Diavolo

The performers were all very talented, but if you were going to see them based off what you saw on America s Got Talent, you will probably be disappointed. It was much more dance and less acrobatics.

I guess they pulled out all the stops when they were on AGT. This was a lot of "modern dance" but the boat in the second half was great but still not a dramatic as they were on AGT.

Diavolo was good, short and LOUD! I've been to lots of loud concerts and shows, but this was so loud it was uncomfortable. I actually used my finger to plug my one ear for the first half of the show. I wish I had ear plugs. It actually took away from the show.

i have seen this highly athletic dance group a couple of times before, and had felt that as vibrant as they were as a company, their pacing could improve; that is ANCIENT HISTORY... This was a truly astonishing show. Such exquisite timing, work together, and enthusiasm and ENDURANCE i couldn't imagine the same dancers could possibly do a second act. and they were such extraordinary choreographies as well as executions. really, SEE THEM!

Amazing performance and show. Great and energetic dancing

The second act was one of the most elegant and incredible performance I have ever seen and worth every single dollar I paid. It was so amazing and the perfect mix of art and athletics. The only reason I do not give 5 stats is that the first act was very boring. I would go again just to see the second act (again worth it) but I would skip the first one.

This was my first time ever seeing Diavolo and it was truly amazing! The dancers move fluidly and fearlessly doing some pretty risky moves. High energy even in the slower routines and there was never a dull moment. Highly recommend.

Really amazing. Way more than just people jumping around - very poetic and beautiful. Was not expecting to be so moved.

We weren't expecting the spoken word aspect of the evening and were really disappointed with the incorporation of spoken word into the Diavolo "music."

Blah...the dancing was beautiful, but I just didn't get it. There were only two "acts" each lasting approximately 30 minutes (which I thought was kind of chintzy). The first act was VERY artistic, for lack of a better term. I had no idea what was going on. The 2nd act was much more modern with less of a hidden "story line", so a bit more enjoyable.

Honestly, the worst performance I have ever seen at the PAC. The dancers themselves are obviously talented at what they do, but there was no point to the performance at all. Everyone just waits for the fun or excitement to begin. We had a group of 8 and not one of us wanted to even think about it, although it did become a laughing joke for the weekend. Find a few kids and adults on the playground and they would be more entertaining. It's actually embarrassing to have spent the xmas money on this, and it's 2 hours I will never get back. The PAC always has great events, this is one it not one of them. Again, even if dancing or orchestra or whatever isn't your thing, the acts at the PAC always amaze; this does not.

It was boring, plain and simple. They did the same thing for too long. Like a broken record so annoying. I fell asleep, that's how boring it was. Also, they divinded the show into two. And had an intermission in between and NO ONE knew if they show was over. They didn't announce an intermission or said anything. Everyone was like - "that's it?" are we leaving? like everyone on my row in front and back was extremely confused. I had to get up and ask a clerk otherwise you wouldn't have known.

Diavolo's bold and skillful choreography keeps you spellbound throughout the performance. At times the dancers transform themselves into projectiles and there is constant motion combining ballet, jazz, modern and more. The dancers demonstrate a masterful control of their bodies, often leaving the audience spellbound. At times you want to shout, "I feel you!" because the performance speaks to you. Diavolo touches you, it's truly amazing.

This was a great performance. I am not sure what the others reviewers where expecting. Diavolo was artistic and innovative, with a lot of wow factors involved. We were able to talk to the dances after the event and that was amazing.

Diavolo did not compare well to other contemparary dance groups like cirque du Soleil

Horrible show unless you are very artistic. My wife and I left at the break.

The acrobatics and the stage props were overly interesting. The dancers, though technically savvy, were unable or incapable of expressing the emotional side of this performance. The music was just there. Pre-recorded. Added nothing to the pieces as you could not feel the music as you may have with a live pit orchestra.

At first I wasn't sure if the kids would enjoy the artistic quality of the performance and boy was I wrong. They all enjoyed the various acts from the teenagers down to our our 3 year old. It was unique and engaging and I was very impressed with both the artistic and athletic aspects of the performance.

At first I wasn't sure if the kids would enjoy the artistic quality of the performance and boy was I wrong. They all enjoyed the various acts from the teenagers down to our our 3 year old. It was unique and engaging and I was very impressed with both the artistic and athletic aspects of the performance.

Very disappointing 1hr (!) show. I will first say that I was enthralled with seeing them on the TV show AGT & was very excited with the expectation of seeing them in person. The three very simple dance sequences were just that, simple, lasting just 1/2 hr - nothing special about the dances or the music. Then there was a 20 min. break and they were back with another rather long and boring 1/2 hr of the same movements over & over. Again, nothing special at all for the entire show. And a very expensive show for what was delivered.

Nothing like what was on AGT. Mostly ballet and dance numbers. Overdone and very disappointing.

I think we were all expecting what we saw Diavolo do on America's Got Talent. It was more of a dance show. The entire first 1/2 was dancing with opera music. The second half was better more geared to what they did on AGT. The dancers and music were excellent but I was looking more for the excitement they did a AGT. Also Count Basie Stage I don't think was big enough for them to do some of thier acts.

We loved the show. It wasn t exactly like AGT, but that s understandable! The talent was amazing! Music was a little loud and muffled. That may be the venue though, hopefully they can improve it.

They started 10 minutes late, did 4 dances over 25 minutes, only one of which was interesting. They too a 20 minutes intermission. Came back with 30 minutes of the big rocking thing from AGT, which was cool, but eventually got boring. Then it was over. Too short for the price I paid for the ticket. It never was exciting. Disappointing

Had feeling, excitement, beauty and passion all rolled into to different performances! Highly recommend going to see them any time that you can!

Having seen Diavolo on AGT, I was excited about seeing a live performance. It was in town and somewhat affordable. After I purchased the tickets, a point of no return, I Googled Diavolo and to my surprise found them to be a long established troupe of over two decades in performance. Not the young talent I had assumed. I don't think I would have bought the tickets if I had known. So the day arrives...the audience finds out Diavolo has been to Springfield before and no one there knew. I appreciate dancing but I was hoping for some AGT bits and didn't get them. I cannot do what those dancers did. It's beautiful and breathtaking at points, but lacked what enthralled me about the AGT performances and did not include current popular music.

As most audience members I had seen Diavolo on AGT. I guess with limited time the act had to pull out all stops and present their best routine. I was expecting more acrobatics than dance. Loved the venue. Did enjoy the evening however just a little disappointed.

We went because we enjoyed seeing Diavolo on America's Got Talent but their show was not the type of talent they did for the talent show. They are so limber its unbelievable. So much energy that they generate on stage. The story they were giving us was very somber I guess its just not my type of entertainment . I would suggest before anyone goes check then out on You Tube and make your decision .

We saw their 25th anniversary show with the Veterans Project Part 2, and it was incredible. Modern dance, movable props that are constantly being used in different ways, flying bodies, and the Veterans Project Piece was so poignant. We would definitely see them again!

The first act bordered on boring. The second act was better.

We were very disappointed with this show. It was nothing like the performances they do on TV (AGT). There was hardly any of the jumping, spinning, leaping, catching, and other acrobatics, which is what we thought we were paying to see. The entire first act was so boring I literally almost nodded off. I don't even know how to describe it. The performers were on stage and moving in a choreographed way with props, but it wasn't even dancing. Movement is the only word I can think of. They would NOT have made it to the finals of AGT with this show. Not recommended at all.

We thought Diavolo was an amazing experience. You MUST see their art in motion!

It was one of the best shows that I have ever seen. I would give it a 10, the use of the props and the talent of the Diavolo dancers could not have been any better. A must see for anyone.

The act was NOTHING like what they had featured on America's Got Talent...a high school production at best. I couldn't wait for it to end. Those with me fell asleep.

I did not like the performance. I thought it was a waste of time and money. Very boring like watching paint dry.

We went to this show expecting to see the AMAZING DIAVOLO that we watched on America's Got Talent. What we got was boring, not entertaining, confusing and not at all what was sold to us on the commercials shown during America's Got Talent. If DIAVOLO had done either Cubicles or Passengers during the AGT show, they would never have gone past week one and I predict they would have gotten more than one 'X'. This crew was beyond amazing on AGT. We couldn't wait to see what they would do every week. This show was just plain disappointing. I would NOT recommend it and I can now understand WHY when they asked at the beginning of the show how many were back again from their first appearance at the PAC, I didn't see many hands go up at all. Ummmmm - boring perhaps?? There were 'tween's in the audience and I am pretty darn sure they had no idea what they were watching. You won't see me at another DIAVOLO show. Where was the flying, the movement, the wheel and the ark?? Just not entertaining at all. Couldn't wait for it to be over with......

I was expecting a little more variety in this show. When you look at the movement and the dancers, it was phenomenal. However, I was looking for more variety.

Mostly artistic dancing which was very good but not the set changes or acrobatics I recall from America s Got Talent

Diavolo | Architecture in Motion: L'Espace du Temps was a stunning visual experience, leaving the viewer in awe of the performers' grace and power. All the elements -- choreography, music, lights, costumes and the masterfully designed and engineered sets -- came together wonderfully, making the show truly memorable.

First off, my first time visiting CSUN's VPAC. What a wonderful venue!! As for Diavolo, I enjoyed the performance although it really didn't have that effect on me where I can sit here and write that it's a *must see* performance. I like the concept of making these architectural shapes be the focal piece for the dancers to perform upon. But the dancing itself didn't succeed where it needed to captivate you. Anyway, that's just my perspective. This types of performances can be very subjective.

The best way i can describe this was dance meets cirque, meets street, mets parkour! This was an amazing show! From the precision of the opening piece, Cubicle" to the exuberance and outright celebration of humanity in the second half which combined spoken word with street dance, acrobatics, parkour and more. What and amazing company of performers! Wonderful music , wonderful energy!

Diavolo continues to put the heart and soul of dedicated collaborators to create exciting and meaningful work. The dancers are phenomenally talented athletes and artists. The choreography so creative and meaningful.

Diavolo was breathtaking! 100% recommended! My favorite part was the second one, unforgettable!!!

We did not know what to expect. The unique experience was riveting. The time went by very quickly and the dancers were outstanding. Their athletic ability was demonstrated with precision and great excitement. The first act was thought provoking and the second act was mindboggling. We told everyone how remarkable the evening was. Great show.

Diavolo was fresh, energetic and contemporary. II had never seen anything quite like it.

Dubbing their type of dance "architecture in motion" doesn't tell the half of it. The world they explore will shake you up!

We typically see several matinee performances a year, many of which have been dance/acrobatic in nature. We always look forward to them, and our expectations are typically exceeded. Unfortunately, we cannot say the same for this event. The usage of the props was underwhelming. We felt the content and message of the urban poetry were at times inappropriate for an elementary/middle school performance. Probably most disappointing was the 20-30 minutes spent on watching audience members perform stretching exercises on stage. After waiting and hoping for a better turn in the program, we left with about 10 minutes remaining... Something we have never done or even considered before. It was a complete waste of our time and money.

I wasn't disappointed with the actual dance portion of the show, or with the venue, but I was disappointed that I had to sit through a "spoken word artist" for over a half hour total and...the intermission was 30 minutes long. I purchased tickets to see Diavolo, a dance company. I did not purchase tickets to listen to a spoken word artist and had I known that so much showtime was going to be devoted to said artist, I would not have purchased tickets. Spoken word art is not my thing and I would never pay to go see it. I feel I was deceived. I was also disappointed that more of the architectural props weren't used - probably due to lack of time.

Diavolo Dance Company was exceptional! A bit to much from the "special guests."