2017/2018
Adam Sklute’s 10th Anniversary Celebration When Adam Sklute first came to Ballet West, he brought his diverse background and expansive knowledge of classical ballet to a Company already known for a broad and eclectic repertoire. His vision was to weave the storied history of Ballet West with refreshed thinking and a contemporary outlook. Sklute’s dream was to mold the organization into one of the world’s most versatile ballet companies, capable of excelling at traditional classics, modern masterpieces, and unique cutting edge creations. This season, we will journey through all facets of the art form, celebrating Sklute’s expansive vision by showcasing his commitment to the spectacle of full-length ballets, his dedication to new works, and the culmination of his dream to inject a sparkling new life into Willam Christensen’s The Nutcracker. Join us for this journey. We’re saving a seat for you. Call 801·869·6920 to subscribe today.
adam sklute, ballet west ceo and artistic director. artists of ballet west | photos by kelli bramble
“ Over the past ten years I have worked to build a company of dancers as powerful, diverse, and majestic as the Rocky Mountain region we represent. I am proud that our Ballet West artists are now known worldwide for their glamour, theatricality, and technical strength.” —Adam Sklute
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serenade, choreography by george balanchine © the george balanchine trust. artists of ballet west | photo by luke isley
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artists of ballet west | photo by beau pearson
November 3–11
Carmina Burana with Serenade
In 1974, Willam Christensen shocked and excited audiences by presenting the Utah premiere of Carmina Burana, and it quickly grew into one of Ballet West’s most popular ballets. Now Sklute brings you a brand new version of this powerful dance theater work. This world premiere, created by resident choreographer Nicolo Fonte, will surge with transformative power and drama when an immense chorus joins the dancers on-stage singing Carl Orff’s unforgettable score. The program will open with Serenade, a piece of ethereal beauty that spotlights the artistic craft and genius of George Balanchine, performed to Tchaikovsky’s lush and moving Serenade for Strings.
“ Our resident choreographer, Nicolo Fonte, has an amazing gift for taking well-known pieces of music and illuminating them with his exciting and unexpected vision. From Bolero to The Rite of Spring, he has thrilled audiences with his unique and dynamic approach. Pairing Carmina Burana with George Balanchine’s elegant, windswept Serenade is to me, the perfect way to open my 10th anniversary season.”
—Adam Sklute
New sets and costumes
artists of ballet west | photo by beau pearson
december 2–30
The
Nutcracker No holiday season is complete without the festive cheer of The Nutcracker, and this year’s characters will pirouette, leap, and soar like you’ve never imagined. Join Ballet West for the grand unveiling of fantastical new sets, costumes, and special effects, framing Willam Christensen’s historic and renowned choreography and Tchaikovsky’s famous score. Bring your friends and family and rediscover why this is the longest-running full-length production in America.
“ We, as Utahns, should be very proud to have the first and longest running American production of The Nutcracker. I am honored to bring you all new sets and costumes for Mr. C’s wonderful ballet. My goal is to create new fascination for his evergreen classic while maintaining the integrity of his choreography and Tchaikovsky’s great score.”
—Adam Sklute
cinderella, choreography by sir frederick ashton, production directed and supervised by wendy ellis somes. principal artists beckanne sisk and chase o’connell | photo by beau pearson
february 9–25
Cinderella
Sir Frederick Ashton’s Cinderella is considered the world’s greatest version of this timeless fairy tale. In 2013, Sklute brought it to Utah, making Ballet West the second company in America allowed to perform this sparkling classic, which is filled with romance and comedy. With a visit from her fairy godmother, Cinderella is whisked off to the royal ball for a magical night with the handsome prince. Complete with a profound musical score by Sergei Prokofiev, this classic story is filled with spellbinding dance and hilarious hijinks for the entire family.
“ Before I came to Ballet West, I was part of a team that first brought this quintessentially British classic to America. In 2013, Ballet West became the second company in the United States to perform this brilliant and magical fairy tale ballet. I feel a closeness to this glorious Cinderella and love bringing you its joy, humor, and elegance.”
—Adam Sklute
the shakespeare suite, choreography by david bintley | first soloist allison debona and principal artist rex tilton photo by beau pearson
april 13–21
The
Shakespeare Suite with Return to a Strange Land and Summerspace
With its elegance, wit, and theatricality, this program highlights some of Adam Sklute’s favorite works. Jiří Kylián’s highly athletic and profoundly emotional Return to a Strange Land deals with love and loss, set to the evocative piano music of Leoš Janáček. In 1958, modern dance pioneer Merce Cunningham created his unique Summerspace in collaboration with composer Morton Feldman and artist Robert Rauschenberg. Ballet West becomes one of a very few companies in the world to produce this fascinating exploration into movement, music, and art. The program closes with British choreographer David Bintley’s brilliant The Shakespeare Suite. At times intense, at times hilariously funny, the ballet is a series of pop-culture vignettes of different Shakespeare plays accompanied by the jazz strains of Duke Ellington.
“ This Program is really a ‘Director’s Choice.’ The three works I’m presenting are unexpected favorites that are theatrically and artistically brilliant in unique ways. The little gem, Return to a Strange Land was one of my most favorite ballets to dance; Summerspace is a supreme collaboration of art, music, and dance; and The Shakespeare Suite delighted me from the moment I first saw it performed in England.” —Adam Sklute
artists of ballet west | photo by beau pearson
may 18–26
National Choreographic Festival Join Ballet West and four of America’s most esteemed ballet companies over two weekends as we celebrate another season of new works. This season, the festival will focus on the work of women choreographers and women artistic directors from around the world. Experience this unparalleled event with two different programs in the Eccles Theater, which will feature world premieres by Africa Guzman and Natalie Weir for Ballet West.
“ This festival was born from our wildly successful Innovations series. It is a program designed to present and promote the creation of new works for the ballet stage. It is about taking chances and seeing what other companies around the country are doing as well. I am thrilled to focus this Festival on the work of women who have given so much to our art form, but who are underrepresented in ballet leadership roles.” —Adam Sklute
artists of ballet west ii | photo by beau pearson
october 19–22
Ballet West II, family series
Aladdin Join the Ballet West II dancers and students from the Ballet West Academy for a magic carpet ride full of comedy, romance, and adventure. Follow an impoverished youth and an entire cast of colorful and magical characters as Aladdin strives to win the love of his beautiful princess and spoil the plans of the wicked magician.
“ The family series is designed to present a complete story ballet with narration and music in just one hour. I am tremendously proud to have launched this program at Ballet West, as I know it has introduced countless children and families to the joys of our art form.” —Adam Sklute
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Join thousands of other Ballet West lovers throughout the year at a variety of exciting special events, including: Beer and Ballet September 16 and April 6
annual Gala October 28
Opening Party for The Nutcracker, December 2
Sugar Plum Parties December 9, 10, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 26 and 30
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Nutcracker Costume Today Ballet West will premiere a brand new physical production of Willam Christensen’s beloved classic, The Nutcracker, during the winter of 2017 thanks to a very generous gift from the George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation. Connect your family to this much loved classic for many years to come by sewing your name into a costume. BalletWest.org/NutcrackerCampaign | 801·869·6919
some costumes available for sponsorship
Snow corps
Soldier
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Waltz of the flowers corps $1,500 or $500*
Russian $5,000 or $1,667*
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Sponsor Clara
SOLD OUT Party Dress
Tutu
$6,667/annually* $1,667/annually* for three years ($20,000 total)
for three years ($5,000 total)
Name in a Clara Costume
The Nutcracker performance, 2017 • (4) Complimentary VIP tickets in Orchestra I • Backstage tour prior to performance
Sponsorship of a Nutcracker performance, 2017 Year-long sponsorship of a Ballet West Artist Lead Name under Clara’s Legacy on the Nutcracker proscenium Lead Name on Clara Legacy’s plaque, hung in the Jessie Quinney Eccles Ballet Centre Limited Edition Prints of all (3) Clara Costumes, signed by David Heuvel
*All campaign benefits as promoted
Name listed under Clara’s Legacy on the Nutcracker proscenium Name listed on Clara Legacy’s plaque, hung in the Jessie Quinney Eccles Ballet Centre Limited Edition Prints of all (3) Clara Costumes, signed by David Heuvel
Nightdress
$333/annually*
for three years ($1,000 total ) Name listed under Clara’s Legacy on the Nutcracker proscenium Name listed on Clara Legacy’s plaque, hung in the Jessie Quinney Eccles Ballet Centre A Limited Edition Print of a selected Clara Costume, signed by David Heuvel
aladdin oct 19 – 7pm oct 20 – 7pm
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oct 22 – 2pm
carmina burana nov 3 – 7:30pm nov 4 – 7:30pm nov 8 – 7:30pm
nov 9 – 7:30pm nov 10 – 7:30pm
nov 11 – 2pm nov 11 – 7:30pm
the nutcracker dec 2 – 2pm dec 2 – 7pm dec 7 – 7pm dec 8 – 7pm dec 9 – 2pm dec 9 – 7pm dec 10 – 12pm dec 10 – 5pm dec 13 – 7pm dec 14 – 7pm
dec 15 – 7pm dec 16 – 2pm dec 16 – 7pm dec 17 – 12pm dec 17 – 5pm dec 20 – 7pm dec 21 – 2pm dec 21 – 7pm dec 22 – 2pm dec 22 – 7pm
dec 23 – 2pm dec 23 – 7pm dec 24 – 12pm dec 26 – 2pm dec 26 – 7pm dec 27 – 7pm dec 28 – 7pm dec 29 – 7pm dec 30 – 2pm dec 30 – 7pm sugar plum party
cinderella feb 9 – 7:30pm feb 10 – 2pm feb 10 – 7:30pm feb 11 – 2pm feb 14 – 7:30pm
feb 15 – 7:30pm feb 16 – 7:30pm feb 17 – 2pm feb 17 – 7:30pm feb 18 – 2pm
feb 22 – 7:30pm feb 23 – 7:30pm feb 24 – 2pm feb 24 – 7:30pm feb 25 – 2pm
the shakespeare suite apr 13 – 7:30pm apr 14 – 7:30pm apr 18 – 7:30pm
apr 19 – 7:30pm apr 20 – 7:30pm
apr 21 – 2pm apr 21 – 7:30pm
national choreographic festival program a may 18 – 7:30pm may 19 – 2pm may 19 – 7:30pm
program b may 25 – 7:30pm may 26 – 2pm may 26 – 7:30pm
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on front: return to a strange land artists of ballet west | photo by beau pearson on back: the shakespeare suite first soloist allison debona and principal artist rex tilton | photo by beau pearson