The House of Dancing Water
Estrada Do Istmo, Macau SAR, China
It’s no surprise that the House of the Dancing Water was introduced to Macau by former Cirque du Soleil director Franco Dragone. Macau’s most spectacular show, staged at City of Dreams, features stunts, acrobatics, and elaborate choreography in a theater that uses as much water as five Olympic-sized swimming pools.
The Basics
House of the Dancing Water is performed in a 270-degree theater, where the first four rows of certain zones are considered splash seats. The show is completely nonverbal. Visitors can choose between two showtimes on most evenings, and tickets are divided into four categories based on their view of the stage. The performance tells the story of Coloane, a fisherman who is transported to a world of princesses, pirates, and an evil stepmother.
Things to Know Before You Go
The House of the Dancing Water makes for a great date night; it’s not recommended for children under age 6.
The show lasts about 85 minutes with no intermission.
It’s a good idea to book ahead; the show often sells out.
Don’t forget to bring a valid photo ID to collect your tickets at the theater.
How to Get There
The Dancing Water Theater is located at the Grand Hyatt Macau City of Dreams on the first level next to the Beijing Kitchen. City of Dreams offers a free shuttle service from several areas in the city, including the Macau and Taipa ferry terminals, and Macau International Airport.
When to Get There
The show is performed nightly on Friday and twice nightly Thursday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. Pick up your tickets at least an hour before the show to avoid queues, and plan to start looking for your seat about 15 minutes before showtime.
Behind the Scenes
Visitors will see a cast of 80 perform at the House of the Dancing Water. What they don’t see are the 150 others working backstage to make the show happen. The crew even includes scuba divers to help keep the performers safe when they’re performing stunts in and above the water.
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