Oct 13 & 14, 2023

“Last Words,” which premiered in Edmonton, Alberta, in November 2018, was a touching tribute to Orville Chubb, a friend and patron of the arts in Edmonton. This piece was dedicated to his memory and served as a gift to his family.

Five years later, the work was re-created and renamed “Thousand Memories.” This title change reflects how time and distance can deepen our emotions and memories of lost loved ones. “Thousand Memories” is a poignant homage to the fragility of life and the way we navigate loss while cherishing the memories.

Choreography: Wen Wei Wang in collaboration with the dancers
Lighting: Dorrie Deutschendorf

Choreographer: Wen Wei Wang

Cast:
Ariana Barr
Chloe Bennett
Paula Cobo Botello
Adrian de Leeuw
Devon McLean
Connor McLeary
Diego Ramalho
Ben Waters

This stunning piece by Gioconda Barbuto explores the physical dialogue that develops in a collective atmosphere. This work reflects how we shape, shift, mold and encompass space. The audience will be immersed in a physical conversation; a manifestation of orchestral movement and honest intent. Sum of All Parts was created in collaboration with Ballet Edmonton dancers – both past and present.

Gioconda Barbuto
Gioconda is an internationally esteemed Italian-Canadian dancer and choreographer based in Vancouver. She was a long-time member of Les Grands Ballets Canadien and Nederlands Dans Theater. Recognized by many for her exceptional versatility and magnetism as a performer and soloist, she boldly embodied work by the most influential ballet and contemporary choreographers of the past few centuries. Barbuto has made many notable contributions to the Canadian contemporary dance milieu.

Lighting: Dorrie Deutschendorf

Choreographer: Gioconda Barbuto

Cast:
Ariana Barr
Chloe Bennett
Paula Cobo Botello
Adrian de Leeuw
Devon McLean
Connor McLeary
Diego Ramalho
Ben Waters
Matthew Wyllie