For the first time ever, Cirque du Soleil is collaborating with Accelerate to offer one extraordinary dancer at each location an exclusive backstage experience at Drawn to Life in Orlando, November 16, 2025.
Meet the artists, explore behind the scenes, and witness the wonder up close and personal.
A representative from Cirque du Soleil will be in attendance on Friday night at both Accelerate locations, watching the Pre-Advanced, Advanced, and Elite dancers 16 years and older perform. This is your chance to shine in front of one of the world’s most respected performance organizations.
One special dancer from each Accelerate location will be selected by the Cirque du Soleil representative to win an exclusive, guided backstage experience at “Drawn to Life” in Orlando.
This unforgettable prize takes place on Sunday afternoon during Accelerate in Lakeland, Florida, November 16, 2025.
Go behind the scenes with a Cirque du Soleil guide, meet the cast, and discover the magic from a performer’s perspective.
Exclusive access reserved for the Pre-Advanced, Advanced and Elite dancers attending Accelerate Friday evening in Phoenix, AZ and Lakeland, FL. Dancers must be 16 years of age at the time of the event. Spaces are extremely limited. Register now!
Planning your trip to Accelerate? All participants and families can enjoy a 20% discount on Cirque du Soleil’s “Drawn to Life.” This exclusive offer is available only to our community.