We call it Ballet in Southampton speaks a universal language. The dance and light show brings a magical blend of old and new to the city for an enchanting ballet performance. Many may already be familiar with the fairy tale of The Sleeping Beauty, but get ready to revisit it with an all-new performance that reimagines Tchaikovsky’s famous ballet with a fresh and innovative twist. Fall under the spell of original choreography and dancers in glittering LED-lit costumes as they gracefully glide and pirouette.
Gracing the stage of Thornden Hall, this novel production uses breathtaking movements to tell the story of the centuries-old fairy tale. On selected dates over the coming months, you can witness the strength and precision of these skilled ballet dancers but make haste because places are limited.
What is “We Call It Ballet”?
We Call It Ballet pays homage to the more traditional classical ballet, which reached its peak in 19th-century Russia and France. Yet, it adds a new layer of excitement by incorporating LED lights and new choreography to create a more complex viewing experience. These twinkling lights enhance the emotional landscape, drawing audiences deeper into the narrative.
Ballet, its storytelling and the show
The ability of a timeless ballet like The Sleeping Beauty to weave mesmerising tales through dance is really undeniable. But We Call It Ballet heightens the typical ballet performance by effortlessly blending movement, music, narration, and atmospheric lighting. Through the use of LED lights that are integrated into the dancers’ costumes, each step and pas de bourree is heightened, making it more accessible for all audiences.
We call it Ballet is arriving in Southampton this season on selected dates but you can already get your tickets by clicking on the card below. There are two performances taking place on each evening, at 18:00 and 20:30 so you can choose the one that best suits your schedule.