In this episode of Director's Pointe of View, BalletMet Artistic Director talks about the upcoming by Liang.In a celebration of creative vision, by Liang features three works from globally celebrated choreographer and BalletMet Artistic Director Edwaard Liang. Two works with an understated poignancy, Symphonic Dances and Beautiful Child, will be premiering for the first time in Columbus. Wunderland, Liang’s first ballet set on BalletMet dancers, will make its triumphant return to the Columbus stage with incredible beauty and stirring precision.May 24, 2019- June 1, 2019 at the Davidson TheatreTickets are available at https://www.balletmet.org/performances/tickets/

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Here are the show notes...In this episode of Director's Pointe of View, BalletMet Artistic Director talks about the upcoming performance of Cinderella.Race against the midnight toll with the grand return of Edwaard Liang’s Cinderella. A fairytale full of hope, hardship and happily ever after, this lush production, set to Prokofiev’s score, brings your favorite characters to life with elegance and charm. With a little help from a certain Fairy Godmother, Cinderella is sure to be a delight for all ages.April 12-14, 2019 at the Ohio TheatreCheck out a full list of productions for BalletMet’s season.https://www.balletmet.org/performances/2018-19-season/https://www.balletmet.org/performances/tickets/

Cinderella

In this episode of Director's Pointe of View, BalletMet Artistic Director talks about the upcoming performance of Don Quixote.A classical story packed with a touch of guile, a heap of chivalry and plenty of humor, Don Quixote invites you on a quest of misguided love and longing. Join the man of La Mancha, at once charming and zealous, and a cast of colorful characters for one of the most celebrated dance dramas in history, known for its beautiful costumes and elegant scenery. March 1-3, 2019 at the Ohio TheatreCheck out a full list of productions for BalletMet’s season.https://www.balletmet.org/performances/2018-19-season/https://www.balletmet.org/performances/tickets/

Don Quixote

In this episode of Director's Pointe of View, BalletMet Artistic Director talks about the upcoming performance of The Nutcracker.Create everlasting memories for you and yours with the magical return of The Nutcracker. Sparkling snow, charming characters, and wonderful surprises come to life as Clara and her Nutcracker Prince travel through the luminous Land of the Sugar Plum Fairy. A production co-created by Gerard Charles and Robert Post, this holiday classic also features live music from the Columbus Symphony and is sure to enchant everyone in the beautiful seats of the Ohio Theatre.December 7-23, 2018 at The Ohio TheatreCheck out a full list of productions for BalletMet’s season.https://www.balletmet.org/performances/2018-19-season/https://www.balletmet.org/performances/tickets/

Nutcracker 2018

In this episode of Director's Pointe of View, BalletMet Artistic Director talks about the upcoming performance of Giselle.Witness a love story that has captivated hearts for centuries with the World Premiere of Edwaard Liang’s Giselle. This timeless ballet, set to Adolphe Adam’s score, will feature classical elements as it weaves the haunting tale of a peasant girl’s quest for love. Liang’s Giselle will reimagine and reinvigorate this beloved work, leaving audiences inspired and awed.February 9-17, 2018 | Davidson TheatreCheck out a full list of productions for BalletMet’s 40th Anniversary season.https://www.balletmet.org/2017-18-seasonhttps://www.balletmet.org/subscription-packagePlease leave rate and review our podcast in iTunes. Here's how to do it - http://pleasereviewmypodcast.com/directorspointeofviewAn affiliate podcast of Circle270Media Network - http://www.circle270media.com

Giselle

BalletMet Artistic Director Edwaard Liang talks about the upcoming performance of Front Row.You’re invited to experience ballet in a boldly intimate setting. Front Row will feature three works by three boundary-pushing choreographers inside our Performance Space, a 225-seat theater that places dancers and viewers together. World Premieres by Andrea Schermoly and Edwaard Liang and the Company Premiere of Ma Cong’s Ershter Vals will put the focus on the art, with movement and themes that challenge audience and performer alike.November 9-19, 2017 in the BalletMet Performance SpaceThursday, 11/9 7:30 pmFriday, 11/10 8:00 pmSaturday, 11/11 8:00 pmSunday, 11/12 1:00 pm & 5:30 pmThursday, 11/16 7:30 pmFriday, 11/17 8:00 pmSaturday, 11/18 8:00 pmSunday, 11/19 1:00 pm & 5:30 pmCheck out a full list of productions for BalletMet’s 2017-18 40th Anniversary season.https://www.balletmet.org/2017-18-seasonhttps://www.balletmet.org/subscription-packages/An affiliate podcast of Circle270Media Network - http://www.circle270media.com

Front Row

BalletMet Artistic Director Edwaard Liang talks about the upcoming performance of Parallel Connections. Three Columbus organizations committed to dance unite for Parallel Connections. Join BalletMet, The Ohio State University Department of Dance (supported by Ohio State’s College of Arts and Sciences), and the Wexner Center for the Arts as they come together for two performances only. This special program will feature BalletMet performing master choreographer James Kudelka’s The Man in Black, set to the music of Johnny Cash, and Wexner Prize–recipient William Forsythe’s dynamic and sophisticated Slingerland Pas de Deux. Ohio State Department of Dance students will perform Wexner Center MinEvent, with selections drawn from the vast repertoire of dance icon Merce Cunningham, another recipient of the Wexner Prize. Then the Ohio State dancers and BalletMet’s professional company will join forces onstage to perform the irresistible and exuberant Minus 16, by noted Israeli choreographer and Batsheva Dance Company artistic director Ohad Naharin. Together, these works will demonstrate surprising connections across the spectrum of contemporary dance artistry—as well as celebrate our vibrant community of dance lovers and dance organizations.Parallel Connections is presented with support from The Ohio State University’s College of Arts and Sciences and Arts Initiative.Season support for BalletMet and the Wexner Center is provided by the Ohio Arts Council, Greater Columbus Arts Council, The Columbus Foundation, and Nationwide Foundation.Major support for the Wexner Center’s performing arts season is generously provided by the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation.Minus 16 is presented with support from the Lenore Schottenstein & Community Jewish Arts Fund of the Columbus Jewish Foundation.October 20-21, 2017 | Mershon AuditoriumFriday, 10/20 Senior Dress RehearsalFriday, 10/20 8:00 pmSaturday, 10/21 8:00 pmCheck out a full list of productions for BalletMet’s 2017-18 40th Anniversary season.https://www.balletmet.org/2017-18-seasonhttps://www.balletmet.org/subscription-packages/An affiliate podcast of Circle270Media Network - http://www.circle270media.com"Step One Music For Makers" thanks to Logan Music

Parallel Connections

BalletMet’s 40th Anniversary season is packed with World and Company premieres. Artistic Director Edwaard Liang answers a few questions about this upcoming season, in addition to this podcast.Which performances are you most excited for Columbus to see?Two things: I’m really excited for Columbus to see Minus 16 by Ohad Naharin, and I’m really proud to introduce the first Forsythe work to Columbus. Of course I’m also excited for the Columbus audience to see [Dorothy and the Prince of] Oz because that’s been three years in the making.Could you tell us a little more about Dorothy and the Prince of Oz?It’s a brand new full-length that premiered in Tulsa this past February. It’s about the story of Dorothy being called back to Oz to help save two warring lands of Oz. It’s continuing the progression of full-lengths that I would like to continue to program in Columbus, whether it’s my work or other choreographers’ full-lengths. These types of full-lengths are the new generation of full-lengths, where they incorporate different technical aspects in production and projection. It really fits along with the model of what we [BalletMet] want to accomplish of being an innovator of dance and trying new ways to tell the story, a new story.Check out a full list of productions for BalletMet’s 2017-18 40th Anniversary season.https://www.balletmet.org/2017-18-seasonThis year we’re excited to introduce Account Manager! Everything is just a click away with Account Manager, a new feature exclusively for subscribers and Academy families. Purchase and renew subscriptions and buy additional tickets online with no handling fees! With Account Manager you can also print tickets at home, forward seats to friends and manage your account all in one place!https://www.balletmet.org/subscription-packages/Liang and BalletMet’s Company will be back in action October 20th with the season premiere of Parallel Connections at Mershon Auditorium.A affiliate podcast of Circle270Media Network - http://www.circle270media.com

BalletMet's 40th Anniversary Season Overview

This time we talk with BalletMet's Artistic Director Edwaard Liang about the Columbus premiere and season ending performance of Romeo and Juliet.The Company Premiere of Edwaard Liang’s Romeo and Juliet, set to Prokofiev’s score, will tell Shakespeare’s timeless tale of star-crossed lovers with all the beauty and intensity of classical ballet. Liang’s inventive choreography infuses sword fights, a grand ball and the iconic balcony scene with passion and elegance. Funny, tender, tragic and deep, Romeo and Juliet will romance audiences for one weekend only. Featuring live music from the Columbus Symphony Orchestra.https://www.balletmet.org/romeo-and-juliet/April 28-30, 2017 | Ohio TheatreColumbus PremiereFriday, 4/28 Senior Dress RehearsalFriday, 4/28 8 p.m.Saturday, 4/29 2 p.m.Saturday, 4/29 8 p.m.Sunday, 4/30 2 p.m.Choreography: Edwaard LiangMusic: Sergei ProkofievA affiliate podcast of Circle270Media Network - http://www.circle270media.com

Romeo and Juliet

This time we talk about the world and Columbus premieres in the triple bill Art In Motion.Fool's Paradise - Balletmet is only the 2nd company in the U.S. to perform this Christopher Wheeldon production. The other two companies in the world include Paris Opera and Vienna State Opera.Gustavo Ramirez Sansano’s acclaimed 18+1 will return to Columbus, with its celebratory air and a shower of confetti. This performance was such an audience favorite it had to be brought back this year. Cha-Cha and Mambo create a huge party on stage.Then a world premier from Edwaard Liang thanks to funding help from The Columbus Foundation. Be prepared to watch it rain on stage. Here is a link to the Instagram video he mentions - https://www.instagram.com/p/BQjkMk8BBmR/?taken-by=edwaardliang&hl=en March 17-25, 2017 | Davidson Theatre (formerly the Capitol Theatre)"Triple bill = Electic = Full Meal" - Edwaard LiangA huge range of choreographers in this triple bill performance. You will leave the theatre awestruck."Beauty can save the world" - Edwaard LiangFollow BalletMet on:Twitter and Facebook - @balletmetPinterest - pinterest.com/balletmet/YouTube - youtube.com/user/BalletMetInstagram - instagram.com/balletmet/Buy tickets at http://www.ticketmaster.com/Balletmet-Columbus-tickets/artist/803506A affiliate podcast of Circle270Media Network - www.circle270media.com

Art in Motion

This time we talk about the Columbus premiere of Peter Pan.Feb. 10-12, 2017 | Ohio TheatreFriday, 2/10 Senior Dress RehearsalFriday, 2/10 8 p.m.Saturday, 2/11 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.Sunday, 2/12 2 p.m.Choreography: Michael PinkMusic: Philip FeeneyFollow BalletMet on:Twitter and Facebook - @balletmetPinterest - pinterest.com/balletmet/YouTube - youtube.com/user/BalletMetInstagram - instagram.com/balletmet/Buy tickets at http://www.ticketmaster.com/Balletmet-Columbus-tickets/artist/803506A affiliate podcast of Circle270Media Network - www.circle270media.com

Peter Pan

This time we talk about Night and Day: A Collection of Short Ballets Oct. 21-23, 2016 | Ohio TheatreChoreography: George Balanchine, Edwaard Liang, Val CaniparoliMusic: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Ezio Bosso, Johann Sebastian Bach and traditional African musicFollow BalletMet on:Twitter and Facebook - @balletmetPinterest - pinterest.com/balletmet/YouTube - youtube.com/user/BalletMetInstagram - instagram.com/balletmet/Buy tickets at http://www.ticketmaster.com/Balletmet-Columbus-tickets/artist/803506www.circle270media.com

Night and Day: A Collection of Short Ballets

This time we talk about Columbus Ohio's flagship performing arts organizations - BalletMet Columbus, The Columbus Symphony Orchestra and Opera Columbus - reuniting for Twisted 2, the highly anticipated sequel to 2014's smash hit.Sept. 22-25, 2016 | Ohio Theatre - Columbus, OH (We apologize for technical problems with this podcast.)00:00 - overview of 2016-2017 season11:00 - new BalletMet company members21:49 - Becoming Violet video https://youtu.be/YBSvBqTM8yE27:14 - Twisted 2Follow BalletMet on:Twitter and Facebook - @balletmetPinterest - pinterest.com/balletmet/YouTube - youtube.com/user/BalletMetInstagram - instagram.com/balletmet/Buy tickets at http://www.ticketmaster.com/Balletmet-Columbus-tickets/artist/803506www.columbussymphony.comwww.operacolumbus.org#twisted2cbus#artmakescbuswww.circle270media.com

Twisted 2 and more

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