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Show Sunday, January 21, 1996 THE DAILY HERALD, Provo, Utah YU to oresent 'Ballet in Concert' JBrigham Young University's TSeater Baliet will present one Utah premiere and two world premieres during its annual Ballet-iin the de Jong Concert Feb. Cpncert Hail. The evening performances begin at 7:30 p.m., with a Saturday mklnee beginning at 2 p.m. $7 for the public and $6 for students, faculty and children. Tfckets may be purchased at the Fine Arts Ticket Office, The Theater Ballet will the contemporary "Pas de Dpux a Trois" and the delicate '"Blue Heart" choreographed by company director Mark Lanham. "Danse Macabre" choreographed bj former New York City Ballet's Lisa Hess will also be introduced -3 - Tick-etsa- 378-432- re 2. pre-mje- re to Utah audiences. "An intriguing study in relationships. 'Pas de Deux a Trois' was OBginally presented as a series of d'ieii" said Lynne Thompson of tlje BYU ballet faculty. The piece hgs'recently been expanded into a George Ba'anchine's ballets. Her vast experience in the professional dance world has given her a depth in choreography that is displayed well in the fascinating "Danse Macabre," according to Thompson. Set to music by Saint Saens, "Danse Mascabre" provides an interesting and contrast. To entertain the traditional ballet audience, BYU Theater Ballet will present the classical "Pas de Quatre.' Originally choreographed in 1845 by Jules Perrot to music by Cesare Pugni, the work is a romantic virtuoso piece that featured the four leading ballerinas of the day Maria Taglioni, Fanny Cerrito, Carlotta Grisi and Lucile Grahn and showcased their exquisite technique in one ballet. "Perrot carefully created a masterpiece to highlight the individual talents of each dancer," said Thompson. "The competitive spir- ballet set to fully abstract one-asolo piano selections composed and performed by David Benoit. Choreographer Mark Lanham, formerly with the San Francisco Ballet, the Royal Winnipeg Ballet and Ballet West, will perform in the ballet. "Blue Heart," also choreographed by Lanham, is a dreamlike vision augmented by simple white costumes and exquisite lighting. The random structure of this style ballet is enhanced by the music of Adrian Schapoc-hniko- v performed by BYU faculty members Donna Fairbanks on violin and Lysa Rytting on harp. "The artistry and technique of the dancers helps to weave the magic of this piece," said Thompson. Lisa Hess Jones, formerly a principal dancer with New York City Ballet for 10 years, is a guest choreographer for BYU Theater Ballet. She toured internationally and performed in virtually all of ct ; fast-movi- neo-class- ic - it Book signing Friday at Barnes and Noble I Edwards Poelman wjli'be signing her book Since Stephen: A Parent's Examination of Reality at Barnes and Noble in Qrem, Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. ? After the death of her son in 191 Poelman examined each personal belief, assumption, and hope left in her as she confronted the attitudes of others towards her and her son. Since Stephen is the articulation of that scrutiny. Combining the narratives of one youth's suicide and one adult's quest for Since Stephen understanding in context, and suicide explores recognizes it as part of the larger issue people face when they battle .with their private agonies isolated from' the help of others. Since Stephen is one woman's sensitive and compassionate plea for shared understanding. Poelman currently serves on the Catherine -- of the ballerinas as they exit the stage definitely lends a touch of humor to this classic restaged by BYU faculty member Yi Chi Cheng." Volunteer Services Corps Board at the Shriners Hospital Intermoun-tai- n Unit, an orthopedic center for child patients from Mexico and the mountain west. She graduated from the University of Utah with a B.S. degree in history and English, and pursued postgraduate studies in Spanish to facilitate her work at Shriners. She furthered her studies in writing after the death of her son, and in psychology to work on an adoption study that is now in The Storybook Players will be performing at the Lakeview" Stake Center at process. A native of New York City, Catherine attended Wasatch Elementary and B.Y. Junior High School in Provo while her father was a vice president at BYU Poelman currently lives in Salt Lake City. , She an4 her husband Lloyd are . the parents of nine children. 1850 S. 400 West in Orem. This is a condensed and shortened version of the Broadway musical Annie written by Thomas Meehan. It has been adapted for youth theater and younger audiences. Approximate running time is 80 minutes. With music by Charles Strousse . Accomplished dancers and beginners alike can dance the night dway at "A Night in Old Vienna," a concert and dance hosted by Utah Valley State College's Orchestra and Ballroom Dance team, Jan. 29 at UVSC. ' The event will fea-- 1 ture live Viennese dance music provided by the UVSC orchestra, conducted by Terry Hill. Dance instruction by Scott Asbell, director of the UVSC ballroom dance semi-form- al and The Hale Center Theater in Orem announces auditions for its iipcoming musical, Fiddler on Vie Roof. Play dates for the production are April 18 through ' June 10. ;i All roles will be double cast. Auditions will be held Saturday beginning at 9 a.m. All roles are open for those 14 years of age and older. Those auditioning will be Required to sing approximately 16 ; . By LAUREL BRADY Special to Th8 Daily Herald ' Salem resident Joe Graves is tfojming a theater group for all interested persons living in the south Utah County area. Graves has extensive theater experience, having worked at the Lagoon Opera House, Davis High School ;jnd in Park City. Graves also :;aught drama at the University of ; - ;j and in Salem Graves' goal for the Salem group is one major production a year. He encourages anyone with interest in any aspect of theater, including makeup, directing, acting, costumes, lighting, etc., to 423-303- 2. "It's a great form of expression," Graves explains enthusiastically, adding he hopes to see the group involved in local celebrations, particularly during fids Centennial year. Utah Arts Festival to al! artists open - ( I TV ' . 1 JO Artists are selected by a jury on the basis of four 35mm slides with their nnnlication. Notification of the jury's decision iwifl be mailed by Friday, March I0;'1996. ? H Contact Lenses Disposable contact lenses 21.95 per box (six lenses) Daily wear and flexible wear contact lenses starting at $39 per pair Applications, slides, and a non refundable $20 jury fee are due in the festival offices no later than 5:00 p.m. on Feb. 16. AoBlications are available and Wnpslions may be directed to the loa festival offices at 322-42West 500 North, Salt Lake City, . Ask and optician and get OPTI-FRE- E System Kit by ALCON IYI tXAMS 8, fJtah 84103. Choose any frame up to $149 with clear plastic single vision lenses. Bifocals and other lens options extra. Cannot be combined with any other offer or vision care plan. See optician for details. SI Powmown... VISION CARf PLANS OV'tRNIGHT Sf RVICt 5ZOIVII 579-701- Cottonwood ... University Mall ... Valley Frtir ... ... 546-504- 8 riasdng Elegance' Floral Compound 0i AH Green Leaf Sachets Roined LandleS s H Floral Marbles Oe Floral Spray 1 " Pin it Up" (Unpainted) I i- - . 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All Wilton curling Eyeglasses $99 323-690- Single Stem Silk Flowers Plaque Spray ; the show You" JFinishes ? mm "I Love f .i The 20th Anniversary Utah kits Festival will be held June 27 through June 30, 1996. at Triad ,'Center in Salt Lake City. The 1996 lUtah Arts Festival will feature an 'mists- marketplace, performances pn four stages, an art exhibition, a children's art yard, food and drinks from around the world and much more. For more information, contact fiiia mmi 226-907- Utah and Utah State University. contact him at ' i 226-860- 7. WV 4 H-- heart-warmi- bars of music provided by the theater. Accompaniment will also be provided. No taped music please. Those auditioning must also read cold from the script. Auditions are by appointment only. Those interested in auditioning 0 should call the theater at to schedule an appointment and to arrange for advance copies of the Jheater group being formed 323-690- (2787). S Martin watch the musical featuring the very lovable redheaded Annie, played by .Christine Merrell and, McKenzie Lawyer. Daddy Warbucks is played by 12- -' year old Merrel Sheffer, who shaved his head for the part, and James Dodd. Admission is free with this newspaper article and no one under 16 is admitted without an adult. There are only 100 seats available per performance. House opens 30 minutes before the show. 3 Call from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for more information. Interested future actors may leave a message with name, address, age and phone number. The group is open to anyone living in the Lakeview area. Storybook Players under the direction of Adriana Cassani consists of youth and teens living in the Lakeview area. They have been working for three months on this production, their third show. The teens form the production team for this group. The following are assisting as assistant directors, music and sound specialists, choreographers, tech team, stage manager, prop personal, etc. They are Christine Andersen,-Jaand Nicole Eyring, Collen and Matt Dalton, James Dodd, Stan McBride, Benjamin and Nick Sheffer. .the-Marc- Sale Starts Monday January 22nd and ends Saturday January 27th and Come Dancers interested in joining Ballet West's 1996-9- 7 season,.but to attend who 24 audition, should send d resume and video tape to Ballet West, 50 W. 200 South, Salt Lake City; Utah 84101, or call David Tompkins at All Ballet West dancer appli, cants must be an American citizen,' or have a current INS working visa. ; Ballet West at family. 2. audition music. Richard Melany Wilkins will direct. by 6T are-unabl- 355-ART- Pro-Pa- 12 ot4 d Stencil Creme Sanding by Delta Sponges I II FA. ii V j IMMnti mmi VTA jui : IjfcliliMirWBnjMtH.iiiMMain 111 jv" tnr, , i , ' j g IL.j All Baskets umc Embroider Floss tfMLi j 1 ct.iear Plastic Canvas Ifie Beat Competitors' Must be on items of identical brand and size, orT or clearance sales do not apply Percent ' ' ' ' Ballet West has a height requirement of 5'3" to 5'7" for ' for men. ladies and 5' 10" to Dance! s wishing to audition should bring a photc and a resume, A fee of $10 will be charged for the audition class. family. Capitol Theatre is located at 50 West 200 South, Salt Lake City. Tickets cost $10 to $45 with VIP seating available. Single tickets are on sale now at ArtTix, the Capitol Theatre Box Office, and at all Albertson's ArtTix outlets. Tickets may be charged by calling ArtTix at Choreographed by Ben Stevenson and set to an event for the toe-tappi- Hale Center Theater holds auditions ' life-lik- Charmin this is sure to be a team, is included in the $3 admission price. Participants will be taught the Viennese Waltz and other ballroom dances from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Open dancing will continue until 9 p.m. when the UVSC ballroom dance team will perform. Refreshments will be served. ' Tickets will be available at the door, at the Student ID Center and at the UVSC Theatre Ticket Office. For more information call the Theatre Ticket Office at 222-89S- lyrics award designer winning Desmond Heeley. Audiences will delight in the vivid colors of Act I and in the spectacular workshop of Dr. Coppelius in Act II, where Heeley "pays homage to the era when automatons, or mechanical toys, were the rage in Europe." Ballet West's splendid new production of Coppelia is perfect entertainment for the whole ous toy maker Dr. Coppelius, and his greatest creation: Cope that the pelia, a doll so the of she think village people is the doctor's daughter. The plot thickens when Franz is smitten by Coppelia, Swanilda finds the doll, and Dr. Coppelius tries to bring Coppelia to life by transferring Franz's life forces into her. Storybook Players present Annie: The Junior Broadway Version on Friday at 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Saturday at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. The Artistic Staff of Ballet West will hold an open audition for company dancers Sun., March 24 in Salt Lake City. The audition will be held at the Capitol Theatre, third floor, 50 W. 200 South, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for both ladies and men. ; score by Leo Delibes, the new production has been brought to life by Tony Considered the great comedy of classical ballets, Coppelia tells the story of Swanilda, her fickle fiance Franz, the mysteri- L performed to be in March enchanting Capitol Theatre, Ballet West will present the Utah premiere of Ben Stevenson's production clasof the nineteenth-centur- y sic Coppelia. The production will run for ten performances, closing Sunday, Feb. 11. 'Annie' to be UVSC to host Viennese dance, concert 1 .... . Dancer auditions Ballet West to present 'Coppelia,' a doll's story On Friday, Feb. 2, in the Page D3 All Doilies j JSr . |
