![]() Milwaukee Ballet School & Academy is the only professional dance school in the Midwest accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance. Milwaukee Ballet is the home to an international company of dancers and is one of only a few companies in the nation to maintain its own orchestra. Under the leadership of Artistic Director Michael Pink, Milwaukee Ballet has become world-renowned for presenting both bold new interpretations of story ballets, and cutting-edge, evocative contemporary works. ![]() RSVP to Megan Spangberg at Milwaukee Balletįounded in 1970, Milwaukee Ballet celebrates its 46 th season as a staple of Milwaukee’s arts and culture scene. 10% off at Boswell Books when you mention MKE Ballet Book ClubĪdmission: Suggested donation of $25/person (covers the book club for the season).One-of-a-kind book bag designed by MKE Fashion Incubator.Autographed copy of Michael Pink’s The Nutcracker coffee table book.Attendees will come away with the following: This discussion will be moderated by Milwaukee Ballet Director of Community Outreach Alyson Chavez. He is the conductor for ‘1964 the Tribute,’ described by Rolling Stone as ‘the best Beatles tribute ever.’ Leading Artist Marc Petrocci, who is featured in the Beatles-inspired work, joins us to offer insight into performing to the music that defined a generation. A ‘child of the 60s,’ Rath’s love of The Beatles and popular music inspired him to develop courses in Rock-and-Roll History, as well as The Fab Four. The evening will include a presentation from Carl Rath (Lawrence University Conservatory of Music). Milwaukee Ballet’s season-long book club continues with Philip Norman‘s “SHOUT: The Beatles and Their Generation.” A journey through Beatlemania and 1960’s pop culture, the novel will also provide context for Trey McIntyre’s A Day in the Life. Tickets for Kaleidoscope Eyes range from $35-$102, and are available online at or by calling 41. The 2015/16 Season of Literary Classics is presented by Donna and Donald Baumgartner, with operational support from the United Performing Arts Fund. Kaleidoscope Eyes is supported in part by Milwaukee Ballet’s Campaign for New Work, sponsored by Sue and Allan “Bud” Selig. He is on contract with Norwegian National Ballet and is currently performing as a guest artist with SALT Contemporary Dance. A rising star in the dance world, Smith was Presidential Scholar in the Arts and performed his choreography at The Kennedy Center. To round out the trio, Genesis 2015 winner Garrett Smith returns with another world set to the music of cellist Zoë Keating. O’Donnell joined Milwaukee Ballet in 2012 with a wealth of experience, having won The Australian Institute of Classical Dance’s national choreographic competition and appeared as a choreographer on “So You Think You Can Dance-Australia.” His new work, titled The Sixth Sin, explores the inevitable self-destruction that occurs when one gives into to the allure of envy. A Day in the Life is sponsored by Donna and Donald Baumgartner, Steve and Nancy Einhorn, Katie Heil, and Jodi Peck.Ĭhoreographer-in-Residence Timothy O’Donnell presents his fifth world premiere for Milwaukee Ballet. Originally created in 2006, McIntyre brings his modern masterpiece to Milwaukee for the first time. Young and old alike will revel in the chance to see their favorites tunes from The Fab Four come to life. Trey McIntyre’s colorful A Day in the Life is a celebration of the music that defined a generation. In addition to feeling the joy of seeing an incredible show, they will also experience the thrill of knowing they caught a glimpse of the future of dance.” ![]() “Audiences will be treated to three distinct and captivating pieces from exceptional choreographers. As artists, it’s in our very nature to stretch the boundaries of our art form and create works that are new and exhilarating,” says Artistic Director Michael Pink. “Presenting new work is central to the mission of our Company. Milwaukee Ballet will also present two world premieres: one from Milwaukee Ballet Choreographer-in-Residence Timothy O’Donnell, and one from Genesis 2015 winner Garrett Smith. The Company will present Trey McIntyre’s A Day in the Life, set to the iconic music of The Beatles. Kaleidoscope Eyes will run March 31-Apat the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts. MILWAUKEE – Ma– Milwaukee Ballet proudly presents Kaleidoscope Eyes, an electrifying triple bill that is sure to shake off the winter blues. Milwaukee Ballet Company: Kaleidoscope Eyes.
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