Ever since they were children, http://www.japanpodshow.com presenters George and Joseph had wanted to join a circus. Following months of clowning around in the Japan Podshow studio, in the summer of 2009 they were fortunate to be invited behind the curtain at the world-famous Cirque Du Soleil (Circus of the Sun).

This video is the SHORT version of the FULL DOCUMENTARY at http://www.vimeo.com/5948592
See the documentary page at http://pokya.jp/japanpodshow/2009/08/cirque-du-soleil-tok...

Founded in 1984, this incredible company now has 16 shows running around the world in Las Vegas alone over 9,000 people witness the spectacle on a daily basis.

In the Autumn of 2008 Cirque Du Soleils first permanent show in Japan, Zed, opened to the public in a special purpose-built theatre next to Tokyo Disneyland.

Hearing rave reviews from friends, George and Joseph realised that this was their chance to learn about what goes on behind the curtain at Cirque du Soleil Tokyo, and perhaps to even try out their routine in a bid to get into the show. (less info)