The Firebird and Other Works!

Name: The Firebird and Other Works!
Start: 2023-04-22
End: 2023-04-23
Location: Salisbury Theatre

Presented By: North Star Ballet
Dates: 4/22/2023, 4/23/2023
Location: Salisbury Theatre
Address: 1718 Tanana Drive, Fairbanks, AK 99709
Phone: (907) 451-8800
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Join North Star Ballet for our 35th annual Spring Gala, April 22nd & 23rd at UAF's Salisbury Theatre. The first act features the story ballet, "The Firebird," a Russian fairytale that has it all: a foolhardy prince; lovely princesses; brightly colored monsters and minions; a villain who lives in a golden egg (because, why not); and a phoenix who saves the day.

The second act presents shorter works by North Star Ballet choreographers, including some never-before-seen pieces. The compilation of modern, contemporary and classical works showcases the breadth of our company's talent. Featured pieces include:

"Bereft" - set to the music of “Fratres” by Arvo Pärt, this dance expresses the effects that a catastrophic disruption on an ecosystem have on human emotions.

"Sway" - an abstract ballet exploring the juxtaposition between fixedness and movement. Set to music with percussive undertones and recurring melodic themes by the artist Heinali.

"Rassemblement" - a new classical work premiering to a score by Dvorak, this ballet evokes a gathering at a village square. There's a sibling rivalry, a blossoming friendship, and a proverbial keeper of the peace to maintain order.

"Light Moving" - this duet utilizes contemporary movements that intertwine each dancer, while playing with the idea of separation within that unity.

"Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler" - a joyful romp set to the music of the New Orleanian composer Louis Moreau Gottschalk and featuring North Star Ballet's Junior Company