Cast & creatives
People behind the production
La Nouba by Cirque du Soleil was a landmark resident show at Disney Springs West Side in Lake Buena Vista (Orlando area). Premiering on December 23, 1998, the production fused contemporary circus artistry with theatrical storytelling under the creative direction of Franco Dragone and development direction by Gilles Ste-Croix. The musical heartbeat was provided by composer and musical director Benoît Jutras, delivering a lush, orchestral score that became synonymous with the experience. Though its final performance occurred on December 31, 2017, La Nouba remains a touchstone in modern circus, celebrated for its daring acrobatics, immersive set pieces, and the artistry that defined Cirque du Soleil’s early 21st-century legacy.