Alexei Ratmansky, the world’s most in-demand classical choreographer, creates a brand-new Cinderella for The Australian Ballet
Description
The world premiere of a newly imagined fairytale
Cinders is getting a brand-new dress! Alexei Ratmansky, formerly artistic director of the Bolshoi Ballet and now resident choreographer of American Ballet Theatre, is creating a new version of Cinderella on The Australian Ballet. Set to Prokofiev’s beguiling score and featuring Surrealism-inspired sets and costumes, this new Cinderella will be eagerly awaited both here and abroad. Ratmansky has been hailed as the saviour of traditional ballet, injecting fresh life into classical technique. His take on the original girl-made-good story promises true enchantment.
With thanks to Principal & Production Sponsor Telstra and Sponsor Napoleon Perdis
Genre: Full-length story ballet
Cinderella (2013)
Choreography
Alexei Ratmansky
Music Sergei Prokofiev
Costume and set design Jérôme Kaplan
Lighting design Rachel Burke
IMAGE: Leanne Stojmenov. Photography Georges Antoni. Make up by Napoleon Perdis
Pricing Information
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Performance Dates
*Post performance Q & A sessions follow the performances on Monday 9 December & Monday 16 December 2013.
Add to your enjoyment and understanding of The Australian Ballet’s productions by joining Artistic Director David McAllister and a panel of artistic staff and dancers as they answer your questions and offer an insight into the world of ballet.
Free to patrons who have purchased a ticket to Cinderella.
**A free pre-matinee music talk will precede the performance on Wednesday 4 December 2013, 12pm - 1pm.
In this free talk, Music Director and Chief Conductor Nicolette Fraillon and members of Orchestra Victoria will speak about the music you’re about to hear.
Registration required - through The Australian Ballet only by clicking here.
***A free pre-performance music talk will precede the performance on Friday 6 December 2013, 6pm - 7pm.
In this free talk, Music Director and Chief Conductor Nicolette Fraillon and members of Orchestra Victoria will offer insights into the composers, scores and magic of ballet music.
Registration required - through The Australian Ballet only by clicking here.
Reviews
“A new choreographer has come to light – and the dance world is a better place”
New York Post on Alexei Ratmansky