BON Luxury Theme Park, Future Stage of Cirque du Soleil’s LUDŌ
BON Luxury Theme Park, Future Stage of Cirque du Soleil’s LUDŌPhoto Courtesy of Grupo Vidanta

LUDŌ: Cirque du Soleil’s First Immersive Water Show in Latin America Debuts at VidantaWorld

Premiering December 12, 2025, LUDŌ Merges Aquatic Performance, Technology, and Gastronomy—Marking a New Era of Multisensory Entertainment in Mexico’s Luxury Tourism Landscape
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Source: Grupo Vidanta

Reported By: Matthew Kennedy

Cirque du Soleil and Grupo Vidanta Unveil LUDŌ at VidantaWorld Nuevo Vallarta

In a landmark collaboration between Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group and Grupo Vidanta, Mexico is preparing to debut LUDŌ, the first immersive resident water show in Latin America and Cirque’s most ambitious production since "O" in Las Vegas. Premiering on December 12, 2025, inside the BON Luxury Theme Park at VidantaWorld Nuevo Vallarta, LUDŌ is poised to reshape what live entertainment means—not just for Mexico, but for the global luxury traveler.

With over 300 annual performances already slated and extraordinary pre-sale demand, LUDŌ is more than an entertainment event—it’s a cultural milestone. The production brings together performance art, storytelling, immersive design, and high-concept dining, all within a custom-built, 27-meter-high circular theater inspired by the lotus flower. Designed to ensure full 360-degree visibility and enhanced acoustics, the venue itself is part of the spectacle.

Reimagining the Performance Space

Set within BON Luxury Theme Park, the first luxury theme park of its kind in Latin America, LUDŌ is both a statement and a spectacle.

“This isn’t just a show—it’s a full-sensory adventure that redefines what a night out can be. LUDŌ is the first step in a new era of entertainment, and it’s happening in Mexico.”

Iván Chávez, Executive Vice President of Grupo Vidanta

LUDŌ Aquatic Stage
LUDŌ Aquatic StagePhoto Courtesy of Grupo Vidanta

Thematically, LUDŌ (Latin for I play) explores the creative spirit through the journey of Ludovico, a theatre director who dives into a mystical cenote in search of lost imagination. Through water and memory, he embarks on a metaphorical rebirth—one shaped by poetic visuals, acrobatics, and emotion-driven storytelling.

“LUDŌ is a dream born from water. It’s a world where memory, imagination, and play float in suspension. Water is the heart of the story—the space where transformation happens.”

Michel Laprise, LUDŌ Writer and Director

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A Multisensory Experience, Anchored in Story

What sets LUDŌ apart from other resident shows is its seamless integration of culinary art as narrative. Guests are not merely spectators; they’re participants in an unfolding story told through flavor, texture, and design. Alexis Bostelmann, Executive Chef at Grupo Vidanta, has created a menu where each course parallels a moment in Ludovico’s journey, turning the act of dining into an extension of the performance.

This approach underscores Cirque du Soleil’s expanded creative scope.

“LUDŌ represents a bold evolution for Cirque du Soleil. Every element was created to push the boundaries of live entertainment—from immersive architecture to culinary integration. It’s a celebration of wonder as connection, and innovation as emotion.”

Daniel Lamarre, President and CEO of Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group

LUDŌ Luxury Theater Lotus Flower
LUDŌ Luxury Theater Lotus FlowerPhoto Courtesy of Grupo Vidanta

A New Cultural Epicenter for Global Audiences

LUDŌ launches as the flagship attraction at VidantaWorld Nuevo Vallarta, an entertainment and hospitality destination already reshaping Mexico’s Pacific coastline. Set along the Riviera Nayarit, VidantaWorld is a sprawling master-planned development that brings together luxury accommodations, theme parks, gourmet experiences, and world-class shows—crafted for international travelers seeking immersive leisure and meaningful spectacle.

Its BON Luxury Theme Park, the show’s home, will continue expanding with additional themed zones, state-of-the-art attractions, and concept-driven retail and dining, signaling Grupo Vidanta’s long-term commitment to turning Mexico into a global cultural powerhouse.

For those looking to experience LUDŌ, tickets are now on sale at www.cirquedusoleil.com/ludo. The show opens December 12, 2025.

As Mexico continues to grow its reputation for high-end cultural tourism, LUDŌ represents not just a new kind of performance—but a bold redefinition of what live entertainment can feel like when every sense is invited into the story.
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