The Little Mermaid
Victorian State Ballet
Sunday 20 March 2:30pm
A
full length classical ballet production of the traditional fairy-tale story
The
Victorian State Ballet proudly presents The Little Mermaid in a full
length magical classical ballet production!
The Little Mermaid is a
new work in the VSB repertoire. Created in October 2018, the ballet
follows the narrative based predominately on the story by Hans Christian
Andersen. This widely known and much-loved story represented an
opportunity to bring to life an underwater world inhabited by myriad sea
folk and lively characters.
The choreography by Michelle Cassar de
Sierra is a stunning display of classical ballet with elements of physical
theatre that magically tell the tale.
The story unfolds in another
world where a young mermaid dreams of a life beyond the sea. She bears
witness to a shipwreck and comes to aid of a drowning sailor. Having saved
his life and having delivered him back to shore, her curiosity is
awakened, and throwing caution to the wind, she seeks the council of the
wise sea crone who advises her that all gifts come with a warning and
grants her the gift of transformation. Re-united with her sailor, she
struggles to conform with human ways and quickly discovers life in a
palace, chasing a prince, and navigating her new legs is not as easy as
she dreamed!
Come and see the magnificent costumes full of vibrant
colour, sets and props accentuating the beauty and splendor of this
magical place, together with the outstanding skill, artistry & technique
of the artists of the Victorian State Ballet. A must-see performance for
the whole family!
VSB’s production of the Little Mermaid endeavors
to immerse the audience right in amidst the fairy tale classic in a
profound experience that is exhilarating, impacting and visually inspiring.
Featuring
internationally recognized artists in leading roles in a rich display of
outstanding skill! One of the world’s favorite fairy tale classics is
retold through a superb production featuring classical ballet skill and
choreography which honour the spirit of this magical work - an inspiring,
impacting, entertaining and memorable experience for the whole family!
Don’t
miss out on seeing your favorite characters come to life, plus
exhilarating solos and pas de deuxs from the stunning leading couple.
Duration:
Approximately 2 hours 20 minutes including interval.
Members: $45
Full:
$65
Concession: $55
Youth U18: $45
Group 10+: $45
