A pair of government-issued penalties have reminded of the human risk of Cirque du Soleil’s acrobatic artistry. Las Vegas’ predominant production company has been cited for two “Serious” violations in an incident that has sidelined an experienced, accomplished artist in its flagship show.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has leveled $31,250 in fines from the accident in “O” at the Bellagio on June 28, in which Cirque artist Kyle Mitrione was seriously injured.
The penalties were $15,625 apiece, OSHA’s maximum fine for an on-site work violation.
For context, “O” grosses about $250,000 per show, 12 shows per week, selling more than than 90 percent of its 1,800 seat theater.