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Firebird

with Stars & Stripes and world premiere of Fever Dream

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Date
Nov 3 - 11, 2023
Venue
Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre
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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, 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.

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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
William 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

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Oct 20 - 28, 2023

Dracula

Yes! There will be FLYING VAMPIRES!

Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre

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Nov 3 - 11, 2023

Firebird

with Stars & Stripes and world premiere of Fever Dream

Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre

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Dec 8 - 27, 2023

Willam Christensen’s The Nutcracker

Presented by The George S. And Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation

Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre

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Thursday | Dec 21, 2023

Nutcracker Magic

A magical Children's Gala at The Grand America Hotel

The Grand America Hotel

Event Starts 11:00 AM

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Feb 9 - 17, 2024

Swan Lake

A must-see priority for every theatre-goer!

Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre

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Mar 29 - 30, 2024

Beauty and the Beast

Family Classics Series: Performed by Ballet West II & Frederick Quinney Lawson Ballet West Academy Students

Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre

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Apr 12 - 20, 2024

Love and War

with Blake Works I, Red Angels, and The Green Table

Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre

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June 5 - 8, 2024

Choreographic Festival VI

Asian Voices

Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center

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