Ohio Dance Theatre, Northeast Ohio's professional ballet company opens its' 2013 season with ODT Artistic Director Denise Gula's adaptation of the classic fairy tale, Cinderella.
Full of enchanting moments, vibrant dancing and visual appeal this beautiful, romantic and sometimes comical adaptation will sweep audiences off their feet when it returns to Stocker Arts Center, September 29, 2:00pm. Stocker Arts Center is located on the campus of Lorain County Community College, 1005, N. Abbe Rd., Elyria, OH.
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Adapted from the Brothers Grimm fairy tale and performed to Sergei Prokofiev's beautiful score, the ballet tells the story of a young girl who is treated cruelly by her stepmother and ugly stepsisters. With the help of her fairy godmother, she is magically transformed and attends the royal ball where she attracts the attention of the handsome prince.
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The company last performed Cinderella in 2003 but audiences will be treated to a freshly updated version according to Ms. Gula. "Often with full length ballets it's good to have some distance." stated Gula. "After all, the choreographer is just another kind of storyteller whose audience is treated to the vision the choreographer sees. There's certainly an intimate relationship between yourself and the dances you put on the stage", reflects Gula. "Like any relationship, it's always evolving, changing and hopefully growing," continued Gula. "A lot of the choreography has been reconstructed. There is more dancing and I think there is a better balance between characters."
Tickets for Ohio Dance Theatre's production of Cinderella can be purchased on line at Stocker Arts Center. Or by calling the Box Office at 440-366-4040 or 800-995-5222. Tickets $20-$30. This performance is made possible in part with public funds from the Ohio Arts Council, The Nord Family Foundation and the Community Foundation of Lorain County.
Currently celebrating its 21th Anniversary season, Ohio Dance Theatre, Northeast Ohio's professional ballet company presents classical and contemporary works with a strong theatrical element. Ohio Dance Theatre's principal artistic goal is to encourage the growth and support of serious dance through the presentation of exceptional performances, instruction and educational programs that enhance the community's quality of life. Ohio Dance Theatre receives operational support from The Ohio Arts Council and the Nord Family Foundation.
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