What is Saltimbanco?
Saltimbanco celebrates life, as experienced by the cosmopolitan and urban aspects of big cities. From a visually-baroque universe, its colorful and cosmopolitan characters drop the audience into the middle of a whimsical world, an imaginary city where diversity blends with hope. If you want to learn more please visit the
Saltimbanco page.
In which cities is Saltimbanco playing?
For
Saltimbanco’s most up to date tour schedule, including dates and cities, please visit
Saltimbanco website. For your own alerts on the latest
Cirque du Soleil events in your area, join
Cirque Club, it's free!
How long is Saltimbanco?
Saltimbanco is 2 hours long. That includes a 20 minute intermission.
Is Saltimbanco appropriate for children?
Saltimbanco, like most of Cirque du Soleil’s shows, is meant to entertain the whole family. Moments when loud noises and darkness are used during the show may frighten some children.
What does Saltimbanco means?
Saltimbanco -from the Italian "saltare in banco", which literally means "to jump on a bench"-explores the urban experience in all its myriad forms
When was Saltimbanco’s world premiere?
Saltimbanco’s world premiere occurred in Montreal (Canada), on April 23, 1992.
Does Saltimbanco use any special effects?
Saltimbanco special effects include the use of smoke and strobe lighting.
How do I buy tickets for Saltimbanco?
Tickets for
Saltimbanco may be purchased
online.
Which credit cards are accepted?
Since the show travels from one country to another, the credit cards accepted may vary. We suggest you refer to the "
Tickets & info" page for each city.
Are there Saltimbanco gift cards?
Cirque du Soleil does offer a gift card for
Saltimbanco. The gift card is applicable only to U.S. Show ticket purchases exclusively and is redeemable only at
www.cirquedusoleilgift.com.
How do I buy tickets without a credit card?
You may purchase tickets with cash at the arena’s box office. Please call the arena for box office hours of operation.The different box office phone numbers can be found on the "
Map and info" page for each city.
How can I reserve a specific seat?
The online ticket buying process does not allow for the purchase of specific seats. The online process offers the best available seating (given your desired number of seats). If you wish to select specific seats, please make your reservation by phone after our Cirque Club pre-sale dates.
What is the maximum number of tickets allowed per purchase?
The maximum number of tickets allowed per purchase is eight (8).The policies and services offered may vary, depending on the city/country where the show is presented. The information is available on the ticket purchase page of each city.
Are tickets available for persons with limited mobility?
Yes, tickets for persons with limited mobility are available by calling the arena directly. The different box office phone numbers can be found on the "
Map and info" page for each city.
Are there group ticket rates?
Yes, group ticket reservations (over 20 tickets) are available for
Saltimbanco by calling the arena directly.The different box office phone numbers can be found on the "
Map and info" page for each city.
Is there a Tapis Rouge option for Saltimbanco?
Since the Tapis Rouge VIP Experience is not available in all cities, we invite you to consult the Saltimbanco
tickets page for each city.
Are there military discounts?
Military personnel, seniors (65 years old and up) and students (13 years old and over) are entitled to a discount. A valid piece of identification must be presented upon purchase (includes College and University student I.D.). This offer is available on specific days.
The policies and services offered may vary, depending on the city/country where the show is presented. The information is available on the ticket purchase page of each cities.
Details can be found at the "
tickets" page for each city.
What are service charges for?
Service charges apply to all Cirque du Soleil ticket sales, no matter the event. Cirque du Soleil service charges cover costs associated with providing our customers with the option of advance ticket sales (including software and employees), that they may purchase tickets by phone or online from the comfort of their home rather than waiting at a box office.
Is there a Cirque Club pre-sale for Saltimbanco tickets?
There is usually a Cirque Club member presale for our touring shows. A notice will be sent to the members who have selected the city where Saltimbanco will be presented. Please note that the presale is available for a limited time and cannot be extended.
Are there discounts for travel agents?
There are no travel agent discounts for any of Cirque du Soleil’s shows.
What is an electronic ticket?
An electronic ticket is a ticket emailed to you (as a PDF document) minutes after your purchase. Print the electronic tickets on your printer and bring them to the show. It is important that each ticket be printed on its own sheet of paper. Electronic tickets require Adobe Acrobat Reader software on your computer in order to read and print them. It’s free, and can be downloaded at
Adobe Acrobat Website.
What is a credit card’s verification code (also known as ‘verification number’)?
A Mastercard or VISA credit card verification code is a three-digit number located on the back of the card, at the end of the signature space. American Express cards’ verification codes are four-digit numbers found on the front of cards, just above and to the right of the credit card number.
Is my transaction cancelled when the countdown reaches zero?
The countdown indicates the time remaining to complete that particular step of the ticket-buying process before the tickets are put back into circulation.
When a countdown has 30 seconds remaining, the system will ask whether you need more time.
How do I use a Cirque Club ticket voucher for Saltimbanco?
Ticket vouchers are only valid for Cirque du Soleil shows presented under our Big Tops in North America and are not applicable to our arena and theatre performances.
What do I do if my computer crashes while purchasing tickets?
If your computer crashes during an online ticket purchase,
contact us or call directly the arena.The different box office phone numbers can be found on the "
Map and info" page for each city.
I haven’t received my tickets!
If you haven’t yet received your tickets,
contact us or call directly the arena.The different box office phone numbers can be found on the "
Map and info" page for each city.
I’ve lost my tickets and/or confirmation!
If you’ve lost your tickets or confirmation,
contact us or call directly the arena.The different box office phone numbers can be found on the "
Map and info" page for each city.
Can I exchange or cancel my tickets?
All ticket sales are final. There are no exchanges or refunds.
Can I give my tickets to someone to use?
For someone else to use your tickets for Saltimbanco that person should have the following with them when they arrive at the arena: a photocopy of both sides of the credit card used to purchase the tickets (the first 12 numbers of the card may be blacked out), a photocopy of one of the purchaser’s pieces of identification (such as a driver’s license), a letter acknowledging the gift signed by the purchaser, and the original ticket purchase’s confirmation number.
What should I do if I can’t print my electronic tickets?
If you cannot print your electronic tickets,
contact us or call directly the arena.The different box office phone numbers can be found on the "
Map and info" page for each city.
How can I exchange a children’s ticket for an adult ticket?
To exchange a children’s ticket for an adult ticket, go to the arena’s ticket booth one hour before the show and pay the difference in price.
Where has Saltimbanco performed until now?
For a list of cities where
Saltimbanco has performed,
click here.
How do I get on site?
For directions to the show, please contact the arena where the show is performing. The different box office phone numbers can be found on the "
Map and info" page for each city.
Is there parking available?
For information on parking, please contact the arena directly. The different box office phone numbers can be found on the "
Map and info" page for each city.
Is the venue air-conditioned?
For information on air-conditioning, please contact the venue directly. The different box office phone numbers can be found on the "
Map and info" page for each city.
May I take pictures during the show?
For licensing and security reasons, all photo and video cameras are strictly prohibited.
Will there be Saltimbanco merchandise available?
Will there be Cirque du Soleil merchandise available?
Can I buy drinks and food on site?
Yes, drinks and food are available at the arena. For more information, please contact the arena directly. The different box office phone numbers can be found on the "
Map and info" page for each city.
Is there a Saltimbanco CD?
Is there a Saltimbanco DVD?
Can I access the on site boutique if I don’t have tickets to the show?
Only people with tickets to the show may access the on site boutique.
How do I make a request to perform a wedding proposal before or during the show?
While we would very much like to accommodate requests for public wedding proposals before or during the show, we cannot. We receive many such requests, and so we must always refuse.
How can I go backstage at Saltimbanco?
Backstage visits at Saltimbanco are not possible. We receive many such requests, and so we must always refuse.
How can I meet the artists of Saltimbanco?
It is not possible to organize visits with Saltimbanco artists and trainers. They have extremely busy schedules and so we respect the little down time they have by not offering visits.
What can I do if I’ve lost something at the arena?
If you believe you’ve lost something at the arena
contact us or call directly the arena.The different box office phone numbers can be found on the "
Map and info" page for each city.