KOOZA Santa Monica

Circus

Fantasy

from

$126

Santa Monica Pier 3.6(5)

10/19/24 - 1/5/25

2 hr 5 mins with a 25 minute interval

Suitable for 2+

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Why Watch KOOZA?

Get ready for an incredible show! The world-renowned Cirque du Soleil production, KOOZA, is making its way to the Santa Monica Pier for the first time since 2014.
KOOZA is an emotional rollercoaster, sometimes very literally with a stage that has a 1600-foot-tall Wheel of Death and nail-biting acrobatics on the High Wire and Teeterboard.
Book your tickets for the hilarious clown act with a crazy king, his two grumpy jesters, and a giant dog that can't seem to stop peeing!
Watch four acrobats on double highwires 25 feet above the stage, a skeleton dance from hell and audience participation (often by coaxing members to duel with the King!)
Jive to Kooza’s inspiration from the groovy vibes of 1970s funk and the grandeur of full orchestral arrangements inspired by Indian instruments, creating a sound that is both familiar and fresh, all done live!

About Show

Show Details

Age Suitability

Tickets

Under the iconic Big Top at the Santa Monica Pier, KOOZA is the exciting return of Cirque du Soleil. Since it first opened in 2007, KOOZA has been a hit all around the world. It has wowed nearly 8 million people with performances across 22 countries.

It's a dazzling display of acrobatic skill that celebrates the magic of the traditional circus. The performances are purely theatrical. Four contortionists forming cursive shapes, a high-wire performance with two bicycles, and the Wheel of Death, a rotating apparatus, are among the most remarkable acts. The shallow seats of the Big Top get audiences up close and personal with Kooza.. Unlike in the movies, the outcomes of the deeds are completely unpredictable. Will it be triumph or tragedy? (In the event that the latter occurs, anchors and safety nets are available.)

The Story

KOOZA ("box" in Sanskrit) opens with an enigmatic red wooden box that slides onstage to reveal a clown with rainbow stripes, like a jack-in-a-box. This is the Trickster, the Clown who uses tempting sights to taunt a naive schoolboy, the Innocent. During one of his kite-flying adventures, The Innocent receives this mysterious package and embarks on a voyage of self-discovery after being transported to a strange and exotic kingdom

Show Timings

Show timings for KOOZA may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.

Cast & Crew

Writer and Director: David Shiner
Director of Creation: Serge Roy
Composer: Jean-François Côté
Costume Designer: Marie-Chantale Vaillancourt
Set Designer: Stéphane Roy
Choreographers: Clarence Ford

Note: Producers can not guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, which is always subject to illness and holidays.

This production contains loud noises, flashing lights and some dark scenes
KOOZA may cause difficulties for people with photosensitive epilepsy.
Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!

Tickets Redemption

You’ll get an instant email confirmation right after you book your tickets.
Enjoy a hassle-free entrance to the venue by showing your mobile ticket and a valid photo ID – no printout necessary!

Cancellation & Refunds

Tickets cannot be refunded, amended, or rescheduled.

Under the Big Top

The Cirque du Soleil Under the Big Top made its first United States debut at the opening of the Los Angeles Festival in 1987 along the stunning Santa Monica Pier. For many years, the Big Top Santa Monica has been the go-to spot for circus performances. Kooza will mark their first Santa Monica Pier performance since 2014.

Because fewer traveling circuses play under tents anymore, the skill of building big tops is a rare craft. Audiences may be surprised by how massive the Big Top is. The setting up of Cirque's tent takes seven days, a massive crew, and several advanced technological systems. Enjoy the breathtaking vistas and explore the numerous family-friendly attractions that are available at the Santa Monica Pier.

Getting There

Facilities & Accessibility

Additional Information

Address: Under the Big Top Santa Monica, 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, 90401

Metro: The Metro Expo Line runs from 7th/Metro Center in Downtown Los Angeles to the Downtown Santa Monica Station, located at 4th and Colorado Ave, a 10-minute walk away

Bus: The nearest bus station is Expo Line Santa Monica Station, just a 10 minute walk away. Hop on buses 9 Pacific Palisades / Downtown Santa Monica, 2 Wilshire Blvd. Additionally, 4th street buses 7 Koreatown / Downtown Santa Monica and 3 Aviation / LAX make stops for both their standard and rapid services.

Available Facilities: Restaurants, bar, pop-up merch stands, toilets, cloakroom

Accessibility: Pushchair accessible, wheelchair accessible

Security: To ensure your comfort and security, you might encounter a few security checks when you arrive at the venue.
Dress code: Smart casual or semi-formal attire is the way to go.
Outside Food: While outside food isn't usually allowed, many theaters have cafes or restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show.