Forget about traveling to a faraway land to experience an inspiring evening with a timeless tale to tell because We Call it Ballet is in H-Town to enchant audiences with a new take on a centuries-old ballet. Featuring a set of accomplished ballerinas wearing radiant LED lights intricately sewn into their tutus, every glisser and elancer is amplified thanks to this innovative interpretation of The Sleeping Beauty.
On selected days over the coming months, prepare to be blown away by this gorgeous show at Bayou Theater. The venue can be found on the University of Houston-Clear Lake campus. With limited availability, make sure to secure your spot now before tickets sell out.
What is “We Call it Ballet”?
“We Call it Ballet” is an ode to the globally recognized artform and the many years of training every ballet dancer goes through to achieve top technical prowess. Still, the show is not your typical classical ballet because it blends dynamic music and choreography with LED lights incorporated into the dancers’ costumes. It’s an innovative approach that makes ballet more accessible for young and visually impaired audiences.
Ballet, its storytelling and the show
Through graceful and precise movements, incredibly gifted ballet dancers like Carlotta Brianza, Martha Graham or Anna Pavlova tell a story in a unique way. Take The Sleeping Beauty for instance. The iconic ballet is celebrated for its ability to evoke emotions simply through movement. Thus, “We Call it Ballet” in Houston will recreate this iconic piece, adding optical fibers to the dancers’ intricate costumes. Additionally, new music pieces composed specifically for the ballet, to highlight the ballerinas’ gravity-defying twists and turns.
The lights worn by the ethereal ballerinas take emotional turns through different shades to reflect the mood of various moments. What’s more, there’ll be a narrator on hand to briefly explain the plot and the characters, enhancing the whole experience.
“We Call it Ballet” is a dazzling event. Take your seat at the Bayou Theater and enjoy a unique dance and light show right here in the city.
The show is available on selected dates over the coming months with two 60-minute showings on each date. Doors open 60 minutes prior to the show and tickets are sold in tiers starting at $45, depending on the proximity to the stage.