2008-2009 Season
The Tempest: November 7-15, 2008
"Be not afeard; the isle is full of noises, sounds and sweet airs that give delight, and hurt not." - The Tempest, Act III, Scene II
Out of the billowing waves of a storm, a ship appears and is split in half by the tempestuous fury of the magician Prospero. This breathtaking stage effect is worth the price of admission alone. But add to that dancers flying through the air, monsters, gods and goddesses and glorious dancing from the entire company and you get this spectacular Emmy-nominated ballet version of William Shakespeare’s The Tempest.
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For single tickets, call: 801-355-ARTS or visit www.arttix.org.
For groups of 10 or more, call: 801-323-6966
The Nutcracker: December 5 - 27, 2008
Utah's dazzling, evergreen holiday production.
The magical story of Clara and her Nutcracker-turned-prince has captured the imagination of generations of enthusiastic audiences. With the introduction of Adam Sklute’s artistic directorship last season saw refreshing energy and revitalized choreography of Willam Christensen’s beloved classic.
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
For single tickets, call: 801-355-ARTS or visit www.arttix.org.
For groups of 10 or more, call: 801-323-6966
Madame Butterfly: February 13-21, 2009
East meets West and drama meets dance as Ballet West premieres Madame Butterfly, February 13-21. Experience this haunting account of love and betrayal, devotion and sacrifice. Created by Australian choreographer Stanton Welch with stunning sets and costumes by Peter Farmer, this romantic tragedy is danced to Giacomo Puccini’s immortal score as arranged by John Lanchberry.
TICKETS ON SALE: Monday, January 5, 2009
The Treasures of the Ballets Russes: March 27 - April 4, 2009
Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of a company that revolutionized ballet and ushered in an unparalleled era of dance.
Join us as Ballet West celebrates the one-hundredth anniversary of the birth of a company that brought together some of the greatest composers, artists, choreographers and librettists ever assembled – the famed Ballets Russes. The Treasures of the Ballets Russes is an electrifying production of three works featuring the Utah premiere of George Balanchine’s The Prodigal Son.
TICKETS ON SALE: Monday, February 23, 2009
Innovations: May 14-23, 2009
Experience the cutting edge of creation and the thrill of a world premiere.
Ballet West’s season closes with our second annual Innovations program at The Rose Wagner Theater. The program includes Ulysses Dove’s fierce and fiery Red Angels, as well as a world premiere by the internationally renowned choreographer Nicolo Fonte.
TICKETS ON SALE: Monday, April 20, 2009
