Galaxy: International Ballet Gala 2011
An extravaganza of sparkling stars and dance
<Hong Kong – 30 March 2011> Catch ballet stars from all over the world at Galaxy: International Ballet Gala 2011 which will be held from 27-29 May 2011 at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre’s Grand Theatre. Following the success of The Hong Kong Ballet’s gala in 2009, eight international stars have been invited to join The Hong Kong Ballet dancers in a celebration of dance.
Performing contemporary works will be The Hong Kong Ballet’s guest principal dancer, Tan Yuan Yuan and her partner Damian Smith. These stars of San Francisco Ballet who have been dancing together for many years, will bring beautiful pas de deux by two of the most sought-after contemporary choreographers, Yuri Possokhov and Edwaard Liang. The pieces, Diving into the Lilacs, Magrittomania and Somewhere in Time are superbly animated by Tan and Smith’s dancing, which has a graceful elegance, born of controlled energy, technical precision and emotional depth. Drew Jacoby and Rubinald Pronk are a contemporary dance pairing who have performed at galas across the world, presenting a bold, modern approach to ballet. Their pieces are striking for their seamless combination of traditional ballet techniques with a modern, exploratory aesthetic.
The gala will also feature a number of classical pieces, danced by guest stars from Europe. From English National Ballet come Senior Principal dancer Daria Klimentová and her partner, the rising star, First soloist Vadim Muntagirov who was nominated for English National Ballet’s Emerging Dancer Award 2011;they will be joined by the Dutch National Ballet’s Principal dancer Jurgita Dronina, and Dinu Tamazlacaru, a soloist at Berlin State Ballet (Staatsballett Berlin). Jurgita and Dinu will perform perhaps the best-known pas de deux in the classical repertoire, the pas de deux from Don Quixote. They will both bring solos; Jurgita’s solo, choreographed by Juanjo Arques, will have its world première at Galaxy.
Dancers from The Hong Kong Ballet including Jin Yao, Huang Zhen, Zhang Yao, Zhang Si Yuan, Liu Yu-yao and Wu Yan, will delight with a selection of both classical pieces and modern ballets, a comical satire of a pas de deux, and a world première of the pas de trois taken from Fei Bo’s short ballet which is currently in development, due to première in November 2011.
Each performance will showcase an array of pieces, with the programme varying slightly for each show. This is a fantastic opportunity for Hong Kong audiences to see a wide range of dance from The Hong Kong Ballet as well as international guests. The breadth of styles and talent promises to make this a Gala to remember.
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Galaxy International Ballet Gala 2011
27-28/5/2011 (7:30 pm)
28-29/5/2011 (2:30 pm)
$1000(VIP), $650, $400, $280, $140
Grand Theatre, Hong Kong Cultural Centre
Ticket available at URBTIX NOW
Ticketing Enquiries 2734 9009
Credit card booking 2111 5999
Internet booking www.urbtix.hk
Programme Enquiries 2105 9724 / marketing@hkballet.com
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Programme Plus
Autograph Session
29.5 (Sunday)
After matinee performance
For ticket holders only. Places are limited and are served on a first-come, first-serve basis.
A Preview of Galaxy: International Ballet Gala 2011
Date: 17.5.2011 (Tuesday)
Time: 7:30-8:45pm
Venue: Studio Theatre, Hong Kong Cultural Centre
Conducted in English
Free Admission
Our Artistic Director Madeleine Onne will give an introduction to the gala.
The audience will also have an exclusive opportunity to see a preview by dancers of the Company.
Places are limited, registration required. 2105 9724 / marketing@hkballet.com
Pre-performance Talk
Date: 27.5.2011 (Friday)
Time: 6:50pm
Venue: Level 2 Foyer, Hong Kong Cultural Centre
The programme is about 20 minutes long
Free admission with Galaxy tickets
Conducted in English with Cantonese translation.
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About The Hong Kong Ballet
One of the premier classical ballet companies in Asia, The Hong Kong Ballet celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2009. It is becoming internationally recognized as a world-class institution with an identity that fully reflects the unique vitality of Hong Kong.
The Company’s artistic team is led by Artistic Director Madeleine Onne, with 40 dancers originating from 10 countries and regions. The Company performs a repertoire that combines 19th and 20th century classical masterpieces, acclaimed contemporary works and new commissions. Since 1997, The Hong Kong Ballet has raised its international profile by conducting over 20 tours. An integral part of the Company’s activities is an extensive education and community outreach programme, which brings the art of ballet to students as well as to the wider community of Hong Kong.
For further information on The Hong Kong Ballet, please contact:
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Ye Fei-fei, Liu Yu-yao, Wu Fei-fei
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Jin Yao
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Tan Yuan Yuan and Damian Smith
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Tan Yuan Yuan and Damian Smith
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Tan Yuan Yuan
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Tan Yuan Yuan
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Drew Jacoby & Rubinald Pronk
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Drew Jacoby & Rubinald Pronk
(Photography: Amitava Sarkar)
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Drew Jacoby & Rubinald Pronk
(Photography: Marty Sohl)
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Jurgita Dronina
(Photography: Serguei Endinian )
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Jurgita Dronina
(Photography: Serguei Endinian)
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Daria Klimentova & Vadim Muntagirov |
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