March 13 - March 23, 2014
“Cinderella” is an undisputed masterpiece of classical elegance - The Boston Globe
Boston Ballet presents the timeless fairytale classic Cinderella. A Boston Ballet Company Premiere - This expansive and lighthearted three act ballet tells the triumphant story of a young girl who encounters magic and love at a dazzling ball. With Sir Frederick Ashton's brilliant choreography and Sergei Prokofiev's delightful score this spectacular production is considered to be the greatest staging of the beloved tale.
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Events
Saturday, March 15, 2014 - Former Artistic Directors Panel Discussion
Celebrate our 50th season with this unique opportunity to hear from the artistic directors of Boston Ballet’s past and present. Event begins at 6 pm. Admission is free with ticket to the evening's performance of Cinderella.
Saturday, March 15, 2014 - Post Show Conversation with Mikko
A post-performance opportunity to meet Artistic Director Mikko Nissinen and hear his insights on the program following the performance.
On March 15 join Mikko Nissinen and special guests Wendy Ellis Somes and Malin Thoors as they discuss Ashton's Cinderella.
This informal discussion is free for all ticket holders and is held at the Boston Opera House immediately following the 7:30pm performance.
Saturday, March 22, 2014 - Pre-Curtain Talk
Dancers, choreographers, musicians, and special guests offer audience members an insider's view on the storyline, choreography, history, costumes, and music for the following season ballets.
This informal discussion is free for all ticket holders and is held at the Boston Opera House one hour before the 7:30pm performance.
Casting
Casting for week one
Casting for week two
Program Credits
MUSIC Sergei Prokofiev
CHOREOGRAPHY Sir Frederick Ashton
COSTUME AND SET DESIGN David Walker
LIGHTING DESIGN John Cuff
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Cinderella ©by Leslie Spatt
