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Show TMsday, April U 19 THE DAILY HERALD, Pre, I tafc Pap C? Ballet West announces upcoming season Ait is in the air as Ballet West spans the emotions and offers romance, tragedy and comedy in its 1996-9season. Filled with .old favorites and exciting premieres, the season consists of two ballets, popular and diverse one-aworks, the traditional holiday production of The Nutcracker, and by popular demand, the return of Peter Pan as a special bonus addition to the 7 -- full-leng- th ct season. "With choreography from such diverse artists as George Balanchine, Frederick Ashton. Michael Smuin, Eddy Toussaint. V'al Caniparoli and Ronald Hynd, season represents a the 1996-9- 7 mixture of innovative and classical ballet that should delight ballet aficionados as well as those ho are relatively new to the art form,' said John Hart, Ballet West's artistic director. "From the opening performances of Romeo Juliet, to the season's concluding program featuring Requiem and The Dream. this season will most certainly showcase the talents of our extraordinarily gifted dancers." Romeo & Juliet will run September 27, 28, and October In past years, Romeo S Juliet was considered to be the signature piece of Ballet West. Historically one of the audience's ballet favorites, this emulates William Shakespeare's tragic story of love and hate. The exhilarating choreography of Michael Smuin, set to the haunting musical score of Sergei Prokofiev, combines with the elaborate costumes and scenery by William Pitkin to create a dramatic retelling of a tragic, young lose story. According to Hart. "Of all balletic versions of Romeo $ Juliet, Smuin's is. in scale, the one most suited to our company. The work has many beautiful, humorous, and dramatic moments, including ,a superb sword fight between the i 2-- 5. full-lengt- h dueling Capulets and Montagues." Divertimento So. 15, Bonjour Brrl, and a Caniparoli premiere will run November 8. 9. 13 - 16. One of Balanchine s earlier works. Divertimento No. 15 showcases the classical brilliance of the Ballet West artists. With the choreography of George Balanchine set to the music of W. A. Moart. this ballet in five movements is a perfect example of the choreographer's genius for creating a dance that seems inseparable from the music. Classical tutus by William Brewer compliment this very beautiful and lyrical ballet. Choreographed by Eddy Toussaint. Bonjour Brel is set to the music and songs of the French artist Jacques Brel. In this one-aballet two dancers trace the repercussions of love, alternating from grief to anguish, to gentleness then jazzy playfulness, and finally, to a quiet moment of affection. "I have taken the poetic lyrics of five of Brel's intense songs and transposed them into movement." ct roller-coast- er Toussaint said. The streamline costuming of William Brewer and the simple park bench and street light appropriately support the emotional impact of Toussaint 's contemporary choreography. Ballet West's resident choreo- Caniparoli will pregrapher sent another world premiere. He has choreographed three other world premieres for Ballet West, and his works have appeared in the repertory of major ballet companies throughout the United States. His choreography has been lauded by the New York Times as "emotional and theatrical." The Nutcracker will run December 6 - 28. Ballet West officially begins the holiday season December 6 w ;th the opening of its most pop Val Peter Pan is not be presented as part of the regular season, but as a subscriber benefit, current Ballet West 1996-9- 7 season subscribers will have the opportunity tc purchase the specially priced tickets to this delightful event before they go on sale to the gen- ular production. The Sutcracker. Enduring for over 100 years, the magical story of young Clara and her nutcracker turned prince delights the young, and takes the more mature back to the days when dreams still came true. Ballet West's Nutcracker, choreographed by William Christensen to Tchaikovsky's beloved score, is complemented by the enchanting sets and costumes by Ariel eral public. Requiem and The Dream will run April 18. 19.23-26- . In its final production of the season. Ballet West preMjnts two diverse ballets, each choen for their unique and appealing qualities. Ballif. Rosalinda will run February 7. 8. 12-1- 5. One does not usually associate the ballet with outrageous comedy; however, when Ballet West The contemporary Requiem. choreographed by Eddy Toussaint with costumes by Holly Highfill. is set to one of Mozart's most famous pieces and features a full chorus and orchotra. The ever popular and mvstical one-aballet The Dream is based on Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream, and is considered a Frederick Ashton masterpiece. Magic love potions, unrequited passions and happy endings make up the story line for this lush and whimsical piece, brought to life prents Rosalinda, the audience can expect an evening of laughter d entertainment. and Choreographed by Ronald Hynd to the waltzes, polkas and czardas of Johann Strauss, this ballet combines comedie antics with dazzling dance technique, offering a great theatrical introduction to ballet. According to Dorothy Stowe. "Ballet West's dancing and acting are at their best in Rosalinda." Set in the early 1920' s. Peter Docherty's sets and costumes for Rosalinda represent a time when... "men still brought out their dashing hussar uniform for formal occasions and women still wore stunning ball gowns." Peter Pan will run March 21. 22. 28 and 29. When Ballet West premiered Peter Pan in 1995. it was y described as. "A that and a ballet of flight fancy" but happy offers...nothing thoughts." Audiences at the Capitol Theatre were oerflowing. and many patrons found that an of amount overwhelming s advanced ticket sales left hard to find. In response to the many requests of our patrons. Peter Anastos magical trip to Never-NevLand returns to the Capitol Theatre, complete with pixie dust and hungry crocodiles. light-hearte- ct by the ethereal music of Felix Mendelssohn and the sets and costumes of David Walker. New subscription orders for season tickets are now being taken by Ballet West Subscriber Services Department and renewal notices to current subscribers have been mailed. Subscription season have prices to the 1996-9- 7 not been raised over last v ear's prices and range from $32 to S240 which is a 32 discount over single ticket prices. As a family-friendl- 'season special benefit, pre-ord- single-ticket- er er 0. pother Nature likes Dolly Parton, too JQBy SCOTT MCCAFFREY Newspapers SjKnight-Ridde- r PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. Along with just about everyone eTse. Mother Nature seems to have a soft spot for Dolly Parton. The heavens opened up with rain all morning Friday in this rur-4- l community that is home to the Dolly w ood theme park. But just before Dolly Amon arrived in a vintage Rolls-ftoyto promote the '96 season, the clouds disappeared and sunshine appeared as if on cue. The annual Dully wood parade, with Parton dressed to the nines as Mae West, also went off w ith perfect weather despite iarlier predictions of thunderstorms. ' Parton lopped the fliark in January, and Dollywood opened 10 years ago in her native county of Sexier, so it seems a good time for one of America's Iktl.lnvi1 ntrt lini'rs lii t:ik gpek of her life and future. ' Lately. Parton has spent most of her time in Los Angeles, packaging TV show s and her ow n specials. But she makes several annual pilgrimages back to Tennessee's Smoky Mountain country each year, and this time took questions on topics fans and the press deemed most important. So. heeeeere's Dolly: On tabloid reports of a divorce a8d $80 million settlement to her husband of 30 yeais: "I am not 1 getting a divorce ... S80 million? into I've all the got put money Dolly wood Boulevard (the newest attraction at the theme park). If I had $80 million. I'd buy all the tabloids and put a good picture of my husband right on the cover." On the upcoming Broadway-musica- l based on her film "9 to 5 ': "I will write the music. Maybe er ce half-centu- Auditions set for child performers Auditions for singers, dancers, models, spokespersons and novelty acts, ages boys and girls of all ethnic groups will be held April 24 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Salt Lake City's Cottonwood Mall next to the food court. Auditions for models or spokespersons will be asked to learn a short routine. Performers have up to four minutes to display their talent. Kids selected are for the new Weekly Kids Show held every Saturday at 3:30 p.m. at the New lighthouse Events Center next to from Cottonwood Ma". 6. Jf.C. Penney. w J. A fashion show with clothes from Gap Kids along w ith professional and local talent will be featured weekly along with plenty of door pries. balloons and gift certificates lo give away. For more information call Sheryl ai 278-3- 3 1.V I'll spend six weeks or so up there (acting)." On whether she's returning to the big screen: "I don't know when I'll be doing a feature film. like doing roles I can relate to. I might do (a "9 to 5" sequel) if we get a good script." d On her film as a moviegoer. "Well. 'Dr. Zhivago' e is one of my favorites." On reports she's planning on running for a seat in Congress from Tennessee: "As much trash as they dig up on me just being in show business, think about if I was in politics!" On what she's planning next: "I never know from one day to the next what dream I'm gonna wake up with." Parton performed a series of 1 best-love- all-tim- benefit concerts over the weekend to support her Dolly wood Foundation, w hich funds special pajects for the Sevier County schools. After comics Phy llis Diller and Dom DeLuise practiced their shtick to sold-ou- t audiences in the park's 1,700-se- Celebrity at The- atre, Parton took the stage with "Legends in Concert" Dolly look-ali- wind-lashe- d o Ho clovor hoadlino noodod. Thooo guys can blow thoir own horn. 3 33T sr 0 3 23: GLENN MILLED PVo courtwsv ct Pad Bmtm . Paul and Jodi Brewer, will be the entertainment at the Provo nogos Lions variety show along with ragtime musician, Lee Fugal. Tim-p- a Provo Timpanogos Lions' show to benefit charities The Provo Timpanogos Lions is having their annual Spring Fantasv Variety Show at the Orem High School auditorium on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. The performance will benefit Sight First, a program that supplies needy people with eyeglasses, and a local Boy Scout troupe w hose members are scouts with handicaps. Headlining this year's program will be magician Paul Brewer and ragtime piano specialist Lee Fugal. Brewer has delighted thousands with his unique combination of magic, music, dance, juggling and Club comedy. Brewer and his wife. Jodi. have appeared all over the L'nited Slates and recently performed ov er .500 sold out show s in Seoul. South Korea. 1 Fugal. w ho performs an upbeat musical comedy routine, can bring smiles and laughter to both young and old. Fugal has many performing credits which include national and international television appearances, special promotional appearances with Knott's Berry Farm and Disnevland and has yM':t r. Lee Fugal . recently returned from performances in Hong Kong and Singapore, i The public is invited to attend the show for a great afternoon of family entertainment. For ticket, information call Provo Lions Club at Tim-panog- 226-404- 6. presents Michael Ballam ke Saturday afternoon, though. Dolly's string of luck finally ran out. As she was riding through the car to v isit w ith park in an open-ai- r tourists, the heavens unleashed a downpour that refused to let up. A trouper. Parton continued along the route with a umbrella her only protection. , The Daily Herald and the Provo Arts Council In Concert Sandy Anderson for an improv ised duet of "Anvthing You Can Do I Can Better " O sub- The Nutscribers may cracker and Peter Pan tickets before they go on sale to the general public. For more information, please contact the Subscriber Sen ices 10 a.m. Department at 323-692to 5 p.m.. Monday through Si a native of Logan, has performed in concert halls major throughout America. Europe, Asia and the Soviet Union with command performances at the Vatican and White House. His operatic repertoire includes more than 600 performances of over 70 major roles. He has shared the stage with the world's greatest singers, including Joan Sutherland, Kiri Te Kanawa, Birgit Nilsson, and Placido Domingo. Performances with important opera companies such as the Chicago Lyric. San Francisco, Santa Fe, Dallas, Washington, Philadelphia, St. Louis, and San Diego have brought him national recognition. At the age of 24, Michael Ballam became the youngest recipient of the degree of Doctor of Music with Distinction in the history of prestigious Indiana University. He is a professor of music at Utah State University, and an accomplished pianist and oboist. Michael Ballam, Friday, May 10, 1996 6:30 p.m. & 9:00 p.m. Provo Tabernacle Admission $1 .00 Tickets available in Provo Mayor's Office 351 W. Center St., 8:00 A.M. 5:00 P.M. - Celebrate National Music Week May 6th - May 10th 7:00 PM Provo Tabemade International Music Night May 6th Free Sounds of the Centennial May 7th Free Spring Choral Festival May 6th Admission $1 .00 Evening of Opera May 9th Free V |
