*Matinee and evening shows added through January 7 due to strong demand*

VENTURA COUNTY, CA (Monday, November 13, 2017) #Odysseo – After weeks of enthusiastic anticipation, Cavalia Odysseo made its Ventura County debut on Saturday with a red carpet event in Camarillo. Under the gleaming White Big Top near US 101 & Santa Rosa Road, a captivated audience of 2,000 spectators of all ages were amazed by the unique blend of equestrian and performing arts, and mesmerized by state-of-the-art special effects. Sharing the magnificent stage with 50 riders, acrobats, aerialists, and musicians, the 65 majestic horses stole the spotlight during this unique theatrical extravaganza, which ended with rapturous applause and a standing ovation.

Many celebrities walked the pre-show red carpet, including actors Mel Gibson, Matt LeBlanc, Joe Mantegna, Luis Guzman, Al Coronel, Ever Carradine, Annie Wersching, Ryan Sands, Megyn Price, Kate Linder, Tiffani Thiessen, Christiana Leucas & Keith Coogan alongside TV personalities Jeannie Mai & Samantha Harris, Simple Plan lead singer Pierre Bouvier and musician Fonzworth Bently. More than 500 VIP patrons were treated to a delicious buffet and a variety of sumptuous desserts prepared by Cavalia head chef José Acevedo, in the Rendez-Vous VIP tent, where they also sipped on beer, wine, and champagne. After the curtain call, VIP guests were invited by Cavalia Creator & Artistic Director Normand Latourelle to an exclusive backstage and stable tour to meet the two and four-legged stars.

With more than 35,000 tickets already sold for the equestrian extravaganza Cavalia Odysseo in Ventura County, the producers are responding to strong ticket sales by adding four more weeks of shows to the limited run in Camarillo. Cavalia Odysseo will call Ventura County home through the holiday season with matinee and evening shows scheduled until January 7, 2018. Attracting audiences of all ages, Cavalia Odysseo makes a popular family outing and gift idea. Tickets to the newly added performances are now on sale and can be purchased online at www.cavalia.com or by calling 1-866-999-8111.

Cavalia Odysseo is a veritable revolution in live performance that makes hearts race. Audiences are transported on an epic journey to some of nature’s greatest wonders by this breathtaking production. Whether it is the agility of the acrobats, the enchanting score of the live band, or the majestic life-size merry-go-round, the cast and set of Cavalia Odysseo are inspired and inspiring, delivering crowd-pleasing wonders and stunts.

 Cavalia Odysseo’s mindboggling theatrical effects are as spectacular as they are numerous: a state-of-the-art video screen three times the size of the world’s largest cinema screens; a three-story mountain for dazzling perspectives; décor both intricate and grandiose that seems to pull the audience onto the gigantic stage, and a real lake made of 40,000 gallons of recycled water which magically appears for a splashing finale. In sum, the show creates places no one has ever seen before – places where one can feel the deep connection between horse and man.

TICKETS – Ticket prices range from $29.50 to $154.50 + applicable fees. For a memorable outing, the Rendez-Vous package offers the best seats in the house, a full meal buffet dining before the show, open bar, desserts during intermission and an exclusive visit to the stables after the show. This unique VIP experience takes place in a tent alongside the White Big Top. The Rendez-Vous package prices range from $149.50 to $269.50 + applicable fees. Special pricing and packages are also available for groups of 12 spectators and more. Tickets for Odysseo are available at www.cavalia.com/venturacounty/ or by calling 1-866-999-8111.

 ABOUT CAVALIA INC. – Cavalia Inc. is an entertainment company that specializes in the creation, production and touring of innovative shows. Founded by Normand Latourelle, the company reimagines the equestrian and theatrical arts. With its headquarters in Montreal, Cavalia Inc. is an integral part of Canada’s cultural heritage, and the largest Canadian-owned cultural enterprise. Its expertise in high technology, multimedia and special effects creates magical, unique, never-before-seen experiences. Its first show, Cavalia, has been seen by more than 4 million people across North America, Europe, Australia, the Middle East and Asia since its 2003 debut. Odysseo, the company’s second show, has toured to rave reviews and public acclaim since its 2011 premiere. Follow Cavalia’s latest developments at www.twitter.com/cavalia or www.facebook.com/cavalia #Odysseo

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