Cirque du Soleil is pleased to announce that the critically-acclaimed touring production Dralion will perform at the Halifax Metro Centre from May 2 - 6, 2012 for eight performances only.

Thrilling more than 8 million people worldwide since the show premiered in 1999, Dralion is the fusion of ancient Chinese circus traditions and the avant-garde style of Cirque du Soleil. The name Dralion (pronounced “Drah-lee-on”) is drawn from its two main symbols: the dragon, representing the East, and the lion, representing the West. Dralion derives much of its inspiration from Eastern philosophy with its perpetual quest for harmony between humankind and nature. The international cast features 52 world-class acrobats, gymnasts, musicians, singers and comedic characters.

Tickets go on sale Saturday, December 3 at 12 p.m. through Ticket Atlantic.