C to C (Close to Chuck) reborn

Kathleen Breen Combes and James Whiteside by Rosalie O'Connor

Music	Philip Glass
Choreography	Jorma Elo
Premiere Date	October, 27, 2007, American Ballet Theater, New York City, New York
Costumes	Ralph Rucci
Lighting	Brad Fields
ScenicDesigner	Chuck Close
Performance Dates	2014
C. to C. (Close to Chuck) reborn speaks to the concept of overcoming limitations in life. Originally commissioned for American Ballet Theatre, Resident Choreographer Jorma Elo was inspired by the unique bond between Artist Chuck Close and Composer Philip Glass. The two friends have collaborated indirectly since the 1960s - Close has painted many portraits of Glass, who at the request of concert pianist Bruce Levingston composed A Musical Portrait of Chuck Close in 2005. Bruce Levingston, called "one of today's most adventurous musicians" by The New York Times premiered the first performance of the ballet and will accompany all performances at Boston Opera House. Featuring imaginative costumes by Ralph Rucci, the artwork of Chuck Close, and Glass' compelling score, Elo's C. to C. (Close to Chuck) has been described by The New York Times as "a hall of mirrors."