Cavalia Comes to Chicago

So what is Cavalia? It's an "equestrian arts" show featuring more than thirty horses including magnificent, long-maned, white Lusitanian stallions. These well-trained animals interact with acrobats, aerialists, dancers, riders, and musicians combined with visual effects and live music. The show's creator and artistic director, Normand Latourelle, is one of the co-founders of Cirque du Soleil, so it's pretty much guaranteed that the spectacle is pushed to its limit. A unique show like Cavalia begs for a unique venue and they have one -- a large, white, big top circus tent is being erected for the occasion in Chicago's West Loop.

• What: Cavalia equestrian arts show
• Where: Jackson Street and Racine Avenue, Chicago
• When: July 14 through July 26, 2009 August 2, 2009
• Tickets: Adults, $45.50 - $190.50; Seniors and students, $40.50 - $171.50; Children 2-12, $31.50 - $133.50. Tickets are available online