dirac Posted February 17, 2020 Share Posted February 17, 2020 Ballet Idaho presents a new program. Quote Ashley Baker, a dancer and choreographer, said the performance includes a whole range of works ranging from "modern to classical and in-between." "It's just all over the map, which is really exciting, I think," Baker said. Link to comment
dirac Posted February 17, 2020 Author Share Posted February 17, 2020 Ballet West presents "Giselle." Quote Throughout the second act, the stage is full of fierce women. As the Queen of the Wilis, Myrthe is one of the most domineering female roles in the ballet canon. Allison DeBona was a powerful presence as Myrthe, while Emily Neale and Gabrielle Salvatto were captivating as her henchwomen, Moyne and Zulmé. Link to comment
dirac Posted February 17, 2020 Author Share Posted February 17, 2020 American Contemporary Ballet presents "Astaire Dances III." Quote To bring the ballet company up to speed on Astaire’s lightening-quick partner turns and footwork, Jones brought in ballroom and tap dance coaches to rehearsals. As a lifelong ballet dancer, [Joshua] Brown said it was important “being open to not knowing a step and going back to that learner’s mentality. It was humbling to say the least.” Link to comment
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