Creative collaborations
Saturday 30 August 2008, 5pm to 6pm
the Arts Centre, State Theatre

The creation of a ballet is an extremely complex affair. It requires a choreographer, composer, designer and a band of dancers who are all sympathetic to the overall presentation of the work. Interplay is a programme that, more than most, relies on this magic mix of talented people, especially as each of the choreographers is working to a commissioned score. Our Music Director, Nicolette Fraillon will explain to us the complexities of these creative collaborations.
Associated programme Interplay    

Perfect partners
Saturday 13 September 2008, 5pm to 6pm
the Arts Centre, State Theatre

Sir Kenneth MacMillan was renowned for his ability to develop the character of the roles played by his principal dancers through the sensitivity of his choreography. In Manon the five pas de deux that he has given his principal lady shows her progression from a young innocent on the brink of womanhood to her eventual destruction. This talk will look at the way that MacMillan achieves this effect and the skills that the dancers need to interpret it.
Associated programme Manon    

Booking information   
$9 per person
Free for 2008 subscribers of The Australian Ballet and holders of the 2008 Dance Teacher Benefits Card. Simply present your card at the State Theatre door to gain admission on the day.

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