Scott Zeiger will helm Cirque du Soleil Theatrical

1/14/2014 2:44pm


Cirque du Soleil has to announced the creation of a new division, Cirque du Soleil Theatrical. Scott Zeiger, co-founding partner of BASE Entertainment, will serve as President and Managing Director of the new division. Zeiger will develop unique theatrical opportunities for Cirque du Soleil. Based on traditional theatrical practices, these new productions will be created using the Cirque du Soleil signature style and aesthetic but will provide a very different experience for Cirque du Soleil audiences. This new division will be based in New York City and will continue to promote Cirque du Soleil’s on-going strategy of diversifying its content and live-entertainment activities worldwide. Scott will also enable Cirque Eloize – a Cirque du Soleil sister company – to take its development and promotion in theatrical venues to a new level. BASE Entertainment will continue under the leadership of its CEO and co-founder Brian Becker, and Mr Zeiger will take on his new responsibilities at Cirque du Soleil Theatrical beginning March 3, 2014. Press contact: Boneau/Bryan-Brown (575-3030)...