Singapore Dance Theatre presents Swan Lake 2015

Singapore Dance Theatre presents Swan Lake 2015 

3 – 6 December 2015
Esplanade Theatre 

For 6 years and above

With an ever-compelling story and technically demanding choreography, this is the ballet not to be missed! An ideal performance for seasoned audiences and novice attendees, Swan Lake offers a clear plot to follow and a spectacle unlike any other. With exquisite costumes and enchanting moments, this classic piece remains to be the favourite ballet of many children and adults.

A timeless masterpiece by the legendary choreographers Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov, Swan Lake is well established in SDT’s repertoire. The company premiere was in December 2007, and has since been restaged in 2009 and 2012. 

Synopsis

The story begins with Prince Siegfried, who goes hunting. While hunting, Prince Siegfried sees an amazing swan. As he takes aim to shoot, the swan turns into a beautiful woman. The woman, Odette, tells the prince that she is a princess who has come under the spell of an evil sorcerer called Rothbart. During the day, she must be a swan. At night, she is allowed to be a human again. The spell can only be broken if a nobel prince swears eternal fidelity to her. She tells Prince Siegfried that if he refuses her, she must remain a swan forever. Prince Siegfried falls madly in love with Odette. The Royal Family hosts a party at the palace to celebrate the Prince’s 21st birthday. Prince Siegfried, under a spell casted by Rothbart, accidentally proposes to Odile, Rothbart’s daughter, believing that she is really Odette. Princess Odette, who appears at the party, witnesses Siegfried declaring his love for Odile and feels doomed. The prince returns to Odette at the lakeside and she forgives him. The prince defeats Rothbart in a battle which finally releases Odette and all the swan maidens from the spell to become women once again.

Tickets from: www.sistic.com.sg

More information from:
W: www.singaporedancetheatre.com 

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Dance Appreciation Series - Introduction to Sleeping Beauty 2015

Dance Appreciation Series - 

Introduction to Sleeping Beauty

By Singapore Dance Theatre (SDT) 

In collaboration with Esplanade – theatres on the bay

1 February 2015, Sun

Esplanade Concert Hall

1pm & 4pm (1hr, no intermission)

Opening its 2015 Season, Singapore Dance Theatre (SDT) reawakens the magic of the world's favourite fairytale, Sleeping Beauty. Be enchanted as the magical kingdom of castles, fairies, forests and spells, come alive to present a visual spectacle of beauty and dance.

One of the most famous ballets in the world, Sleeping Beauty tells the timeless tale about a beautiful princess, a spell of 100 years sleep, a charming prince and a true love's kiss which undoes the spell and awakens the kingdom's slumber. This ballet ends with a glorious wedding celebration with all your favourite fairy tale characters joining in the festivities. 

Choreographed by Marius Petipa, and set to a rich score by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Sleeping Beauty was set for SDT in 2010 by Artistic Director Janek Schergen, and it features more than 150 stunning costumes designed by Tracy Grant Lord.

Told through narration and dance excerpts, this hour long performance of Introduction to Sleeping Beauty is the perfect spellbinding treat for all ages.

Come dressed in your favourite character costumes and get to take photographs with the cast after the show! 

Tickets and more information from:

W: www.esplanade.com 

Credits: Esplanade Singapore

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Ballet Under the Stars by Singapore Dance Theatre, July 2013, Singapore

Reminder!

Super Mommies & Daddies are going too!!! See you there!

Immerse yourself in the perfect evening at Singapore Dance Theatre’s (SDT) 18th Edition of the annual Ballet Under the Stars. From 19 – 21 July, SDT will perform a dazzling showcase of contemporary dance works, featuring guest artists from Expressions Dance Company (Australia) as well as stunning pieces from the Company’s repertoire. From 26 – 28 July, SDT will revive the heart-wrenching romantic tale of Giselle, one of ballet’s most famous tragedies.

Absence of Story by Toru Shimazaki

19 – 21 July 2013, Fort Canning Green, 7.30pm

Gates open from 5pm for picnic, Pre-show performances start from 6.30pm onwards

Toru’s initial concept for this piece was to create a visual array of movements to accompany the music of Brahms. This particular piece of music is so powerful that he simply wanted to react honestly to it. Absence of Story is danced to the music of Brahms, and is a stirring piece without story or words in hope of not causing distraction to the beauty and the power of music. Toru Shimazaki is the chief professor of the dance department at Kobe College and has created works for many international companies including Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, The Royal Flanders Ballet, Polish Dance Theatre, Colorado Ballet, Grand Theatre de Geneve and Introdans.

Giselle

26 – 28 July, Fort Canning Green, 7.30pm

Gates open from 6pm for picnic

This breathtaking ballet tells of the love story between a village maiden, Giselle, and a nobleman, Albrecht. Mesmerized by her beauty and innocence, Albrecht disguises himself as a peasant and promises eternal love to Giselle despite being betrothed to a Duke's daughter, Bathilde. Soon after, she discovers his deceit, and driven by grief, she kills herself with Albrecht's sword.

With love unrequited, she dies of a broken heart, much to the dismay of Albrecht who has only come to realize his true love for Giselle when he mourns for her at the tomb. In Giselle's melancholic world of vengeance and despair, she transforms from an innocent lady to a wilis, who are spirits of betrothed maidens betrayed by their beloved loves on the night before their wedding. 

Free Admission for children below the age of 4 years old.

Tickets are available through all SISTIC outlets and SDT.

More information from: 

T: +65 6338 0611

E: ticketing@singaporedancetheatre.com

W: www.singaporedancetheatre.com

Note: Information and content from the parent source and respective website. It is for informational purposes only.

Ballet Under the Stars by Singapore Dance Theatre, July 2013, Singapore

Reminder!
Immerse yourself in the perfect evening at Singapore Dance Theatre’s (SDT) 18th Edition of the annual Ballet Under the Stars. From 19 – 21 July, SDT will perform a dazzling showcase of contemporary dance works, featuring guest artists from Expressions Dance Company (Australia) as well as stunning pieces from the Company’s repertoire. From 26 – 28 July, SDT will revive the heart-wrenching romantic tale of Giselle, one of ballet’s most famous tragedies.

Absence of Story by Toru Shimazaki

19 – 21 July 2013, Fort Canning Green, 7.30pm

Gates open from 5pm for picnic, Pre-show performances start from 6.30pm onwards

Toru’s initial concept for this piece was to create a visual array of movements to accompany the music of Brahms. This particular piece of music is so powerful that he simply wanted to react honestly to it. Absence of Story is danced to the music of Brahms, and is a stirring piece without story or words in hope of not causing distraction to the beauty and the power of music. Toru Shimazaki is the chief professor of the dance department at Kobe College and has created works for many international companies including Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, The Royal Flanders Ballet, Polish Dance Theatre, Colorado Ballet, Grand Theatre de Geneve and Introdans.

Giselle

26 – 28 July, Fort Canning Green, 7.30pm

Gates open from 6pm for picnic

This breathtaking ballet tells of the love story between a village maiden, Giselle, and a nobleman, Albrecht. Mesmerized by her beauty and innocence, Albrecht disguises himself as a peasant and promises eternal love to Giselle despite being betrothed to a Duke's daughter, Bathilde. Soon after, she discovers his deceit, and driven by grief, she kills herself with Albrecht's sword.

With love unrequited, she dies of a broken heart, much to the dismay of Albrecht who has only come to realize his true love for Giselle when he mourns for her at the tomb. In Giselle's melancholic world of vengeance and despair, she transforms from an innocent lady to a wilis, who are spirits of betrothed maidens betrayed by their beloved loves on the night before their wedding. 

Free Admission for children below the age of 4 years old.

Tickets are available through all SISTIC outlets and SDT.

More information from: 

T: +65 6338 0611

E: ticketing@singaporedancetheatre.com

W: www.singaporedancetheatre.com

Note: Information and content from the parent source and respective website. It is for informational purposes only.

Ballet Under The Stars by Singapore Dance Theatre, July 2013

Immerse yourself in the perfect evening at Singapore Dance Theatre’s (SDT) 18th Edition of the annual Ballet Under the Stars. From 19 – 21 July, SDT will perform a dazzling showcase of contemporary dance works, featuring guest artists from Expressions Dance Company (Australia) as well as stunning pieces from the Company’s repertoire. From 26 – 28 July, SDT will revive the heart-wrenching romantic tale of Giselle, one of ballet’s most famous tragedies.

Absence of Story by Toru Shimazaki

19 – 21 July 2013, Fort Canning Green, 7.30pm

Gates open from 5pm for picnic, Pre-show performances start from 6.30pm onwards

Toru’s initial concept for this piece was to create a visual array of movements to accompany the music of Brahms. This particular piece of music is so powerful that he simply wanted to react honestly to it. Absence of Story is danced to the music of Brahms, and is a stirring piece without story or words in hope of not causing distraction to the beauty and the power of music. Toru Shimazaki is the chief professor of the dance department at Kobe College and has created works for many international companies including Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, The Royal Flanders Ballet, Polish Dance Theatre, Colorado Ballet, Grand Theatre de Geneve and Introdans.

Giselle

26 – 28 July, Fort Canning Green, 7.30pm

Gates open from 6pm for picnic

This breathtaking ballet tells of the love story between a village maiden, Giselle, and a nobleman, Albrecht. Mesmerized by her beauty and innocence, Albrecht disguises himself as a peasant and promises eternal love to Giselle despite being betrothed to a Duke's daughter, Bathilde. Soon after, she discovers his deceit, and driven by grief, she kills herself with Albrecht's sword.

With love unrequited, she dies of a broken heart, much to the dismay of Albrecht who has only come to realize his true love for Giselle when he mourns for her at the tomb. In Giselle's melancholic world of vengeance and despair, she transforms from an innocent lady to a wilis, who are spirits of betrothed maidens betrayed by their beloved loves on the night before their wedding. 

Free Admission for children below the age of 4 years old.

Tickets are available through all SISTIC outlets and SDT office from 17 May onwards.

More information from: 

T: +65 6338 0611

E: ticketing@singaporedancetheatre.com

W: www.singaporedancetheatre.com

Note: Information and content from the parent source and respective website. It is for informational purposes only.