I have to admit that initially I was not interested in going to this show - I had seen the first one when it toured a few years ago and didn't think you could do much more with horses and expected this show would just be a repeat of the same moves, etc. But, after several friends raved about the show I finally broke down and bought tickets.
Odysseo is a lovely show - the horses are beautiful and one experiences the sensation that they are allowed to run free, the rhythm between the horse and rider is incredible to watch. Punctuated by rodeo tricks and horse show moves, there is a lot happening in this show. My daughter says I should be sure to mention the impeccable timing executed by the horse and riders. The combination of horse, rider and the circus act of ladies hanging from the ceiling from long drapes of cloth was very creative, putting a whole new "spin" on this act. A big feature of the show is the African dancers/athletes - amazing bodies (those awesome abs!) barely hint at the athletic prowess as they put on a display of jumps and airiel acrobatics, doing non stop flips across the stage. And what a magnificent stage - the wild west or an African Savannah - dirt hills and riders coming over the crest is impactful. The choreography and music, also wonderful. I could go on. Definitely deserves the multiple extensions and praise.
The ticket prices are a little steep, but it is a big production and the audience kept to a reasonable size so that all the seats are good - you should definitely consider it.
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