Previews begin on July 21 and the official premiere is Sept. 25, but Hollywood businesses are already planning what could become a lucrative – and long-running – attraction. well, at least that’s the idea. Cirque du Soleil’s “Iris,” which is being directed by Philippe Decouflé, looks at the history of movies through dance and acrobatics. the important point is that “Iris” will be at the Kodak Theatre on an ongoing basis, with plans for at least eight and as many as 10 performances a week. good news for a venue that has been dark much of the year (the show will go down about a month before the Academy Awards). Local restaurants and hotels are counting on a bump in business – the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel has announced a package that includes room, free breakfast and valet parking, and 25 percent off the regular ticket price. I’m sure there will be others.
