Informative talks
For everyone age ten to adult
Saturday 8 November 2008, 5pm to 6pm
Opera Theatre, Sydney Opera House
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 29 November 2008, 5pm to 6pm
Opera Theatre, Sydney Opera House
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.You can book a seat well in advance at the Box Office or just prior to the event. Simply present your card when booking.
Please note that 2008 Saturdays at five events are not on sale until Friday 8 February.
For bookings by phone, online or mail a $7.50 transaction fee applies per booking
In person
Sydney Opera House Box Office
By mail
Australian Ballet Bookings
PO Box R239, Royal Exchange
Sydney NSW 1225
(Cheques made payable to Sydney Opera House Trust )
Enquiries
(02) 9250 7777
