Entertainment brand to perform opening show at the NBA All-Star Game.

Cirque du Soleil's special events and projects company 45 Degrees will create a five-minute opening show for the NBA All-Star Game on Feb. 14.

The show will be a unique tribute to basketball told through the lens of Cirque du Soleil with acrobatics, dance and technology.

“45 Degrees is proud to produce a unique performance during player introductions for the 65th NBA All-Star Game, the first ever to take place in Canada,” says Yasmine Kahlil, president, 45 Degrees. “It’s a thrilling opportunity to offer the international NBA community and fan base a jaw-dropping, never-before-seen-experience, powered by the magic of Cirque du Soleil. The theme, the music, the costumes and the various acts are all designed to celebrate everything that makes basketball great. Our team has created an exclusive experience for all spectators to enjoy.”