Odysseo By Cavalia

Fabulous show. Hard to explain but a great experience.
If you can get to this show before it leave SF — DO IT.
Right now I believe you can buy 5 tickets and get 5 free — wish I could have taken advantage of that offer but once I saw the show I didn’t give a thought the the dollars spent — worth every cent.
Incredible animals and equally incredible cast of humans.

There was a standing ovation at the end of the show. A first, I think, for any Cirque du Soleil performance I’ve attended. It wasn’t what I expected. I expected the horses to do tricks, and they don’t. The theme of this performance is vague, and the integration of the African acrobats is awkward. So what makes this show special is great set design and a willingness to just let the horses be horses. It results in an awkward but ultimately rewarding performance. It’s unlike anything else.

I purchased a CD at the original show that had disappointing quality. I kind of sucked it up for awhile because I didn’t figure replacing it would help as it appeared to be the recording itself. I finally wrote the company an email asking if I could purchase the the sound track digitally as the recording on my CD wasn’t great. I got a response same day asking what show I had been to and what my mailing address was. A couple days later, a brand new CD was delivered to my mailbox, no further questions asked.
Let me just recap that one more time: I went to the show, bought a CD, and a year and a half later wrote an email telling them the sound quality was bad and they REPLACED it for me, free of charge despite my willingness to buy another copy. WOW. Once again, this company is just quality through and through and I truly can’t wait until they come back to town, worth every penny!

Wow, I had no idea we could review shows that pass through Seattle and area… (I thought only «fixed» sites — venues and shows that were stationary and always here — were reviewable. Interesting!). Well, Odysseo (the show) might be gone now from the area, but I’m still posting this review on the premise that this show may return next year, and others may want to hear about it.
In one word: gorgeous.
A second word is also apt: fascinating.
I’m not a big fan of circuses, but this is NOT a circus in any conventional sense of the word. It’s more of a homage to horses and those equestrians who love them. The animals are mind-​blowing beautiful. I was literally freaking out how these horses — many of them stallions — were let loose on the stage, with all these flashing lights and crowds nearby (i.e., distractions), yet they performed precision maneuvers, solo and in groups, both with and without riders. I was amazed. I can’t teach my dog to sit on command, yet here are these huge, unrestrained animals, doing trick moves, on their own, unrestrained. That alone is mind-​blowing to me.
The stage and sets and aesthetics are wonderful, evocative of dream states, I suppose, with surreal landscapes stretching on to seeming infinity. There’s a water scene at the end of the show which is amazing (I don’t want to give too much away). The acrobats and drummers/​percussionists/​dances are fascinating and bring a lot of energy to the show. But let’s face it: the show focusses on the horses. It’s all about the horses.
I attended this event on a Unilocal Elite pass. It was fantastic meeting Marc and Katie and others from the talk boards! The food tent was great, and there were SO many varieties of foods and beverages, and all were great. If you can, I’d recommend the VIP treatment when the show next comes to town.
My only gripe (and it’s a minor one) concerns the walkways from the VIP food tent to the show tent and the bathrooms. They are not covered. It was pouring rain on the day I came here, and we all got sopping wet, getting from one tent to the other. They are all so close to each other, it really would behoove (no pun intended!) the show managers to cover up the pathways with overhead awnings. Other than this issue, though, this was a first-​class show. If you know of a horse lover, definitely bring him or her to his event!

Amazing show! Absolutely amazing! I had no idea such a grand production was available in our area. Hubby and I were both completely taken by surprise!
We went with the VIP tickets because the two center front row seats were available and we couldn’t resist. It’s worth every penny! The buffet is definitely a meal! Cold and hot foods with plenty of variety for every taste. It’s an upper scale appetizer buffet with small bites though, not a dinner buffet. Neither one of us ate at the pasta bar but we saw a lot of plates go by piled high! The free wine and beer (or soda and water) is poured freely, as much as you want! The staff is very friendly and attentive, clearing empty plates and cups right away, always with a smile.
The show is jaw dropping! Every minute is packed with beauty, whether it was the horses or the incredibly talented dancers and acrobats. Talk about sensory overload! My eyes were bouncing all over the place trying to see all of it then I’d find myself mesmerized by a particular dancer or horse. There was absolutely never a «dull» moment, even during scene changes they entertained with acrobats or horses. Watching the trainers, it was evident they truly love their animals. Always gentle and caressing, it was no wonder the animals responded back with the same love and respect they received.
Odysseo is a show for all ages whether you’re a horse lover or not. The beauty and talent is unsurpassed and should be on everybody’s «must do» list!

This was such an amazing show! I had a fantastic time and really enjoyed myself here. I had seen Cavalia the last time they had come to the Marymoor Park and enjoyed it well enough but wasn’t that amazed by it. Cavalia: Odysseo completely blows away the previous show! It had way better visual effects and the acts were much more mystifying and were able to utterly amaze me. Even my grandmother (who had seen the previous show with me and almost didn’t come to this one because she didn’t like the last one) thought that this one was amazing.
I loved the energy that they brought into the show. Almost all of the show included the horses as the main stars of the program. This would include them doing tricks and running around performing jumps. Other highlights included mixed acts with the horses and trapeze artists, acts with the trapeze artists alone as well as a group of men that would do ground stunts like backflips and the like. They even included the audience at one point yelling a saying about peace and no more war on Earth. It was really fun!
As with shows that involve animals there were a few times when the horses did not want to follow along and did their own thing (such as going the other way or just even goofing around). But it was very minimal and the trainers and performers always acted with grace when that happened and helped keep things funny rather than leaving an awkward situation.
One of my absolute favorite parts of the show was the horse carousel that involved trapeze artists dancing and twirling around it, while a woman sang this beautiful song on stage. Absolutely fantastic performance. Another favorite of mine is when they actually made it rain on stage and added water on the stage. People in the first two rows were given towels to help keep them dry from the mist when the horses ran through the water (I sat in the third row so I didn’t get misted at all).
The show also included a live group of musicians playing on opposite sides of the stage and you could even see them during the performance if you looked up to the left or right side of the stage. Quite a fantastic music performance.
If you can afford the VIP tickets definitely get them, as they are completely worth the experience. As a VIP ticket holder you are able to enjoy a preshow dinner buffet (which is absolutely delicious and truthfully one of the main reasons I wanted to go) that includes free drinks (including water, soda, juice, tea and alcoholic beverages) and even ice cream and popcorn that you can take with you into the big tent when the show starts! At intermission you get to enjoy a (very quick) dessert buffet. Then after the show you are able to participate in a stable tour where you can see the beautiful stars of the show. Plus you also get a free book that shows some of the best moments of the show in big beautiful glossy pictures.
For those interested in what was included in the buffets the items were:
Dinner:
Meat satay, potato veggie samosas, spanakopita, mini caprese salad cups, cocktail shrimp, shredded pork mini sliders, asparagus, spicy couscous salad (or I believe it was couscous), two different types of salad (one was more Greek while the other was more Italian), brie with walnuts and fruit, and pita bread slices.
Dessert:
Variety of cookies and cookie bars, mini mousse-​like cupcakes, a variety of macarons, mini Neapolitan mousse cups. (Didn’t get to sample as much due to intermission being cut short.)
Even if you can’t do the VIP, definitely go for the regular tickets. I believe they serve some drinks and popcorn for regular ticket holders. Definitely a fun and memorable experience. I hope they come back again next year!

A Beautiful event to attend! Wonderful staff, friendly and helpful.

Talk about a fun experience! I was fortunate enough to have access to a special VIP area where we were treated to food, drinks, and even ice cream before the show. This was located in a separate tent right next to the main show tent so, even though it was raining pretty good, there was minimal exposure to the elements. The stage and video backdrop where the show takes place is very impressive and seems to get bigger as the show goes on and the roster of performers are very talented indeed. Still though, none of that could possibly outshine the beautiful horses on display during the show. I don’t know much about the finer details of what makes for a great horse, but it was clearly from the very first moment that the ones in this show are truly talented performers in their own right.
While horses pranced, danced, galloped, jumped, ran, and leaped their way around the stage, the human performers found just about every way possible to amaze the audience themselves. There was so much jumping, twisting, turning, spinning, chanting, singing, diving, flying, flipping, twirling, dancing, and riding going on, it was hard to keep track of it all… and that’s totally meant as a good thing. Odysseo is such an impressive show I was sad to see it end, but it had to happen sooner or later. Hopefully I’ll be able to catch another Cavalia show some day, but in the meantime, I’ll have some great memories of amazing acrobatics and equestrian feats of strength and agility to enjoy for a long time.

Incredible! I was a bit nervous to see this venue. I had tickets with a «partially obstructed view» and was afraid for what that meant. It was not a problem at all! Pretty sure there would not be a bad seat in the tent.
The music was beautiful. The horses magestic and the acrobats astounding. Definitely a MUST see for any horse lover.

I came to the show with very little expectations. I ended up having a great time! I bonded with and met some amazing Elite Unilocalers!
We were given the VIP treatment which included entry into the Rendez-​vous tent and then separate entry into the big white tent itself.
The VIP tent had a buffet of hors d’oeuvres which included skewers, salads, caprese cups (AHHH!), cocktail shrimp, baked wontons, grilled asparagus and some rice and sandwich dishes. During intermission, the buffet tables were filled with sweets including macarons and dessert cups with whipped cream and cake. There was also an open bar with beer (Mirror Pond hello!), wine and champagne! There was also water, juice and sodas. The VIP had plenty of sofa and cocktail table seating. It was also the place to be since the place was warmer than a Summer in Seattle (supposedly) due to the warm air blasting throughout the tent.
TIP: If you want ice cream, they have it next to the popcorn machine in the VIP tent. Ask the associate and you can choose from Hagen-​daaz dulce de leche and vanilla flavors. YUM!
The souvenirs were a bit pricey. A large plush horse costed $ 50. However if you have a VIP ticket, you are entitled to a free program! At the end of the show, 3 performers greeted guests in the VIP tent and our programs were signed! :) Afterwards, we were able to walk through the stables to check out the horses. They are all gorgeous!!!
Onto the show itself! I did not come with any expectations but knew that horses, music and super human strength was involved. There was a lot of yoga on horses and gymnastics. I was Ooooh-​ing the entire time. The live music was great! It would be perfect for yoga practice!
All in all, I highly recommend this show! VIP is definitely the way to go and a great way to spend half of your day (trust me, being VIP is like being in a marathon filled with food, drinks and fun!).
Thank you Unilocal Seattle for making my time here so amazing!!!

Stunning and mesmorizing are words that come to mind as I start this Unilocal.I did the VIP with Unilocal elites and it was an awesome experience.
The food;
Prawn cocktail, pulled pork sliders, a pasta station, salads, spanakopita, caprese salad, salmon, steak skewers, antipasta, guacamole, baked Brie, a plethora of cheeses I could seriously go on and on. The dessert buffet was over the top as well. Cheesecake, ice cream, cookies, fruit, pies, chocolate everything so many choices.
Drinks;
Proseco, beer, wine the usual suspects.
Service was very attentive and the people that were working were all very friendly.
The best part for me beside the show was the stable tour… I’m a horse freak and I could’ve spent all day there.
I was totally impressed and I can not stop talking about it. Go you will love it!!!

If you like Cirque, and furry things with four legs… go see this show! I had the honor, the privilege, the excitement of attending in VIP fashion… I do recommend the extra cost for this experience.
The tent for both the show and VIP are very warm, so if you can brave the trek from the car and any lines without your finest underwear, I mean outerwear, you will be set
Show highlights:
Amazing acrobatics (humans)
Amazingly beautiful horses
Good lighting and sound
Good stage
Amazing finale involving water!
VIP highlights
PLENTY of libations (Michelle bubbles, 14 Hands Merlot, import and domestic beers) multiple bars, no lines
Great TAPAS
Great intermission sweets, and more drinks
Really worth the $$$
I was really impressed with these crazy stallions… and mares… I didn’t even know what a mare was before the show, so it was educational too!

How cow! Or should I say horse? ;)
I saw Cavalia’s Odysseo show in Marymoor Park a few days ago and was really impressed by the show. I will note that the ideal ticket holder for a Cavalia show *should* be someone who’s a big fan of horses. I went with a number of friends and some of them were not quite as blown away by the show because they didn’t really understand some of the tricks or how difficult they were to perform. For example, there are a variety of performances that exhibit different gaits that horses are trained to do. Sure, some of them are not fast-​paced but training a stallion to perform just about any trick is an incredible feat.
The horses were gorgeous, the performances were stunning, the music was incredible, and the set was jaw dropping! I don’t want to give anything away but there were a few times where I was literally in awe with the set design and how everything could change and move and transform itself.
Expect a few hiccups here and there, but appreciate the humor and understand that even the imperfections and mistakes some of the horses make are interesting because you’re dealing with 66 horses and 66 individual personalities. What I didn’t know before the show was just how many of the horses are stallions. I won’t give it away but it left me very impressed during the show!
You’ll see about 80% of the show includes performances with people and horses, a few acts are 100% horses with no trainers present, and then other performances are just people. I was glued to my seat and loving every minute of it. Having been around horses as a child and being appreciative of their beauty and their trainability made it easier for me to understand just how complicated this show is to pull off. I’d recommend this show to anyone who’s a fan of Cirque du Soleil or a big fan of horses.

I had the privilege to attend this show with their RENDEZ-​VOUS VIP package through Unilocal Elites. BIG thanks to Katy & Mark for setting up such a great event and experience!!! The RENDEZ-​VOUS VIP package we received included:
–Center-​row seats: perfect view!!!
–VIP Pass
–Parking at the White Big Top: awesome because you don’t have to walk far literally just a few steps (general lot is a much further walk)
–Buffet with a wide variety of complimentary foods served before the show: 90 minutes prior to the show, so you can save time and have your meal before the show starts; all were great and tasty, a lot of items I have never tasted before
–Wine, bubbly and beer at will: they also have popcorn and you can bring these all in the show (drinks must in plastic cups)
–Dessert Buffet, coffee and tea served during intermission: yummy!
–Exclusive stables tour after the show: you get to see the horses and take as many pics as you like (no flash!) and towards the end of the stables you get a chance to take a photo with one of the acrobats and a horse for $ 20 :)
–Odysseo souvenir from our boutique: their lovely, informational program
This package is great!!!
The show was so beautiful, to see the gracious horses was amazing! What was also amazing was how disciplined they were, they roamed around on their own, but did what they were supposed to do with VERY little instructions (from what I could see). And, they made us laugh here and there too! The acrobats/​artist were incredible, from performing in the air to performing with the horses. The live music went perfectly with the whole show, lovely. I heard about how the stage is filled with water, so that was one of the parts I was anticipating!
I would definitely recommend this for all ages and horse/​animal lovers. There was a toddler sitting behind me and to hear his shrieks of joy and excitement throughout the show just warmed my heart!

Wow, did Unilocal represent! Talk about an awesome win for a day! Unilocal got us in VIP for this event, and the venue was great. It didn’t even feel like a «big top», it felt like a building. The buffet food was decent, I liked the salmon and the desserts most especially. Some of my fellow Unilocalers said that the pasta was delicious. After food and drinks the show started, and we had great seats. Talk about a spectacle! The intermission was a half hour and that was dessert time… I’m always won over by chocolate covered strawberries :-) The show continued and afterwards, we got to meet the horses, and a few of the acrobats/​performers signed our FREE program! Unilocal totally delivered here, and thanks to Katy for keeping everything running smoothly for us! I’ll be staying Unilocal elite for a while now if more events like this happen again!

What an absolute treat! I adore horses and all things horse related: Cavalia really knocked it out of the park with Odysseo. The show brings fantasy to life as it incorporates the acrobatic arts with high class horse training. It was astounding to watch the handlers delicately lead the magnificent animals through both dramatic stunts and technically beautiful endeavors.
What takes the show to the next level is the entire VIP experience. Free champagne and tasty pre-​show snacks. You’re even allowed to take your adult beverage into the show with the proper plastic cup! Half time promises tasty deserts and an opportunity for a refill. While these items appealed most to the adults kids got to meet and greet not only the human performers but the equine as well!
I strongly recommend this even for families, a romantic date or with a herd or horsey friends. The VIP experience is the way to go and I hope you are as wowed as I was!

I’d like to preface this with saying Cavalia isn’t usually my cup of tea. I am not a fan of cirque du soleil or similar type shows, so my opinion might be different than most.
Overall, I thought the show was beautiful. The acrobats, riders, singers, trainers, actors, band, etc were all very talented and a joy to watch. The horses themselves were beautiful. I think my favorite was when watching them run on their own, or when they would roll around in the dirt. They really are majestic creatures. Although, to be perfectly honest, I found the show to be repetitive and a bit disjointed. It was obviously beautiful, and everyone was very talented, but I always felt that each act was about twice as long as it should be, I would get bored.
I did the VIP experience with Unilocal.It included VIP Parking (super close, and included in the price of your ticket), and there was buffet style food stations, and free-​flowing alcohol for 90 minutes before the show started. The champagne I had delicious. Oddly enough, my favorite food was an arugula salad, but the pasta and other dishes I tried were delicious. I also loved the dessert bar during intermission. Just be prepared for a mad-​house. Since intermission is only 30 minutes, everyone is trying to grab food. It’s worth the wait though. They also have popcorn, and bottled beverages you can take with you to the show, you can also put your wine in a plastic cup to enjoy during the show.
The Big Top is beautiful, and the stage is beautiful. Make sure and stay all the way to the end, because the last act is the best.
One minor complaint would be the fact that the bathrooms were outside, and you had to walk outside to go between the VIP lounge and the Stage area. Since it’s Seattle and it rains all the time, a covering of some sort would have been nice.

2014. Year of the Horse. What an incredible experience. The food, ambience, and demeanor of horse-​handlers, managing staff and servers was exceptional. There’s a reason the ancient Greeks included 50+ divine horses in the theology they’d created for their gods to ride. This show is as close as you’ll come to seeing this mythology in real life.
SHOW: If you, your kids, siblings, parents or friends and/​or neighbors are equestrian enthusiasts, this show is a must. The meaning behind the program conveys Humankind’s love and reverence for these noble creatures. From the Pagan woodlands of South central Europe, to Easter Island, African plains, Arizona desert and Australian outback (plus a few magical realms in-​between) the visuals left me in awe. A bit like Teatro Zinzani for me, not focused on humor — but on romanticism in honoring our reverence with horses.
Live musicians perform an array of amazing songs created just for the show. And to tell you the truth, even if this had JUST been a concert, it would have still been worth going to.
FOOD: If you’re fortunate enough in being able to afford the Rendez-​Vous package (the VIP level tickets), you’ll be treated to sparkling white wine, beer, sodas, water, juices, etc., and a massive appetizer buffet just prior to the event, a desert buffet during the 30 minute intermission, and a chance to meet the horses, riders and trainers. Highly recommended.
The thing that impressed me the most by far, was the incredible technique, care and subtlety of the handler’s messaging-​communication-​control over the horses. I’ve been around trainers before — the team has it fully mastered. And for a group as young as this, they are to be highly commended.
HINT: The way to survive this in Winter is to dress in layers since you’ll likely be cold while waiting in line, then get really warm once inside.

Through Unilocal I was able to attend this event as a VIP guest. I’ve been to a lot of different shows… But this was one of the best! It mixed natures beauty with live music and entertainment. The stage was extremely dynamic and the screen in the back ground would change I accommodate the intended mood. There were live singers and musicians. I think my favorite part of the show was towards the end when the stage flooded with water and the horses litterally danced in the water. Breath takingly beautiful.
Then, To make it even better, the VIP tent offered us free food and an open (and free) beer and wine bar. There was a buffet of desserts during intermission and after the show some of the artists came to the VIP area to answer questions and sign autographs. Then, to top it all off we had a tour of the stables at the end and got
To ask the trainers questions. Absolutely worth the money and time to see the show!

Wow! Breathtaking from start to finish. Continued to amaze me throughout the show. Every seat in the house is good; it was worth every penny. I will definitely be back in the future. The backdrop and live music are phenomenal. Dancers and acrobatics were exotic and the carousel scene was amazing.
A few tips: arrive 30 mins early and prepare to pay $ 15 cash for parking. Use the restroom before, as the facilities are quite limited. Browse the souvenirs (pretty much everything costs $ 25). Concessions range from $ 4.50 for a small beverage to $ 7.00 for popcorn.
No need to dress warm. It is plenty heated under the big white top.