Ballet Rocks - Chilliwack Cultural Centre
Get ready for an extraordinarily unique experience when the immensely talented dancers of Ballet Victoria take stage in Ballet Rocks on October 19. Ballet will be redefined when a mix of classical music, rock n roll, mythology and poetry come together for the epic dance show that will leave you in complete awe.
Ballet Rocks pairs an eclectic mix of music by Roy Orbison, Jimmy Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd and Queen, with four Royal Winnipeg Ballet Alumni Canadian choreographers: the late Norbert Vesak, Gerard Theoret, Paul Destrooper, and Philippe-Alexandre Jacques. The evocative music in each piece provides a backdrop for varying social contemporary themes; explorations of gendered power, human connection, social stratification and more.
A cutting edge ballet company founded in 2002, Ballet Victoria has developed into a first-class professional organization with international recognition. They have produced an impressive 54 new works since opening and with former professional dancer Paul Destrooper as Artistic and Executive Director, Ballet Victoria’s productions possess a unique use of lighting and contemporary music to emphasize the emotions of the performance. Destrooper's choreography focuses on shaping seamless movements from the classical and contemporary vocabularies to reflect musicality and trigger a connection. His work is dramatic, inspiring, physical and often laced with a distinctive sense of humour. Ballet Victoria’s shows are electrifying while still keeping the timelessness of ballet; and the thrilling Ballet Rocks is no exception.
Ballet Rocks will showcase the works of four internationally renowned Canadian choreographers spanning three generations of talent and imagination. They celebrate both the classic and the new, showcasing the late Norbert Vesak’s masterpiece Belong. Emerging Canadian choreographer Philippe Alexander Jacques, based in Sweden, has created a new ballet set to a selection of iconic songs by Roy Orbison, while Veteran Gerard Théoret brings a new work, Ultra Lounger, filled with musical theatre flair and set to classic lounge music. Pulling it all together is Paul Destrooper who has choreographed to several Classic Rock Iconic pieces: Stairway to Heaven, Shine on You Crazy Diamond, We Will Rock You and more.
A supporter of community outreach programming Ballet Victoria is also offering an exciting masterclass on October 18 from 4:30 to 6:00 pm for ballet students 8-18 years of age. Students will enhance their skills and talent learning marvelous routines performed throughout the production alongside a professional dancer from Ballet Rocks. Participating in the masterclass also includes a ticket to the fantastic ballet later that evening.
Ballet Rocks will be at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre for one night only, and is a night of inspirational dance and music that no one should miss!
Ballet Rocks is coming to the Chilliwack Cultural Centre on October 19, 2019 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $35 for adults, $32 for seniors and $30 for youth, and can be purchased at the Centre Box Office, online at www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469).
