Zero Gravity Circus returns this year with a dazzling new show
Palais d’Hiver 2010: Through the Looking Glass
In the Great Hall at Hart House
February 19, 2010, 9PM
Palais d’Hiver is sure to be an unforgettable evening that will tickle your taste buds and have your imagination running wild with dreaming eyes of wonder...
Step through the looking glass this February when Hart House; UofT's living laboratory of arts, culture & recreation, is once again transformed into a dark and seductive circus for the senses during the spectacular annual event, Palais d’Hiver.
Framed by the stunning, neo-gothic architecture and timber arched ceiling of the Great Hall, Zero Gravity Circus aerialists will entertain and enchant spectators with acrobatics inspired by Lewis Carroll’s classic novel Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.
Tempt your taste buds with an eclectic mix of signature cocktails, winter seasonal beers and wines; then prepare to let loose when the performance stage turns into a dance floor with CIUT 89.5 FM DJ’s spinning some of Toronto’s hottest mixes.
$50 Adult / $40 Student & Groups of 4+
Ticket price includes 3 drink tickets
Cash Bar
/ 19 +
To purchase tickets visit www.uofftix.ca or call 416-978-8849
Event Schedule:
9PM - Doors Open
10PM - Zero Gravity Circus Performance
11PM - DJ & Burlesque show
12AM - Midnight Snack
Zero Gravity Circus returns this year with an all new Alice in Wonderland inspired performance.
After receiving rave reviews for an exceptionally entertaining debut performance at last year’s event, Hart House is excited to announce that Zero Gravity Circus will once again provide the feature act for Palais d’Hiver 2010: Through the Looking-Glass.
High above the travertine floor of the Great Hall, Zero Gravity Circus aerialists will use an assortment of hoops, straps and silks to dazzle and delight audience members with incredible feats of athleticism and grace. A fiendishly funny Mad Hatter Comic Emcee will keep things lively in between unique acts inspired by Lewis Carroll’s classic novel Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.
Beerology invites you to explore the wonderful world of winter beer at Palais d’Hiver this year.
Tumble down the rabbit hole at Palais d’Hiver this year and explore five delicious interpretations of the word ‘beer’. Your taste buds will come alive when they discover the surprising range of flavours in these limited edition locally brewed beers.
Sample Betelgeuse Strong Golden Ale with pear, peach and bubblegum notes. Try Tilted Kilt ‘wee heavy’ and get carried away by its comforting sweet character. Sip the rich, complex and chewy Gin Lane Ale barley wine, a classic winter beer style. Savour the gingerbread flavours of Winter Ale brewed with cinnamon, ginger, honey and orange peel and delight in the bold dark chocolate flavour and tart cherry finish of Double Chocolate Cherry Stout.
Whether they are interpreting the classic styles of Belgium, Scotland and England or having fun spicing things up, find out how different Toronto brewers envision the perfect beer to sip by the fire on a cold winter day.
Step through the looking glass at Palais d’Hiver this year with Glamour Puss Burlesque for a one of a kind vaudevillian experience.
Step through the looking glass at Palais d’Hiver this year with Glamour Puss Burlesque for a one of a kind vaudevillian experience. Known for their extravagant costuming, over the top theatrics and show stopping dance numbers, Glamour Puss Burlesque is one of Toronto’s most dazzling cabaret troupes.
With a special remount of their production, Burlesque in Wonderland, Glamour Puss will be uncovering the revealing truth behind Alice’s adventures with an exclusive and intimate peepshow. Lewis Carroll’s mischievous characters will be explored through the art of slapstick and striptease. To be granted entry you’ll have to spot the elusive Cheshire Cat, tickets are $5.
