Cirque du Soleil - R.U.N. Tickets

Cirque du Soleil - R.U.N. represents a distinctive chapter in the company’s history. Premiering on October 24, 2019 at Luxor Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, in the iconic R.U.N Theater, this production focused on live-action action and storytelling to deliver a cinematic, high-energy experience. While it closed on March 8, 2020 after a five-month run, R.U.N left a lasting mark on Cirque du Soleil’s repertoire and Vegas entertainment history. Below, you’ll find a concise biography, highlights from the creative team, a look at its discography-like musical moments, and the legacy that continues to influence contemporary live performance. If you’re exploring similar experiences, we’ve got recommendations and tips to secure seats for related shows.

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Biography and show legacy

• Premiere: October 24, 2019, Luxor Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, NV. The venue housed the R.U.N Theater, designed to support this high-octane, action-forward Cirque du Soleil experience.
• Creative team: Story by Robert Rodriguez; music by Tyler Bates; direction by Michael Schwandt. The collaboration brought a cinematic sensibility to Cirque’s storytelling, with a focus on live-action sequences and stunts integrated into the narrative.
• Concept shift: R.U.N marked Cirque du Soleil’s departure from a strict acrobatic emphasis toward a more action-oriented, film-inspired presentation, blending Cirque’s artistry with live-action spectacle.
• Business note: The production faced significant financial challenges, with media reporting substantial costs associated with its development and staging, highlighting the risk-reward dynamic of ambitious, large-scale live shows.
• Retired status: As of 2025, R.U.N is retired from touring and no new dates are planned. The project remains a notable entry in Cirque’s Vegas era and a case study in production scope and narrative experimentation.

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