(top) Cirque du Soleil's  trademark blue and yellow 'Grand Chapiteau' (big top) on its opening day at Santa Monica Pier on Friday, October 16, 2009. (above) A KOOZA banner flies above the Grand Chapiteau during its premier on Friday, October 16, 2009. The Grand Chapiteau stands 66 feet high, 167 feet in diameter and is supported by four masts, each 80 feet tall. The Big Top seats 2,555 people in a climate controlled  environment. The Big Top raising requires a team of approximately 80  people. The entire site set-up takes seven days and includes the installation of the Tapis Rouge VIP tent, entrance and rehearsal tents, box office, administrative offices, and a kitchen and dining area for cast and crew. The “village” is transported from city to city in 50  tractor trailers.