2007 - 2008 Season
Sleeping Beauty
Sunday October 7, 2007 @ 3:00 PM A condensed version of Tchaikovsky's classic ballet brings the fairy tale of Princess Aurora to life. An evil spell is cast over the Princess at her christening. On her 16th birthday she pricks her finger on a spinning wheel and the kingdom falls into a 100-year sleep. The spell is finally broken when a handsome Prince awakens Sleeping Beauty with a kiss. 'Twas the Night Before Christmas
Friday November 23, 2007 @ 7:00 PM Saturday November 24, 2007 @ 11:00 AM & 3:00 PM Sunday November 25, 2007 @ 3:00 PM
This original ballet, based on Clement
C. Moore's familiar poem
Carnival of the Animals
Saturday February 9, 2008 @ 11:00 AM & 3:00 PM Sunday February 10, 2008 @ 3:00 PM Performances at St. Cecilia Music Center
A premier performance of the newest addition to the CARE repertoire! John Lithgow's delightful children's book, A Carnival of the Animals, provides the storyline for this original ballet, set to a composition by Saint-Saens. A young boy falls asleep in a Natural History Museum, and in his dreams the animals of the museum come to life and take on some of the characteristics of his family and friends. Take a Look Back at our Past Seasons! |
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set to familiar Christmas music, has
become a holiday tradition in Grand Rapids. Mischievous
mice, dancing stockings, and Santa with his sleigh and prancing reindeer
combine to create a magical holiday treat. The performance includes an
opportunity to visit with Santa and the cast on stage after the show, so
don't forget your camera!