Singapore Dance Theatre’s ‘Ballet Illuminations’ returns to Malaysia
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Don't miss this annual dance special happening from 5 to 7 May in KL and 12 to 14 May in Penang
For the eighth year running, some of the finest dancers in the region will grace our shores through performances by the Singapore Dance Theatre (SDT). The much anticipated 'Ballet Illuminations' makes its annual comeback this year with a special piece amidst its lineup that has never been seen before in Malaysia.
Showcasing the highlights from the company's repertoire, expect a diverse performance of classical and contemporary ballet by award-winning choreographers. 'Ballet Illuminations' will bring their talents to both the Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (KLPAC) and the Performance Arts Centre of Penang (PenangPAC).
DETAILS FOR KUALA LUMPUR:
Incomparable Beauty by Ma Cong | PREMIERE IN MALAYSIA
Created for SDT, it was inspired by the beautiful and emotive scores of Italian Composer, Ezio Bosso.
Swipe by Val Caniporali | PREMIERE IN KUALA LUMPUR
Originally created and premiered in 2011 for Richmond Ballet, Swipe is performed to the music of London based composer and producer of Electro, Hip-Hop and Dance music, Gabriel Prokofiev.
Raymonda Divertissements after Marius Petipa
One of the lasting ballet pieces choreographed by Marius Petipa, Raymonda was performed by SDT in its inaugural performance in 1988
Date/Time
5 May, 8.30pm
6 May, 3pm and 8.30pm
7 May, 2pm
Venue
Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre
Tickets
RM25 - RM152
DETAILS FOR PENANG:
Raymonda Divertissements after Marius Petipa
Blue Snow by Toru Shimazaki
Incomparable Beauty by Ma Cong
Date/Time
12 May, 8:30pm
13 May, 3pm and 8:30pm
14 May, 2pm
Venue
Performing Arts Centre of Penang
Tickets
RM18 - RM48
For tickets:
Call 0340479000 (KLPAC), 048991722/2722 (PenangPAC), or 037880799 (TicketPro). To buy online, click here for KL and here for Penang. Alternatively, walk in to any TicketPro outlet or the KLPAC and PenangPAC Box Office.
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