Firebird
with Stars & Stripes and world premiere of Fever Dream
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DateNov 3 - 11, 2023
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VenueJanet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre
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On SaleOn Sale Now
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Event Details
The tale of a powerful, mystical bird, a wistful dream for humanity, and a joyful expression of American pride. These three works celebrate the 60th anniversary of Ballet West’s artistry with magic and creativity, plus pomp and circumstance.
An original piece choregraphed by Ballet West’s founder, Willam Christensen, The Firebird, is based on the folktale of a magical, flaming bird set to the sweeping and colorful score by Igor Stravinsky. Fever Dream by newly-retired and long-term company artist Joshua Whitehead immerses the audience into a dream-like world. The quintessential Balanchine Stars and Stripes shows off pure showmanship and creative genius. You’ll be tapping your toes to the music of John Phillip Sousa, often referred to as “The American March King.”
Ballet West’s staging of The Firebird is beautiful and exciting … classical ballet at its best.
Broadway World
George Balanchine’s Stars and Stripes has all the pomp and circumstance of inaugural parades and Fourth of July fireworks.
The Washington Post
Ballet West Health and Safety Policy
Although masks are not required while attending Ballet West performances for the 2023-2024 season, we encourage patrons who wish to wear a mask to do so. If you are feeling unwell, experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, have been diagnosed with COVID-19, or have had close contact with someone diagnosed with COVID-19, we ask that you follow CDC quarantine and isolations guidelines and prioritize your health and the health of your fellow audience members and stay home. Ballet West reserves the right to change or amend the health policy for performances in the future.
Recommended Ages
Recommended ages 8 and up.
Firebird Show Information
Choreography
Willam Christensen
Music
Igor Stravinsky
Scenic and Costume Design
Ronald Crosby
Costume Design
David Hovel
Lighting
James Larsen
Masks
Logan Long
World Premier
October 25, 1967, Ballet West, Kingsbury Hall, Salt Lake City
Featuring the Ballet West Orchestra
Programs, artists, and dates subject to change.
Fever Dream
Choreography
Joshua Whitehead
Musical Composition
Joshua Whitehead
Utah Premier
November 2023
Featuring the Ballet West Orchestra
Programs, artists, and dates subject to change.
Stars and Stripes
Choreography
George Balanchine
Music
John Phillip Souza (as arranged by Hershey Kay)
Costumes
Karinska
Original Lighting
Ronald Bates
Lighting
James Larsen
World Premier
January 17, 1958, New York City Ballet, City Center of Music and Drama, New York
Choreography
April 9, 2010
Featuring the Ballet West Orchestra
Programs, artists, and dates subject to change.
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Casting
The Firebird casting
11/3, 11/9, 11/11 EVE
The Firebird: Katlyn Addison
(Prince) Ivan Tsarevich: Hadriel Diniz
(Princess) The Tsarevna: Emily Adams
(Evil Magician) The Kostchei: Dominic Ballard
11/4, 11/11 MAT
The Firebird: Amy Potter
(Prince) Ivan Tsarevich: Jordan Veit
(Princess) The Tsarevna: Kazlyn Nielsen
(Evil Magician) The Kostchei: Tyler Gum
Fever Dream casting
11/3, 11/9, 11/11 EVE
Hadriel Diniz, Jordan Veit
11/4, 11/11 MAT
David Huffmire, William Lynch
Stars & Stripes casting
11/3, 11/9, 11/11 EVE
First Campaign: Corcoran Cadets: Kristina Pool, with artists of Ballet West
Second Campaign: Thunder and Gladiator: Amy Potter, with artists of Ballet West
Third Campaign: Rifle Regiment: Tyler Gum, with artists of Ballet West
Fourth Campaign: Liberty Bell and El Capitan: Jenna Rae Herrera, David Huffmire, with artists of Ballet West
Fifth Campaign: Stars and Stripes Full Cast
11/4, 11/11 MAT
First Campaign: Corcoran Cadets: Jenna Rae Herrera, with artists of Ballet West
Second Campaign: Thunder and Gladiator: Katlyn Addison, with artists of Ballet West
Third Campaign: Rifle Regiment: William Lynch, with artists of Ballet West
Fourth Campaign: Liberty Bell and El Capitan: Emily Adams, Hadriel Diniz, with artists of Ballet West
Fifth Campaign: Stars and Stripes Full Cast
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