City Ballet of Los Angeles Presents Peter and the Wolf Jump Cool
Ford Amphitheatre (2580 Cahuenga Blvd. East Hollywood, CA 90068)
- Full Price:
- $30.00
- Our Price:
- $15.00*
* Additional fees apply.
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The last date listed for Peter and the Wolf Jump Cool was Monday July 6, 2009 / 8:30pm.
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Goldstar Member Tips
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Saddi on Other
The amphitheater is outdoors so come prepared. You can bring blankets, and pillows.
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Saddi on What to Wear
Not too dressy. Business casual or casual is fine.
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sandra b on What to Wear
Casual attire
Goldstar Member Reviews
KZ
The Ford Theatre was quite a pleasant surprise all the way from the front entrance into the main seating area. Our preference is typically for small intimate theatres so wasn't expecting the Ford's 1241 seat capactiy to be as intimate as it felt! The small cafe-like areas 'outside' the main theatre are a fantastic boon and most pleasant to interact with.Written on Jun 11 2009
The ballet performances for us were disappointing. It felt as if the troupe was unfamiliar with the stage, i.e., each dancer's 'space' was unfamiliar to each other - even to the point of almost bumping in to another dancer. We're guessing that'll change with more performances.
All in all we were glad we went.
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sandra b
The Ford Amphittheatre was a charming locale for the talented Los Angeles Ballet Company dancers. I really enjoyed their performances. From the audience's response, it appeared everyone else enjoyed as well. Jazz played by the four-piece combo preceding the ballet was a cool bonus. We will certainly go see LA Ballet Company again and will definately go to other events at the Ford!Written on Jun 08 2009
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OUTSTANDING performances! I'd sing praises if I could sing. Wonderful adaptation of Peter and the Wolf. Performances prior to intermission equally as wonderful. Took my whole family ages 10-66 and everyone enjoyed it!Written on Jun 08 2009
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Gregg T. Daniel
City Ballet of Los Angeles under the artistic leadership of choreographer Robyn Gradenhire is a unique and exciting dance company. Ms Gardenhire's satirical and "mod" retake of Peter and the Wolf was a delight to watch. Her dancers are solid characters actors as well as technically sound. I encourage everyone interested in dance to watch for future outings by this worthy company.Written on Jun 08 2009
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More Information About Peter and the Wolf Jump Cool
Description
<p>Influenced by the likes of Pina Bausch, Matthew Bourne and George Balanchine, Artistic Director/Choreographer Robyn Gardenhire turns this classical ballet into a slick 1960s revue, transporting us to swinging 60s London on a hunt for the Wolf himself. This hip translation of the 1936 classical Russian ballet, set to the 1966 Verve label adaptation arranged by Oliver Nelson and featuring the nimble genius of Hammond organist “The Incredible Jimmy Smith,” is choreographed by company Artistic Director Robyn Gardenhire. Gardenhire and her ensemble strive to present ballet in bold and engaging ways for eclectic Los Angeles audiences.</p> <p>This psychedelic whirlwind presents a unique merging of precise, classical ballet and popular culture, where dancers in high heels and pointe shoes also skank and glide to 1960s London ska in this jazz improvisation of the original score. The dances run the gamut from ecstatic, fast-paced numbers and hard bop to tender lyrical ballads with a cool modern twist.</p> <p>At sixteen, after training in Compton and Los Angeles with Irina Kovsmaska and Tatiana Lichine at Los Angeles Ballet, Robyn Gardenhire was offered a position with Joffrey Ballet II in New York City - one of the youngest African-Americans ever to be offered a contract with the Joffrey apprentice company. She went on to dance with the White Oak Project and American Ballet Theatre, Mark Morris, Karole Armitage and the Cleveland Ballet. With her wealth of experience as a dancer and these maverick choreographic influences, Robyn Gardenhire has carved out a mission for City Ballet of Los Angeles: to create cutting-edge classical ballet.</p>
About the Ticket Supplier: City Ballet of Los Angeles
The mission of the City Ballet of Los Angeles is to
sustain a dance institution that reflects the
economic and racial diversity of Los Angeles, by
presenting quality artistic programming and
training to all dancers and audience members
from different cultural and ethic backgrounds.