The talented student performers from the University’s prestigious Ballet Department will perform Stravinsky’s ‘Firebird,’ the iconic work based on Russian folk tales of a magical glowing bird that is both a blessing and a curse to its captor.
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Newly conceived and produced by Artistic Director Adam Sklute, The Sleeping Beauty arrives at the Capitol Theatre stage in time for Valentine’s Day.
This timeless tale of a sleeping princess, a handsome prince, and the triumph of good over evil is set to Tchaikovsky’s soaring music with spectacular sets and costumes designed by Peter Cazalet.
A must-see for you and your special someone.
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February 11, 12 14 & 16-19, 2011
Single Tickets go on sale Monday, January 10, 2011.
Group Tickets are on sale now for groups of 15 or more. Call 801-323-6900.
John Butler’s Carmina Burana –our most requested ballet by Utah audiences – is a thrilling collaboration between dancers, singers, and orchestra, set to Carl Orff’s heart-pounding score. Carmina Burana is paired with George Balanchine’s complex and inventive The Four Temperaments. Together, these two mid-Twentieth Century masterpieces create a powerful and emotionally stirring evening.
Presented by Ballet West
Choreography: John Butler
Music: Carl Orff
The Four Temperments
Choreography: George Balanchine
Music: Paul Hindemith
BYU Theatre Ballet will celebrate its 40th year by bringing the popular romance to life with original choreography by artistic director Shani Robison and live accompaniment of Sergei Prokofiev’s magnificent score by the BYU Philharmonic conducted by Kory Katseanes.
“The BYU Philharmonic will perform with BYU Theatre Ballet in a full-length ballet for the first time since the 1980s,” said BYU ballet faculty member Lynne Thompson. “That, coupled with beautiful dancing will add to the overall appeal of this classic tale that whisks audiences far away to the land of ‘happily-ever-afters.’ It’s a perfect fit for celebrating Valentine’s Day.”
An exciting addition to “Cinderella” that area royalty won’t want to miss will be the children’s “Prince and Princess Party” which will begin an hour before each performance in the de Jong Concert Hall lobby.
“Children can dress up in their prince and princess costumes to meet Cinderella, Prince Charming, the Fairy Godmother, and all of her fairies,” said Thompson. “Parents are welcome to bring cameras to take pictures with the dancers.”
*Past Event
Theatre & Dance Performances
BYU Theatre Arts
De Jong Concert Hall, BYU, Provo
Children’s Ballet Theatre presents MOLLY MOUSE’S SUGAR PLUM DEBUT in the Jeanne’ Wagner Theatre.
Molly Mouse’s Sugar Plum Debut is a delightful ballet choreographed especially for families with young children. Over 150 life-size mice scamper across the stage as Molly’s Ballet School prepares for their Holiday production of The Nutcracker. Beautifully choreographed to Tchaikovsky’s score, this is the perfect way to introduce children to the wonderful world of ballet.
A Birthday celebration for Molly Mouse will follow the Sat Dec 4th Matinee performance in the Rose Room. All Sat Matinee ticketed patrons are invited. Cake & Ice Cream will be served along with a special visit from Molly Mouse herself.
Past Event
Salt Lake County Arts & Culture Event Calendar
Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center
138 Broadway, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
CELEBRATE THE WONDER AND MAGIC OF THE HOLIDAY SEASON WITH SANDY’S OWN MOUNTAIN WEST BALLET AS IT PRESENTS THE TIMELESS CLASSIC THE NUTCRACKER
On opening night, the costumes are exquisite and hair and make-up are detailed to perfection. The lights dim, the curtain rises and the music sparks excitement, as the familiar notes fill the air. Both dancers and audiences delight in anticipation of the upcoming production of Mountain West Ballet’s 26th performance of The Nutcracker.
Mountain West Ballet is Sandy City’s community-based, non-profit ballet company. With dancers representing over 25 dance schools, colleges and universities throughout Utah, this community ballet will perform the tale of Clara and her handsome nutcracker prince come to life.
Complete with all the captivating charm The Nutcracker has offered audiences for generations, this special production will be performed December 10 – 20, 2010 at the Theater at Mount Jordan (9360 S. 300 E.) in Sandy. Friday, Saturday and Monday evening performances begin at 7:30 p.m., with Saturday matinee performances beginning at 2:00 p.m.
Sandy City Mayor Tom Dolan notes that, “Mountain West Ballet’s celebration of its 26th annual production of The Nutcracker is a gesture of the community’s commitment to our youth and the arts. We hope this tradition continues for years to come.”
The Secret Garden, an original ballet choreographed by Raymond Van Mason premiered in 2005, when it received rave reviews from dance critics and the audiences.
The ballet is based on the story by Frances Hodgson Burnett with the original musical score written by well-known composer Kurt Bestor. The ballet was conceived over twelve years ago by Mason and Bestor when they worked together on the ballet Seasons for Ballet West.
As Mason and Bestor collaborated on the work, they expressed how they wanted to bring the story of Mary Lenox, a bad-tempered, disagreeable child, who is sent to England to live with her uncle in a big, lonely, old house, after her parents die in India. She arrives a sour-faced, sickly little madam with a furious temper, but through her friendship with local Yorkshire lad, Dickon, and their discovery of a secret garden, soon becomes a happy and healthy girl. She shares her newfound love of life with her…
…then they work their magic on the garden, and in turn the garden works its magic on the children and everyone around them. Enchanting and illuminating, The Secret Garden is a richly imaginative story about the potential for transformation.
April 15-16 7:30pm
April 16 2:00pm
The Ballet Centre in Murray presents Snow White Fairytale Ballet
March 15, 2011 – March 17th at the Ballet Centre Theatre.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday at 7pm
Tickets $6
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