Ballet Kelowna takes to the stage Feb. 16 and 17 to present two world premieres.
CEO and Artistic Director Simone Orlando choreographed for the company for the first time in four years.
乌鸦传媒楧elicate Fire乌鸦传媒� is inspired by the music of Canadian composer Jocelyn Morlock and is centred around the myth of Aphrodite and Adonis.
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The second piece is called 乌鸦传媒楳ustard乌鸦传媒� choreographed by Robert Stephen.
Stephen乌鸦传媒檚 piece is an adaptation of an award-winning play by Kat Sandler and focuses on imaginary friends.
乌鸦传媒淥ne of the things that really drew me to Mustard is its childlike sense of wonder,乌鸦传媒� Stephen said. He described it as a family drama and a work that both ballet lovers and newcomers can enjoy.
The double bill 乌鸦传媒淭urning Point乌鸦传媒� will be presented at the Kelowna Community Theatre. can be purchased online or at the box office.
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