Enchanting Elegance: Nevada Ballet Theatre Presents ‘Cinderella’
This version of the story was performed by the Nevada Ballet Theater, under the creative direction of choreographer, Ben Stevenson, O.B.E. with a musical score by Sergei Prokofiev.
Nevada Ballet’s version of Cinderella was breathtaking and the costumes were stunning. The set was designed by Thomas Boyd and Starbird Productions, and costumes were designed by Patty McGarity. The layers of backgrounds created a detailed and immersive experience for each of the story’s settings from any seat in the audience, and the costumes in this production were absolutely stunning.
Every act of this ballet was truly captivating thanks to the incredible performances by the company’s dancers and the Nevada Ballet Orchestra. On opening night, the titular character was danced by Jaime Derocker, alongside Robert Fulton as The Prince. Especially memorable was the moment when Cinderella arrives at the ball and is greeted by The Prince, who takes her hand as she descends the stairs at the entryway entirely en pointe.
Jack Grohmann and Cameron Kesten took on the roles of the stepsisters, adding several moments of comedic relief while still showcasing impressive dancing and acting, throughout the performance. Christina Ghiardi’s performance as the Fairy Godmother, along with Fairy Spring’s Betsy Lucas, Fairy Summer’s Rebecca Haftl, Fairy Autumn’s Mirella Costa Neto, and Fairy Winter’s Brooke Lyness included some of the most mesmerizing group choreography sequences I’ve seen in this type of ballet. Leo Mcgrath, whose role of The Jester brought with it unexpected moments of awe, especially through the character’s leaps and stage presence.
Cinderella was a breathtaking experience absolutely stunning and beautifully done in every way. By far one of the best Ballet’s, I have seen so far.
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For more information and upcoming show visit https://nevadaballet.org
5 Time Tony Awards Winner Musical “Company” at the Smith Center
Finally, a smart, funny, human revival about the highs and lows of life.
Winner of 5 Tony Awards including Best Revival of a Musical, COMPANY “strikes like a lightning bolt. Helmed by three-time Tony Award-winning director Marianne Elliott (War Horse, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Angels in America), this revelatory new production of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth’s groundbreaking musical comedy is boldly sophisticated, deeply insightful and downright hilarious.
What’s The Story?
Bobbi (traditionally Robert up till now) is celebrating her 35th birthday in the company of her friends, all of whom are either married or engaged. Through a series of visits with the couples we learn that the well-liked Bobbi has trouble with commitment as evidenced in her numerous affairs, but still hopes to find the right person for her. As each group has its say on Bobbi’s singledom and marriage prospects (and state of their own), Company begins to question the old adage; is the grass really greener on the other side?
Cast includes:
Britney Coleman as Bobbie
Judy McLane as Joanne
Kathryn Allison as Sarah
Matt Bittner as David
David, Ali Louis Bourzgui as Paul
Derrick Davis as Larry
Javier Ignacio as Peter
James Earl Jones II as Harry
Marina Kondo as Susan
Matt Rodin as Jamie
Emma Stratton as Jenny
Jacob Dickey as Andy
Tyler Hardwick as PJ
David Socolar as Theo
With
Matthew Christian, Christopher DeAngelis, Kenneth Quinney Francouer, CJ Greer, Elysia Jordan, Beth Stafford Laird, and Christopher Henry Young
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Calendar | The Smith Center Las Vegas
NEVADA BALLET THEATRE 2024-25 SEASON
CINDERELLA
A Las Vegas Premiere
October 18 – 20, 2024
THE NUTCRACKER
December 14 – 27, 2024
ALL THAT JAZZ
Balanchine, Robbins, and a World Premiere
February 1 & 2, 2025
PETER PAN
A World Premiere Production
April 19 – 27, 2025
NBT DANCE LAB
May 15 – 18, 2025
2024-25 Season Subscriptions – Nevada Ballet
Nevada Ballet Theatre presented Swan Lake from May 3rd – May 5th at the Smith Center.
“Magical, Beautiful, Artistry, just breathtaking”
Swan Lake, choreographed by Ben Stevenson, O.B.E., is a timeless and iconic ballet set to Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score. It’s considered one of the greatest ballets of all time a beautiful fairytale that captivates both ballet aficionados and newcomers alike. The emotional love story unfolds through graceful movements, symbolism, and intimate moments. The story revolves around ill-fated love, with the lead dancer portraying both the beautiful, tragic white swan and the alluring black swan. Audiences are captivated from the opening bars of Tchaikovsky’s music, making this production unforgettable, and a must see.
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Nevada Ballet Theatre presented Nicolo Fonte’s “Carmina Burana at the Smith Center, November 3-5, 2023.
The program opened with George Balanchine’s quintessential ballet, “Serenade,” to introduce the talented dancers, full orchestra, and over 70 pure operatic voices of the Las Vegas Master Singers. This masterpiece, set to Tchaikovsky’s “Serenade for Strings,” remains breathtaking in its classic elegance of form. Delicate blue tulle sweeps across a moonlit stage in perfect complement to the music in the transcendent beauty of dance.
After the intermission “Carmina Burana” took the audience in its swirling storm of love and pain, life and death, fate and will of force. Carmina Burana, composed in 1936 by Carl Orff, is based on 24 poems from the collection Carmina Burana as a cantana (a vocal composition, usually a choir, accompanies an instrumental accompaniment). It was first performed by the Oper Frankfurt on June 8, 1937, opening with “O Fortuna,” which was included in the Nevada Ballet Theatre performances.
Choreographed by Nicolo Fonte with stunning costumes and scenery by Ballet West and Chorus by Las Vegas Master Singers in a medieval setting with powerful music, just stunning. Live music was provided by Doris Lee Live Music fund and The Theodore and Doris Lee Family Foundation.
Nicolo, as a choreographer, is known for his unique movement language and the highly developed fusion of ideas, dance, and design. He is a first-generation American whose parents emigrated from Argentina. Nicolo studied at the Joffrey Ballet School in New York, the San Francisco Ballet, and the School of American Ballet. He also completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts at SUNY Purchase. He choreographs ballets worldwide. For more info, visit nicolofonte.com.
Las Vegas Master Singers is celebrating 30 years as a community-oriented chorus based in Las Vegas. The ensemble is the chorus-in-residence with the Las Vegas Philharmonic and a partnership with Opera Las Vegas, supplying the chorus for main stage productions. They have also collaborated with the Las Vegas Sinfonietta, the Henderson Symphony, the Nevada Chamber Symphony, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and the Nevada Ballet Theater. In 2024, the chorus will perform Morten Lauridsen’s Lux Aeterna at Carnegie Hall. For more info, visit lvmastersingers.org.