Blacksburg, Virginia
BOOK OF MOUNTAINS AND SEAS
March 24 | Moss Arts Center, Virginia Tech

COMPOSER and LIBRETTIST:
Huang Ruo

DIRECTOR and PRODUCTION DESIGN:
Basil Twist

STARRING:
Ars Nova

Book of Mountains & Seas is a work of vocal-theatre for 12 singers,two percussionists, and 6 puppeteers. It is inspired by the ancient Chinese compilation of early myths of the same title, which was first transcribed in 4th century B.C. Over the years, these mythological stories have become part of Chinese written and oral history, shifted and reshaped to match contemporary times. Book of Mountains and Seas is a 21st-century adaptation through the lens of our modern-day relationship with the natural world.

The creation stories conjure a sense of respect and awe for the environment and the water stories challenge us to be good stewards of the natural resources we have been given.

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San Francisco Ballet
CINDERELLA
MAR 31–APR 8

Christopher Wheeldon -of An American in Paris fame -transforms the timeless tale of Cinderella© with stunning style, charming twists, and mesmerizing visual effects. This magical ballet leaves behind the fairy godmother and talking mice in favor of a delightfully human story with a hopeful heroine, a noble prince, and magical elements such as an enormous billowing tree, whimsical creatures, and a carriage whose magical creation onstage will take your breath away. Set to the gorgeous score by Sergei Prokofiev, and mesmerizing visual effects by Basil Twist; Wheeldon’s Cinderella©  is a fairy tale for our time.

MAR 31–APR 8

COMPOSER
Sergei Prokofiev

CHOREOGRAPHER
Christopher Wheeldon

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THE NUTCRACKER
The Joffrey Ballet

December 2–27, 2023

Witness the magical 1893 Chicago World’s Fair with young Marie and her Nutcracker Prince in two-time Tony Award® winning choreographer Christopher Wheeldon’s holiday masterpiece. It’s a celebratory Christmas Eve, and thanks to a surprise visit from the enchanting Great Impresario, Marie embarks on a spellbinding adventure into a realm of spectacle and wonder. Experience our holiday magic in this must-see tradition boldly reimagined for a new generation.

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