Cirque du Soleil “ALIZÉ” – Berlin, Germany

Technical curtain solutions for atmosphere, darkness, and sound

With “ALIZÉ,” Cirque du Soleil presents a visually and acoustically precise show in Berlin, in which light, movement, and spatial design play a central dramatic role. The production thrives on strong contrasts, clear lines of sight, and strategically employed darkness—requirements that go far beyond those of traditional stage spaces and demand custom-tailored technical solutions.

Gerriets was responsible for supplying and integrating various curtain and track systems that contribute significantly to the show’s spatial impact. The primary goal was to reliably darken the stage and audience area while simultaneously enhancing acoustic effects, all with high operational reliability during daily performances.

• 10 STRATUS systems with widths of up to 4.20 m and heights of approximately 7.80 m, equipped with motorized drives including brakes, slack-band sensors, and double-layered curtains.
• 5 BELT-TRACK systems with a total length of up to 23 m, including curtains and hard-edge frames at the curtain ends.
• Various fly-bar systems with a total length of approximately 60 m.
• In addition, Gerriets supplied approximately 2,500 running meters of black drapery made from INFINITY BLACK, as well as additional black drapery made from BARCELONA. These elements played a central role in completely darkening the room and also contributed to the acoustic optimization of the show.