Events

The Nutcracker
Date: 12/14/2007
Through: 12/16/2007

Tchaikovsky's master suite returns to Overture Hall featuring an all new cast of professional dancers. The Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra, under the direction of Maestro Andrew Sewell, accompanies the stunning choreography by Artistic Director W. Earle Smith with all the lavish sets, dynamic lighting, and colorful costumes that make it everyone's favorite Yuletide confection.

Friday, Dec. 14 – 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 15 – 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 16 – 1 p.m. & 6 p.m. Overture Center Tickets are available now Ticket Prices start at $11 Overture Box Office: 608-258-4141 Or online at www.MadisonBallet.org.

Peter Pan
Date: 4/12/2008
Through: 4/13/2008

Don't miss the world premiere of Artistic Director W. Earle Smith's interpretation of J.M. Barrie's timeless classic. Join Peter, Wendy, Michael, John and Tinker Bell as they take the stage -and into the air- with fantastic fl ight sequences, thrilling choreography, a 3-story pirate ship and an amazing, dancing crocodile you have to see to believe. Set to Composer Stewart Wallace's lyrical score as performed by the Madison Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Maestro John DeMain, PETER PAN is perfect for the entire family—and sure to earn a popular place in Madison Ballet's repertoire.

Saturday, Apr. 12 – 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 16 – 2 p.m.

Overture Center
Tickets on sale now.
Ticket Prices start at $33
Overture Box Office: 608-258-4141
Or online at www.madisonballet.org.

Pure Ballet!
Date: 5/16/2008
Through: 5/17/2008

A unique offering of local choreographers and Madison Ballet's, Artistic Director W. Earle Smith, Pure Ballet! is dance at its most elemental and exciting. Premiering original works in Overture Center's Promenade Hall, PURE BALLET! includes W. Earle Smith's live commentary and insight, making it an exceptional opportunity to discover the very essence of ballet in its purest form. A varied program of solos and corps works, Pure Ballet! is a delight for balletomanes and beginners alike.

Friday, May 16, 7:30 pm
Saturday, May 17, 2:00 pm & 7:30 pm

Tickets are available now. Tickets: $25, general seating in Promenade Hall Overture Box Office: 608-258-4141

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