Dress level at Cirque du Soliel

[Keyser]

I'm trying to figure out what range of dress is appropriate for Cirque du Soliel. Here's the background:
- My youngest daughter is scheduled for the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique earlier in the day. We were late booking, and this was one of the few times that was available and an option for us. So, she will be "dressed up". She would like it if the rest of us were more dressed up (as in suit-level for me...), but we don't want to be so far out of range that it's uncomfortable.
- That evening, we are planning to see Cirque, followed by dinner at Boma. I know we would be "overdressed" for Boma. We're fine with that, if we'd be "OK" for Cirque.
- I know we would be some of the only people at Cirque dressed up much, but as long as we weren't totally out of place, it'd be fine. But, if a big chunk of the Cirque crowd is in t-shirts and shorts, we'd probably feel a bit awkward. In that case, we might look at switching from Boma to a fancier restaurant, or trying to reschedule BBB completely just so she feels that being all made up was worthwhile.

So, basically I'm trying to get a sense of what the normal range of dress is for the Cirque show. If it matters, we're going to the 6 p.m. show on a weeknight.

 

[Shanti]

I'm trying to figure out what range of dress is appropriate for Cirque du Soliel. Here's the background:
- My youngest daughter is scheduled for the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique earlier in the day. We were late booking, and this was one of the few times that was available and an option for us. So, she will be "dressed up". She would like it if the rest of us were more dressed up (as in suit-level for me...), but we don't want to be so far out of range that it's uncomfortable.
- That evening, we are planning to see Cirque, followed by dinner at Boma. I know we would be "overdressed" for Boma. We're fine with that, if we'd be "OK" for Cirque.
- I know we would be some of the only people at Cirque dressed up much, but as long as we weren't totally out of place, it'd be fine. But, if a big chunk of the Cirque crowd is in t-shirts and shorts, we'd probably feel a bit awkward. In that case, we might look at switching from Boma to a fancier restaurant, or trying to reschedule BBB completely just so she feels that being all made up was worthwhile.

So, basically I'm trying to get a sense of what the normal range of dress is for the Cirque show. If it matters, we're going to the 6 p.m. show on a weeknight.

Cirque de Soleil is a casual dress event. I've been there, and it's just like going to the parks, in terms of how people dress. However, if you're a bit more dressed up, no one will have a problem with that. It's Disney, and most people are pretty focused on themselves and their families.

 

[vicb]

Wow, "suit level" would be way over dressed but sometimes Dads do what they gotta do for their girls!

We wanted to make a nicer evening of it with the 6pm show then late dinner after, we wore clothes a little nicer than our usual park shorts and tshirts but there will be many in park clothes. You can make it whatever you want!

The show is great, I hope you have fun!

 

[tnolan]

To echo my fellow posters, La Nouba is definitely a wear what you want kind of event. I have never dressed up for any Cirque show, and I've been going to them for many years.

 

[CAS239]

Shirts and shorts. Whatever you wore to the parks is fine

 

[Alesia]

Some people will be dressed up a bit (think business casual,) but most will be in park attire. Really dressed up would be unusual, but not unheard of.

Wear whatever makes the most sense for you.

 

[writerguyfl]

As other folks noted, you'll see a lot of shorts and t-shirts at Cirque du Soleil. But, in the 20ish times I've seen La Nouba, I've always seen people wearing nicer clothing, too. However, I think that the 9pm show tends to have more "dressed up" attendees.

Growing up, going to live theatre event or classical concert was a very special event that required dressing up. As such, I always dress up, even at La Nouba where I know I'll in the minority as far as attire is concerned.

Keep in mind that you'll be in Florida, where it's hot most of the year. (I'm in Fort Lauderdale. It's 2:25am and the current temperature is 83 degrees with a heat index of 90.) Leave your suit at home and opt for slacks/khakis with a lightweight shirt and tie. That's what I wear when I go to La Nouba.