Texas Ballet Theater to present The Russian Masters

by PegNews wire

Texas Ballet Theater’s Artistic Director Ben Stevenson O.B.E. is proud to present The Russian Masters, an evening of classic and contemporary ballet featuring the work of George Balanchine, Michel Fokine, Alexander Borodin, and more for a one weekend only exclusive engagement in Fort Worth, October 2 – 4, 2009 at the Nancy Lee & Perry R. Bass Performance Hall. This is the first weekend of performances in Texas Ballet Theater’s 2009–2010 season.

Marvel at George Balanchine’s mastery of ballet in Serenade, accompanied by Tchaikovsky’s soaring score. Wonder at the power and grace that envelopes the stage in Michel Fokine’s Polovtsian Dances from Alexander Borodin’s Prince Igor. And be captivated by Texas Ballet Theater’s talented company as they showcase their talent in a series of pas de deux that includes Three Preludes, Flames of Paris, and Le Corsaire Pas De Deux.

The performance dates at Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth are: Friday, October 2 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, October 3 at 8 p.m.; and Sunday, October 4 at 2 p.m.

This show is suitable for all audiences. Tickets for The Russian Masters are now on sale and can be purchased by calling the Texas Ballet Theater ticketing hotline at 877-828-9200. Patrons may also visit the box office at Texas Ballet Theater’s Administrative Offices, 6845 Green Oaks Road, Fort Worth, 76116. Tickets are $19 to $99 per person, depending upon seating location. For more information, visit www.texasballettheater.org.

Source: Texas Ballet Theater