Repertoire
Under the direction of celebrated Canadian choreographer Wen Wei Wang, Ballet Edmonton brings original contemporary ballet to theatres across the country.
Ballet Edmonton offers full evening or single works by celebrated and emerging Canadian choreographers.
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Current Repertoire
Le Quattro (28 min)
World Premiere Edmonton, Alberta, May 2019
choreography by Wen Wei Wang
choreography by Wen Wei Wang
Set to Antonio Vivaldi’s iconic masterpiece The Four Seasons, each movement is a musical homage to the season it reflects. From the serene beauty of snow to the kaleidoscope of colour that follows the frostbitten winter, Wen Wei Wang’s Le Quattro is a celebration.
“Behold, my friends, the spring has come. The earth has gladly received the embraces of the sun; and we shall soon see the results of their love!“
Sitting Bull
“Behold, my friends, the spring has come. The earth has gladly received the embraces of the sun; and we shall soon see the results of their love!“
Sitting Bull
NIGHTbox (30 min)
World Premiere Montreal, Quebec, 2015
choreography by Wen Wei Wang
choreography by Wen Wei Wang
An adrenaline-infused transportation back to the times of our youth, when the days were shorter and nights were longer.
Originally created for Les Ballet Jazz de Montréal. World premiered in 2015, Montreal, Quebec.
Originally created for Les Ballet Jazz de Montréal. World premiered in 2015, Montreal, Quebec.
SWAN (17 min)
World Premiere Vancouver, BC, 2016
choreography by Wen Wei Wang
choreography by Wen Wei Wang
First commissioned for Ballet BC in 2016, SWAN is an arresting and beautifully presented reimagining of the iconic characters of Swan Lake set to the music of Stravinsky and seen through a contemporary lens. Powerful and stunning - it is not to be missed.
the rite (28 min)
World Premiere Edmonton, Alberta, November 2019
choreography by Shay Kuebler
choreography by Shay Kuebler
Shay Kuebler has presented, choreographed and directed his energetic, physical work for The American Dance Festival, Les Grands Ballet Canadiens, Moment Factory and Decidedly Jazz Danceworks.
Last Words (27 min)
World Premiere Edmonton, Alberta, November 2018
choreography by Wen Wei Wang
choreography by Wen Wei Wang
Last Words is a poignant homage to the delicacy of life and how we face loss and move through grief. This piece is inspired by the sudden and unexpected passing of Orville Chubb, our friend and patron to the Edmonton arts community, and the husband of Ballet Edmonton board chair Trudy Callaghan. This piece is a gift to his family and a lovely narrative on the pain of saying goodbye and finding comfort in community.
Lighting design: Dorrie Deutschendorf
Dancers: Full Company
Lighting design: Dorrie Deutschendorf
Dancers: Full Company
Sum of All Parts (27 min)
World Premiere Edmonton, Alberta, May 2019
choreography by Gioconda Barbuto
choreography by Gioconda Barbuto
This stunning new 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.
Technical Specifications
A specific lighting plan can be developed for each venue after Ballet Edmonton receives house/technical specifications.
- Ballet Edmonton requires a complete set of technical plans including a scaled ground plan and equipment inventories provided approximately 6 weeks prior to the performance. Please include information on the pre-hung rep plot, time available in the theatre prior to first performance including crew availability and dressing rooms.
- The touring staff consists of a production stage manager/lighting designer, executive director/tour manager and rehearsal director/ballet master. Ballet Edmonton provides its own costumes and props.
- The venue must provide FOH and box office staff, lighting and sound equipment, soft goods, 2 technical crew, Marley on the stage surface and dressing room facilities as noted below.
Flooring Requirements
- Ballet Edmonton requires a stage deck with a secure black or white Marley surface. No carpet, concrete or tile.
Stage Requirements
- 40’ by 36’ wide deck surface is ideal. We can accommodate smaller with prior discussions and approval.
- Black backdrop
- Black curtains
- Minimum 3 sets of legs and borders
- Minimum 15’ clearance overhead stage
- Unobstructed crossover in back upstage backdrop
Lighting Requirements
- Sufficient instruments for tips. Approximately 16 areas open white.
- Sufficient instruments for an even down or back light wash. 3 colours plus open white.
- Minimum of 4 shins positions per side between 36 and 50 degrees.
Dressing Rooms
- Ballet Edmonton requires a minimum of two dressing spaces. One for women and one for men with adjoining restrooms that are not accessible to the public.
- Dressing rooms should be equipped with mirrors, lights and clothing racks.
- If possible, dressing rooms and backstage areas should be kept between 68 and 75 degrees.
Parking
- If applicable, a few parking passes are to be provided to the dance company upon arrival.
Typical load in 2-day schedule
Day 1:
10 A.M.- 6 P.M.
• Load in and hanging of lights with Ballet Edmonton’s artistic director, rehearsal director, and lighting designer/stage manager.
• Level set.
• Dancers require space to rehearse elsewhere.
Day 2:
Technical class/warm up on stage (1 hour)
• Dress/Tech/Run