the 2000 - 2001 season
Hansel and Gretel The NutcrackerDance Renaissance 2000Celestial Phoenix Peter and the Wolf

season calendars: 200020012002

 


Hansel and Gretel

October 21 2000
7:30 PM

Twichell Auditorium
Converse College

 

No childhood is complete without reading the Brothers Grimm classic Tale of "Hansel and Gretel." Perhaps the most profound of all Grimm Fairy Tales, it is about two heroic children in the most harrowing situation.

This strange and wonderful tale will come to life on stage with exciting choreography, magical sets and costumes in a production that will charm and captivate audiences of all ages.

The Nutcracker

Dec. 9, 2000 7:30 PM

Dec. 10, 2000 7:30 PM

Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium

No other ballet captures the wonder, the energy and the imagination of the child's world. Toys come to life and flowers dance before our eyes. The Nutcracker is a joyous dream in which anything is possible.

A tradition for generations, Ballet Spartanburg's Nutcracker is a heart-warming treat for every member of the family. Don't miss this great classic of fantasy with delectable scenery and colorful costumes in a production that sparkles with charm and goodwill.



Dance Renaissance 2000

May 5, 2000
7:30 PM

Twichell Auditorium
Converse College

In the new Millenium, Ballet spartanburg continues to bring high quality dance in performances that range from classical ballet to contemporary dance.

Celebrate with us as we honor Spartanburg's Renaissance Project in a performance that features breathtaking world-class dancers and innovative choreography.

This is a production that will truly inspire you and deepten your appreciation of dance, that unique blend of body and spirit which expresses emotion as no other art form can.


the China Dance Theater
of Guangzhou

presents

Celestial Phoenix

February 3, 2001
7:30 PM

Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium

Celestial Phoenix bursts forth with colorful costumes, enchanting sets and dancers that bring virtuosity and sheer excitment to the stage. The ballet, which combines classic western ballet with traditional chinese dance, is inspired by an ancient Chinese fairy tale.


 


Peter and the Wolf

Peter and the Wolf is full of youthful gaiety, wit and spontaneity. Sergei Prokofiev wrote this symphonic tale with the intent to teach children the instruments of the orchestra.

Delightful choreography, sets and costumes make this child's tale a truly entertaining and educational experience.



Ballet Spartanburg and its programs are supported in part by The Arts Partnership of Greater Spartanburg and its donors, the County and City of Spartanburg, and the South Carolina Arts Commission which receives funding from the National Endowment for the Arts.

 

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