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NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet

Orpheum Theatre

Cultural Arts for Everyone (CAFE') Presents: An unforgettable afternoon with Misty Copeland, the first African American female Principal Dancer with the American Ballet Theatre. This special event will feature a moderated conversation with Misty, performances by local dance companies. Plus, there will be a screening of her short film FLOWER, a ballet-on-film that tells the story of a family caregiver struggling with housing insecurity in Oakland, California. FLOWER premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2023 and was screened at major film festivals across the United States, as well as at the White House. It was nominated for an NAACP Image Award. Copeland will conclude the afternoon in intimate interview on how to explore how ballet can grow and evolve to meet this moment.

An Afternoon With Misty Copeland

Cannon Center For The Performing Arts

A highly anticipated culminating performance which features more than 300 students from the Collage Dance Conservatory who train in ballet, tap, jazz and West African dance. This historically sold-out performance is an awe-inspiring opportunity to witness and invest in the promise of Memphis area youth.

A Collage Of Classics

A program of contemporary ballets kicks off the spring ballet season. Spring Mix celebrates masterful and diverse choreography with works from both emerging and celebrated choreographers. Christopher Wheeldon's Within the Golden Hour is just one of the incredible works featured in an evening of three short but dynamic ballets, similar to a collection of short stories.

Spring Mix

Phoenix Convention Center

Podcast link: https://youtu.be/4hagYvrYbuM

The Artelize Podcast and Kasper Holten - Pedefining Opera for the modern world

Podcast link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d36M5Hi6O80

The Artelize Podcast - A legacy of innovation in Opera: Celebrating Marc A. Scorca

Podcast link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59E40S_EQSY

The Artelize Podcast: A love letter that was never sent

Podcast link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THv6htilWtI

The Artelize Podcast and Adolfo Corrado: Mediterranean flavors, opera and social media

Join us for the World Premiere of The Great Gatsby Ballet! Step into the jazzy world of the Roaring Twenties with this new production of the World Ballet Company. See the glitz, glamor, and tragic romance of F. Scott Fitzgerald's timeless novel LIVE on stage, featuring a multinational cast of 40 professional ballet dancers, all-star creative team, lustrous hand-crafted costumes and lavish groundbreaking sets. The original score evokes the energy and atmosphere of the 1920s. About the Company: Based in Los Angeles, and led by Sasha Gorskaya and Gulya Hartwick, the World Ballet Company presents the most beloved and iconic ballets of our time in cities nationwide. Driven by the belief that ballet is for everyone, performances appeal to newcomers and seasoned ballet goers alike. The company attracts many international artists and comprises renowned professional dancers representing over ten countries. Duration: 2 hours w/ i20 min intermission For ages 8 & over

World Ballet Company: The Great Gatsby

Dance Theatre of Harlem is a leading dance institution of unparalleled global acclaim, encompassing a professional touring company, a leading studio school, and a national and international education and community outreach program. Each component of Dance Theatre of Harlem carries a solid commitment towards enriching the lives of young people and adults around the world through the arts.

Dance Theatre of Harlem

**American Roots at Ballet Memphis: A Celebration of Americana Music through Dance**

Join Ballet Memphis for an unforgettable journey into the heart of Americana music with their latest production, "American Roots." This captivating event is set to take place at the Crosstown Theater from April 19-21, 2024, promising an evening of exceptional dance and live music.

**About the Event:**

"American Roots" follows the resounding success of Ballet Memphis' 2022 production of SOUL, bringing to the stage a new and immersive theatrical experience. This production showcases the choreographic talents of Alia Kache, rehearsal director of the Ailey II company, alongside Ballet Memphis' very own Julie Niekrasz and Brandon Ramey. Together, they weave a tapestry of movement and music that celebrates the diverse and dynamic landscape of Americana music.

**Live Music and Dance:**

The performance is set apart by its live musical accompaniment, featuring the renowned Stax Alumni Band. Their vibrant renditions of Americana music serve as the perfect backdrop for the dancers' expressive movements, creating a synergy that captures the essence of American dreams. This unique collaboration promises not just a show but an experience, inviting the audience to feel the rhythm and perhaps even dance along in the aisles.

**Event Details:**

- **Dates:** April 19-21, 2024
- **Venue:** Crosstown Theatre
- **Duration:** Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes
- **Special Features:** Live music by the Stax Alumni Band, new works by rising choreographic stars

**Tickets and More Information:**

Tickets for "American Roots" are now available. Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate the spirit of Americana through the universal language of dance. For tickets and more information on this and other Ballet Memphis events, please visit the official Ballet Memphis website.

Experience the diversity, energy, and beauty of American music and dance at "American Roots." It's more than a performance; it's a celebration of the American spirit.

American Roots

Crosstown Concourse

Satisfy your craving for the new and unexpected at Contemporary Moves. Ballet Arizona presents an evening of daring works by Ib Andersen, Paul Taylor, and Nayon Iovino.

Contemporary Moves

**The Nutcracker Ballet by Ballet Memphis**

**Dates:** December 9-10 & 15-17, 2023  
**Venue:** Orpheum Theatre  
**Duration:** Approx. 2hrs  
**Tickets:** Available Now

This holiday season, immerse yourself in the magic of "The Nutcracker," presented by Ballet Memphis. Choreographed by Steven McMahon, this production breathes new life into the nearly 40-year tradition of bringing the joy of the Nutcracker to the Mid-South community. Experience an enchanting evolution of set and costume design that adds a fresh vibrancy to this classic story.

Join us as we follow the journey of a young girl transported to a sweetly nostalgic riverside and a whimsical confectionary dreamland. Ballet Memphis' latest rendition of this beloved American holiday tradition is set to captivate audiences with both familiar and unexpected delights.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our production sponsors, AutoZone and Raymond James, for their generous support. Additional backing is provided by the National Endowment for the Arts, ensuring this season's Nutcracker is more enchanting than ever.

Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate the holiday season with a performance that promises to enchant audiences of all ages. Secure your tickets now for a magical experience that will leave you spellbound.

**Sponsored by:** AutoZone, Raymond James, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

The Nutcracker

**Event Description:**

**Title:** A Midsummer Night's Dream featuring In Dreams by Ballet Memphis

**Dates:** October 13-15, 2023

**Venue:** Playhouse on the Square

**Duration:** Approx. 2 hours

**About the Event:**

Ballet Memphis proudly presents a captivating double bill that intertwines the ethereal with the real: "A Midsummer Night's Dream" choreographed by Mark Godden and "In Dreams" choreographed by Trey McIntyre. This unique pairing offers audiences a spectacular journey through comedy, errors, dreams, and reality, all explored through the expressive medium of ballet.

**A Midsummer Night's Dream:**
Dive into the whimsical world of Shakespeare's iconic play, reimagined by choreographer Mark Godden. This comedy of errors, where dreams and reality collide and fairies meddle in the affairs of mortals, is a story about creation, transformation, forgiveness, and love. Godden's distinctive comedic storytelling, showcased through Ballet Memphis' original commission, "Angels in the Architecture, A Distant Glimmer," brings wit and sensitivity to the stage, promising an unforgettable ballet experience.

**In Dreams:**
Choreographed by the masterful Trey McIntyre and set to the passionate voice of Roy Orbison, "In Dreams" is an intimate and powerful ballet that delves into the heart of American dance. This piece, deeply tied to Ballet Memphis' reputation as an interpreter of new American dance, has captivated audiences nationwide, including performances at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, and Joyce Theater in New York City. "In Dreams" is an audience favorite, celebrated for its emotional depth and the virtuosic interpretation of Orbison's music.

**Tickets:**
Don't miss this extraordinary blend of dream and reality, brought to life by the talented dancers of Ballet Memphis. For tickets and more information, visit the Ballet Memphis website.

Join us at the Playhouse on the Square for a magical experience where the boundaries between dreams and reality blur, and the art of ballet tells timeless tales of love, mischief, and transformation.

A Midsummer Night's Dream featuring In Dreams

Playhouse on the Square

We close the season with the storybook classic, Cinderella. Choreographed by Steven McMahon and featuring a sublime score by Sergei Prokofiev performed by the Memphis Symphony Orchestra, young and old alike will be enchanted by this timeless tale.

Cinderella

Dance is love in motion. Winter Mix: Love Songs/Love Stories explores the complexities of love through three pieces, including a performance of Gerald Arpino's renowned classical work Birthday Variations set to the music of Giuseppe Verdi. Short Trip Home, by director and choreographer Garrett Ammon, features music composed by Edgar Meyer and Joshua Bell performed by bluegrass musicians Sam Bush and Mike Marshall. It is a story of family dynamics, marriage, parenthood and witnessing children find new love as they create their own place in the world. Finally, Marcus Jarrell Willis, currently the Resident Choreographer from Ballet Cymru in Newport, Wales, has imagined an exciting new work to premiere at Winter Mix with a very carefully curated song list focusing on love and relationships. Don't miss it!

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