Ballet Cymru, Catrin Finch and
The Riverfront Theatre present
The Light Princess
A new full length ballet for 2017 with a new score by brilliant Welsh harpist, composer and recording artist Catrin Finch in collaboration with The Riverfront Theatre in Newport, The Light Princess is the lightest and brightest dance event of the year.
Using elements of circus and outstanding classical choreography the story draws inspiration from Sleeping Beauty, telling the story of a princess afflicted by a constant weightlessness, unable to get her feet on the ground, until she finds a love that brings her down to earth.
Featuring ground breaking video projections and stunningly vibrant costumes The Light Princess will transport you to a world of laughter, beauty and wonder.
George MacDonald's quirky and timeless tale takes on a new life, interpreted in dance by some of the finest dancers in the world to the haunting and lyrical music of Catrin Finch.
Ballet Cymru are a young, vital group of dancers who are pushing back the barriers of classical ballet. Using powerful and timeless stories the company challenges its dancers to interpret some of the finest characters in literature. Under the Artistic Direction of Darius James, the company continues to develop its relationship with audiences through accessible outreach work and exceptional, stylish performances.
Awards & Nominations
Award: Critics Circle National Dance Audience Award 2006
Award: Creative Wales Award for Artistic Director Darius James in 2008
Nominations x 2: Best Dance Production 2012 for Theatre Critics of Wales Awards 2013
Award: Best Large Scale Dance Production 2013 at the Wales Theatre Awards 2014
Nomination: Best Independent Company 2015, Critics Circle National Dance Audience Awards 2016
This is a co-production between Ballet Cymru and The Riverfront Theatre
www.welshballet.co.uk
Tickets: £21.50, £19.00, £16.00
Buy a ticket for both balletcymru productions in the same transaction and receive £5.00 off a ticket. Discount will be applied at checkout
All ticket prices are inclusive of a £1.00 restoration fee