2009-2010 Season Brochure

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2009-2010 Season www.paballet.org

“Compellingly stylish...the really good news from Philadelphia is the way these Pennsylvanians dance.”

Clive Barnes, New York Post

...the really good news from Philadelphia is the way these Pennsylvanians dance.”

Principal Dancers Riolama Lorenzo and Sergio Torrado Photo: Alexander Iziliaev

Photography: Alexander Iziliaev

A MESSAGE FROM ROY KAISER

This season will be my 30th year with Pennsylvania Ballet and 15th as Artistic Director. With your support, we have grown to become one of the premier ballet companies in the country.

I have selected ballets for the upcoming season to uplift, stimulate, provoke, and astound. The dancers and artistic staff have never worked harder to ensure that each ballet will be an extraordinary experience.

I hope you will join us for a spectacular season, highlighted by our return to the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC again this fall when we show the nation that outstanding ballet thrives in Philadelphia.

Celebrate with us.

Artists featured: Principal Dancers Riolama Lorenzo, Julie Diana, Arantxa Ochoa; Soloist Brooke Moore; Katelyn Prominski and Ian Hussey

2009-2010 SEASON paballet.org

Principal Dancer Sergio Torrado Photo: Alexander Iziliaev


“Fierce appropriation

of space... with just the right mix of elegance...”

Jennifer Dunning, The New York Times

“Big, bold & enchanting ...athletic to the limits and breathtakingly graceful.”

Thom Dibdin, The Stage, United Kingdom

Photo: Alexander Iziliaev

Principal Dancer Arantxa Ochoa Photo: Alexander Iziliaev


“...passion and power ...that exemplifies the romantic ideal.”

Ellie Carr, Sunday Herald, Edinburgh, Scotland

Photo: Alexander Iziliaev

“Visually stunning, emotionally wrenching and gorgeously danced...”

Nancy Heller, The Philadelphia Inquirer

Artists featured: Principal Dancers Amy Aldridge and Julie Diana; Soloist James Ihde; Caralin Curcio and Maximilien Baud

The dancers are the soul of the Company. They thrive on the diversity of our repertoire, which is the lifeblood of our Company. The repertoire nurtures and feeds the dancers as they infuse each ballet with their stunning artistry and compelling vitality.

Every ballet company has its own organic life. Pennsylvania Ballet is defined by bold, impassioned performances of innovative and classic work.

You, our audience, are a part of that life. You challenge and sustain me in my commitment to create an exceptional body of work with an extraordinary company of dancers.

I welcome you to our new season.

The resolve of the dancers in the pursuit of their art is an ongoing inspiration to me as I assemble any season.

ROY KAISER ON THE COMPANY


Lower left photo: Paul Kolnik Photography: Alexander Iziliaev

PROGRAM V

Romeo & Juliet

JUNE 4 -12

*Company Premiere Photography: Paul Kolnik except where noted. Academy of Music Photo: Alexander Iziliaev

PROGRAM IV Square DanceAfternoon of a Faun*Requiem for a RoseIn The Middle, Somewhat Elevated*

MAY 5 - 9

PROGRAM III

The Crossed Line In the NightThe Concert

MARCH 10 - 14

PROGRAM II

The Four TemperamentsCarmina Burana

MARCH 4 - 13

Academy of MusicDECEMBER 12 - 31

George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker

The Kennedy Center NOVEMBER 24 - 29

PROGRAM I

Theme & VariationsWorld PremiereRodeo

OCTOBER 21 - 25

PERFORMANCES 2009 - 2010 SEASON

“John Cranko created a body of work that established him as a master story teller through movement. His powerful work, Romeo and Juliet, explores the relationship between the two central characters and demands pristine technique and emotional depth from the performers.

CHOREOGRAPHY/MUSIC:Cranko/Prokofiev Photo:PrincipalDancersJulieDianaandZacharyHench

“One of the foremost choreographers of contemporary dance, William Forsythe’s highly innovative works have changed the way we look at and think about classical movement. He has enlarged the physical dimensions of the art form and has stretched the boundaries of flexibility and balance.”

CHOREOGRAPHY/MUSIC:Balanchine/Vivaldi/Corelli, Robbins/Debussy, Ochoa/Schubert, Forsythe/Willems Photos: Principal Dancer Martha Chamberlain (Photo: Alexander Iziliaev); Requiem for a Rose

“Jerome Robbins’s vast body of work included not only ballet, but also musical theater and film. Mr. Robbins was known as a perfectionist. His ballets demand strict musicality, a unique sense of character and great attention to nuance.”

CHOREOGRAPHY/MUSIC: Neenan/Chopin, Robbins/ChopinPhotos: The Crossed Line; Principal Dancers Riolama Lorenzo and Soloist James Ihde; The Concert

“Ballets created for our own dancers, such as the work of our Choreographer in Residence Matthew Neenan, establish the Company’s uniqueness and stimulate the growth of the art form.”

CHOREOGRAPHY/MUSIC:Balanchine/Hindemith, Neenan/Orff Photos: The Four Temperaments; Jermel Johnson

“Only the most highly regarded ballet companies in the world are invited to perform at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. This is our sixth invitation since 1979. We will be the first company to perform George Balanchine’s esteemed version of The Nutcracker in the nation’s capital.”

CHOREOGRAPHY/MUSIC:Balanchine/Tschaikovsky Photos: Soloist Brooke Moore; Adrianna de Svastich and Abigail Mentzer

“George Balanchine’s ballets are the standard by which all ballets are measured. They demand a level of precision and stylistic sensitivity that requires our dancers to utilize their full measure of technical and artistic virtuosity.”

CHOREOGRAPHY/MUSIC:Balanchine/Tschaikovsky, Neenan/TBD, de Mille/Copland Photos: Principal Dancers Julie Diana and James Ady; Rodeo

ROY KAISER ON thE SEASON

CHOREOGRAPHER: NEED A NAMEFantastic Female and male performers need names. Performing xxxx; Photo: Alexander Iziliaev.

George Balanchine’s

thE NUtCRACKER

Academy of MusicDECEMBER 12-31

The Kennedy Center NOVEMBER 24 -29

Presenting Sponsor: Join us for Thanksgiving as Pennsylvania Ballet accepts an invitation to perform George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker at the Kennedy Center, one of the most prestigious cultural venues in the country. Pennsylvania Ballet will present the Washington, DC premiere of the esteemed version of this holiday classic.

Please contact the Kennedy Center box office for ticketing and information. kennedy-center.org

Our critically acclaimed production returns home to Philadelphia to delight audiences of all ages in this enduring holiday classic. The Nutcracker Prince, the Mouse King, the Sugarplum Fairy and Marie will join the Philadelphia Boys Choir as Pennsylvania Ballet mesmerizes audiences with extraordinary sets and costumes and exquisite artistry. Add George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker to your subscription package now. Single tickets go on sale to the public June 15.

See order form for performance information.

Photo: Paul Kolnik

ANNUAL FUND

ticket sales cover less than 50% of expenses. Donations help pay for:

Please help keep Pennsylvania Ballet one of the world’s leading ballet companies by adding a contribution on your subscription form. Visit paballet.org for donor benefits and information about the Lenfest Challenge and other matching gift opportunities.

• Free outreach programs for school children• More than 1,500 pointe shoes annually• Sets and costumes

• Lighting and staging costs• Ballet licenses and royalties• Pennsylvania Ballet Orchestra

A SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR 2009-2010 SPONSORS:

Season Sponsor Official Health & Fitness Facility Official Airline

Pennsylvania Ballet receives support from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, a state agency funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the National Endowment for the Arts, and from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development.

SUbSCRIbER bENEFItS DISCOUNT PARKINGConvenient, reserved parking at $13.25 when you purchase advance passes to the Avenue of the Arts parking garage, 15th and Spruce Streets.

DISCOUNT CARDEnjoy special discounts at fine Philadelphia restaurants, shops, hotels and museums.

ADDITIONAL TICKET SAVINGSReceive a 10% discount on single tickets. A $5.50 per ticket fee is charged for all online and phone orders.

THE BEST SEATS IN THE HOUSEIn addition to the best seats available, full season subscribers are guaranteed renewal of their same seats for the following season.

NEW! PARTIAL PAYMENT PLANPay in three easy installments by credit card. First payment includes optional donation payment in full with a $15 processing fee. Subsequent payments charged in June and July.

TICKET ExCHANGE

Exchange your tickets for other 2009-10 performances (excluding The Nutcracker). For Academy shows, exchange by phone, mail or at the box office. For Merriam shows, exchange by phone, mail or at Ticket Philadelphia. A $5 per ticket fee applies to phone exchanges.

TICKET REPLACEMENT Lost tickets will be replaced at no additional charge.

UNUSED TICKETS Consider gifting your tickets to family, friends or clients. For tax credit, tickets must be received by Ticket Philadelphia 48 hours in advance.

SERIES SAvINgSNo price increase this season! Save 20% off single ticket prices.

NEW! INSIDER NEWS

Receive monthly subscriber e-letter from Roy Kaiser, Artistic Director sent via email only. Provide email address online or on the order form.

PROLOgUE SERIESJoin Artistic Director Roy Kaiser and special guests at 6 pm on Thursdays for an informal discussion and light buffet. $150 for the series.

SUbSCRIbER EvENtSMeet the dancers at exclusive events. Please provide email on order form.


INtERACtIvE MEDIA

Jermel Johnson Photo: Alexander Iziliaev

Pennsylvania ballet’s Online Community invites you to join us in the studio, on the stage and on your phone!

NEW!

For subscribers only. Be sure to register your email address online or on the order form to receive Roy Kaiser’s monthly e-letter. Exclusive invitations and special promotional offers will also be included. Available only through email.

The best artists of our generation are uncovered 24/7 on our YouTube channel. Experience never before seen videos of the Company, backstage interviews and more. youtube.com/pennsylvaniaballet

We’re tweeting! Follow us at twitter.com/paballet. Find up to the minute news about Pennsylvania Ballet and what Roy and the staff are working on to make this season spectacular.

Join us on Facebook and connect with friends who share your interest in the Company. facebook.com

Look for us on MySpace and explore ballet in a whole new way. myspace.com/pennsylvaniaballet

NEW! TExTING Register for our text services on the order form and you’ll receive exclusive promotional announcements and messages throughout the year. Standard text messaging fees may apply.

COMING SUMMER 2009Our new, interactive website will be designed to engage you with information about the Company, including photography, video, blogs, podcasts and more.

ORDERINg 2009 - 2010 SEASON

SUBSCRIPTION SERIES

OPENING THUR FRI SAT SAT SUN 7:30 PM 7:30 PM 7:30 PM 2:00 PM 8:00 PM 2:00 PM

Oct. 21 Wed Oct. 22 Oct. 21 Wed Oct. 24 Oct. 24 Oct. 25Oct. 24

Mar. 4 Thurs Mar. 11 Mar. 5 Mar. 6 Mar. 6 Mar. 7 Mar. 5 Mar. 6

May 5 Wed May 6 May 7 May 8 May 8 May 9 May 7 May 8

June 4 Fri June 10 June 11 June 5 June 5 June 6 June 11 June 5

PROGRAM I

PROGRAM II

PROGRAM IV

PROGRAM V

ACADEMY OF MUSIC

ADD THESE PROGRAMS at a discount to your package!

GEORGE BALANCHINE’S THE NUTCRACKER

CHOOSE YOUR PACKAGE PLEASE NOTE PERFORMANCE TIMES

CHOOSE YOUR SEATING SECTION & PRICING

$413.50 | Parquet Boxes / Balcony Boxes

$282.30 | Parquet / Parquet Circle / Orchestra

$247.10 | Balcony / Balcony Loge B&H

$189.50 | Parquet Circle Rear / Orchestra Center Rear

$176.70 | Balcony B&H / Balcony Far Side Orchestra Far Side Rear / Family Circle

$144.70 | Parquet Circle C&G / Parquet Side Rear Balcony Loge A&I / Balcony A&I Orchestra Side Rear

$77.50 | Parquet Side / Parquet Circle Side Side Orchestra

PROGRAM III


$67.00 | Parquet / Parquet Circle


$45.25 | Parquet Circle Rear

$42.25 | Balcony B&H / Family Circle

$34.75 | Parquet Circle C&G / Parquet Side Rear Balcony Loge A&I / Balcony A&I

$19.00 | Parquet Side / Parquet Circle Side


$79.60 | Parquet / Parquet Circle


$53.50 | Parquet Circle Rear

$49.90 | Balcony B&H / Family Circle

$40.90 | Parquet Circle C&G / Parquet Side Rear Balcony Loge A&I / Balcony A&I

$22.00 | Parquet Side / Parquet Circle Side

WED Mar. 10 7:30 PM SAT Mar. 13 8:00 PM SUN Mar. 14 2:00 PM

SERIES

SAVE 25%

MERRIAM THEATERProgram IVPrograms I, II, III, V,


SAVE 20% OFF SINGLE TICKET PRICESNO PRICE INCREASE THIS SEASON!

SUBSCRIBERS ENJOY PRIORITY SEATING AND SAVE 10%

All prices listed reflect subscriber discounts.

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ORDER INFORMATION

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Partial Payment Plan (optional)

Pre-Paid Parking Program (optional)

Thursday Evening Prologue Series (optional)

Suggested Contribution

Grand Total

$13.25 per night

$14.00

$150.00 per person

Subscribe online at paballet.org or by phone 215.893.1955.

MAIL Pennsylvania Ballet, c/o Subscriber Services, 1420 Locust St., Suite 320, Philadelphia, PA 19102FAX 215.893.1833

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SERIESNew subscribers only

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$75.00 tax-deductible

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A copy of the official registration and financial information for Pennsylvania Ballet

may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free, within Pennsylvania, 800.732.0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.

While all programs, dates and prices as quoted at time of printing are accurate, they are subject to change. All sales are final. Any tickets ordered prior to September 1, 2009 will be mailed after Labor Day. Seating priority is determined by the date the order is received and by ticket availability. A fee of $4 per ticket has been added to the price of each ticket

for all events at the Academy of Music and a $1.50 fee for all events at the Merriam Theater to be used, as needed, to support the Theater Renovation and Restoration Fund.

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Provide email address to receive Roy Kaiser monthly e-letter.

Provide your cell phone number to receive special subscriber-only texts throughout the year. Standard text messaging rates may apply. Please note that you may choose to discontinue our text services at any time.

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