<p><br /> Following their famous Las Vegas shows using music by The Beatles and Elvis Presley, Cirque du Soleil are to release a Michael Jackson spectacular.<br /> </p><p><br /> Initially going on tour before taking residency in Sin City in 2012, the show profits will be split between Cirque and the Jackson estate.<br /> </p><p><br /> This will go some way to recouping the rumoured debts left after Michael's death. The revenue from the This Is It movie and record-breaking album deal last year have also meant huge financial gains for the late singers' estate.<br /> </p><p><br /> Jackson's mother Katherine said in a statement: "Our family is thrilled that Cirque du Soleil will pay tribute to my son in such an important way."<br /> </p><p><br /> John Branca, co-executor of the estate added: "Having attended Cirque du Soleil performances with Michael, I know he was a huge fan. We are excited to be partners with Cirque du Soleil to give Michael's fans a truly unique way to hear, see and feel Michael's music."<br /> </p>
