for our company."

Cirque du Soleil Writing a New Chapter in Europe
Cirque du Soleil's 54^th original production, ALIZÉ, depicts a journey into the unseen, immersing the audience in a magical adventure that transcends the boundaries of the imagination. The stunning production will take the audience on a wonderful journey into a surreal world where the impossible becomes possible. Reinventing the limits of visual experience, ALIZÉ will blend Cirque du Soleil's creativity and stage design mastery with the power of Epson's unique 3LCD laser projection technology to create immersive imagery that truly dissolves the lines between reality and illusion.

"Cirque du Soleil ALIZÉ is an in-depth immersion into a world of wonder and mystery that will have the audience witness the impossible become possible," said Martin Dignard, line producer, ALIZÉ. "As we're developing a production that aims to deliver visuals unlike anything we've done before, our team knew that relying on Epson's projection technology was the right solution to achieve our creative objectives."

When Technology Meets Creativity
Exploring new ways to expand storytelling and create never-before-seen experiences, Cirque du Soleil named Epson its Official Projector Partner in 2024, turning to the worldwide leader in projection and printing technology to help redefine the future of immersive entertainment. Cirque du Soleil ALIZÉ stands today as the first of many projects that will bring the savoir-faire of both entertainment powerhouses together and illuminate Cirque du Soleil's creative vision in new ways. As such, both partners are currently working closely together on new collaborations that will bring awe and amazement to audiences around the world.

"We are incredibly proud of this partnership with Cirque du Soleil, and to be part of making this monumental residency vision a reality," said Richard Miller, vice president, commercial marketing and service, Epson America, Inc. "The ALIZÉ production is the perfect canvas to showcase the potential of our projection technology – and this is only the beginning. Through our ongoing partnership, Cirque du Soleil and Epson are poised to redefine storytelling and deliver unforgettable experiences to audiences in Berlin and beyond."

About Epson Laser Projectors
Epson projectors provide unmatched creative possibilities and unparalleled audience experiences. Using state-of-the-art, 3-chip technology to deliver exceptional image quality and color output, Epson delivers display solutions that inspire collaboration and enable visionaries to create immersive experiences across a range of environments, including art exhibits, museums and live events. For additional information about Epson's projectors, visit https://epson.com/projectors. For additional information about Epson's partnership with Cirque du Soleil, visit https://epson.com/cirque-du-soleil.

About Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is a world leader in live entertainment. Building on four decades of pushing the boundaries of the imagination, the artistic entertainment company brings its creative approach to a large variety of artistic forms such as live shows, multimedia productions, long-form content, music, immersive experiences, and special events. Since its creation in 1984, more than 400 million people have been inspired on 6 continents and 86 countries. The Canadian company now employs almost 4000 employees, including 1200 artists from more than 80 different nationalities. Along with its affiliates—Blue Man Group, VStar Entertainment Group, and The Works Entertainment Group—Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group continues to expand its creative reach. For more information about Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, please visit cirquedusoleil.com.

About Epson
Epson is a global technology leader whose philosophy of efficient, compact and precise innovation enriches lives and helps create a better world. The company is focused on solving societal issues through innovations in home and office printing, commercial and industrial printing, manufacturing, visual and lifestyle. Epson's goal is to become carbon negative and eliminate use of exhaustible underground resources such as oil and metal by 2050.

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