ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET 2009 - 2010 WINTER SEASON
Aspen Winter Season Tickets on sale October 13th
ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET'S THE NUTCRACKER
December 5, 2:00pm & 7:30pm
December 6, 1:00pm & 5:00pm
Aspen Santa Fe Ballet’s presentation of The Nutcracker is a magical journey not to be missed. Children of all ages will marvel at this sumptuous production with its magnificent sets and thrilling dance with a cast of over 60 dancers, actors, and circus artists. Year after year, families cherish this whimsical holiday tradition.
“This beloved tradition comes around once a year but creates lifelong memories.”
–The Aspen Times
PILOBOLUS
January 19 & 20, 7:30pm
Bridging pop culture and cultural arts, Pilobolus is an inventive modern dance company renowned for its mix of innovation, humor and drama in movement. The company has appeared at three Olympic opening ceremonies and received worldwide exposure with their performance at the 2007 Academy Awards. One of Aspen’s favorite dance companies, Pilobolus stretches the mind and body to the very limits of its potential. A must-see this winter!
“Grace meets physical agility to create movement that is as lyrical as it is astonishing.”
–The Oregonian
ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET
February 12 & 13, 7:30pm
Encore Presentation: March 6 7:30pm
For over a decade, Aspen Santa Fe Ballet’s unique signature style has earned glowing reviews and enthusiastic audience receptions. This eclectic and innovative dance company will perform a sophisticated program featuring Jiri Kylian’s humorous Six Dances and newly commissioned works by some of the world’s foremost choreographers: Helen Pickett and Nicolo Fonte for an evening of brilliant contemporary work. With its fusion of classical good sense and western ingenuity, Aspen Santa Fe Ballet blends the best of both worlds to create a dance company that is truly unique.
“This young company, just into its second decade, brings exciting vibrancy and striking precision to its American Dance Festival debut.”
–The News & Observer