I have a confession to make, I’ve only ever been to one ballet, and that is The Nutcracker. I have seen it several times over the years, but I have yet to see another Cincinnati Ballet performance. Not for lack of wanting, but because I just couldn’t make it happen. That is all about to change in February because my family is going to see ALICE (in wonderland) at the Aronoff Center for the Arts, and I absolutely cannot wait! I have heard that ALICE (in wonderland) is fabulous, with glorious dancing, out of this world costumes and beautiful music made by the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. Judging from what I have read about this show it is going to be sensational. Not only was I lucky enough to receive tickets to this show, but I also have a voucher good for TWO TICKETS to give to one lucky winner! Read more about the show and then enter to win below! And be sure to tell your friends about this giveaway. I really can’t think of a better Valentine’s weekend outing than to go to see ALICE!
Details about ALICE (in wonderland) ::
Cincinnati Ballet presents the return of the wildly popular ALICE (in wonderland) this Valentine’s Day weekend, February 13-15 at the Aronoff Center for the Arts. Audiences have five opportunities to see this bold, spectacular take on Lewis Carroll’s classic stories with live instrumentation by the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra.
From the revolutionary vision of The Washington Ballet’s Septime Webre, ALICE (in wonderland) is refreshingly original, having premiered regionally in 2012, and showcases modern production elements such as elaborate, eye-popping scenery and characters who take flight. The production features gorgeous costumes by Liz Vandal and a commissioned score by Matthew Pierce. Cincinnati audiences may be familiar with Webre as the choreographer of Cincinnati Ballet’s praised production of Peter Pan, performed earlier this season. Liz Vandal is a celebrated costume designer whose unique, elaborate designs have graced the stage of Cirque du Soleil.
The original score was created for an ensemble orchestra, but Cincinnati audiences will experience a version that is expanded to utilize the breadth of the magnificent Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. Webre worked closely with composer, Pierce, throughout the creative process to give each character its own unique musical sound effects, bringing each of the favorite characters to life on stage. The vibrant cast is comprised of a combination of Cincinnati Ballet dancers, children from the Otto M. Budig Academy and even some larger than life puppets. When paired with Pierce’s unique score, they are sure to pull the audience right down the rabbit hole with Alice.
“‘Alice’ is a treat. A triumph. A blockbuster, too,” writes Cincinnati Enquirer Contributor, David Lyman. “…Smart, wildly entertaining, occasionally dark, this is the sort of production that reassures you that what some think of as an archaic art form has a lively, intriguing future.”
STORY
Webre, with his typical flair for storytelling, draws inspiration from Lewis Carroll’s classic tales Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass and What Alice Found There. A polite and well-mannered child, Alice finds herself in a fantastical but irreverent world where the rules of social etiquette don’t matter and time is irrelevant. She learns how to adapt to this new world and eventually becomes the heroine that brings down the Queen of Hearts and her house of cards.
Webre’s unique take results in an unusual twist. As Alice chases the White Rabbit into Wonderland, the wacky characters she discovers are oddly familiar. Although she can’t quite make the connection, the audience discovers that Alice’s overbearing mother has become the Queen of Hearts, her sisters have become Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, and Lewis Carroll has become the Mad Hatter.
Visually stunning and filled with wonder, Webre’s vibrant new take on Lewis Carroll’s masterpiece is an experience not to be missed!
Ticket Information: ALICE runs from February 13- February 15 at the Aronoff Center. To find out more about show times and ticket pricing call 513.621.5282, visit cballet.org or visit the Cincinnati Ballet Box Office at 1555 Central Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45214 Tickets start at $32
Giveaway ::
The Details ::
I have a voucher good for TWO TICKETS to see The Cincinnati Ballet’s performance of “Alice” at the Aronoff. I will draw one random winner on Wednesday, January 21st at 2pm. The winner will be emailed and have 24 hours to contact me via email or another name will be drawn. I will mail the voucher to the winner and you will be responsible for taking the voucher to the Cincinnati Ballet Box Office to exchange for tickets.
The following entries are optional BONUS entries! How to Enter (answer this question):1. Why do you want to win this giveaway?
2. Check out The Little Things Blog & Cincinnati Ballet on Facebook, and then leave a comment below telling me that you did so.
Disclaimer: I was given a ticket voucher to give away as well as two tickets for my family to attend the show. The opinions are 100% my own!
All photos are ©Peter Mueller, provided by the Cincinnati Ballet
