Dance Theatre of Tennessee presents “Latin Heat and other ballets” – an evening of Nashville premieres highlighting the best in classical, contemporary and modern works.
Dance Theatre of Tennessee invites you to the hottest post-Valentine ticket in town with “Latin Heat and other ballets”, a celebration of dance, music and love. Performances will be Saturday, March 3, 2012 – 7:30 pm and Sunday, March 4, 2012 - 2:00pm at Father Ryan HS Auditorium, 700 Norwood Drive, Nashville, TN 37204. The Saturday night performance will be preceded by a pre-show discussion with the choreographers at 7:00pm.
Led by longtime Nashville Principal Dancer and Artistic Director Christopher Mohnani, Dance Theatre of Tennessee (DTT) is Middle Tennessee’s newest force in dance and theater entertainment.
With its mission of “bringing ballet to the people,” DTT continues to offer cutting edge choreography while honoring time-tested classics. A follow up to last season’s successful “Aspects of Love;” DTT’s “Latin Heat and other ballets” will offer 4 premieres that will give every dance lover all they desire – wonderful dancing and choreography together with memorable and familiar music that will leave audiences wanting more.
Included in the evening is DTT’s premiere of a George Balanchine piece to music by Glinka. “Valse Fantaisie” – a spirited charmer of a dance in which a myriad of steps and jumps are packed within a compressed time frame. A perfect introduction to a Balanchine ballet and a great honor for DTT as companies are evaluated by the George Balanchine Trust and Foundation to make sure they are up to the standard set by the choreographer before being allowed to perform. “Valse Fantaisie” is being restaged by former New York City ballet soloist and ballerina Stacey Calvert.
Other pieces in the evening include “Inclined To Be That Way” choreographed by MTSU Dance Department Chair Kim Neal Nofsinger and set to music by country music legend Patsy Cline and “Ecole de Ballet” choreographed by Ballet Manila Artistic Associate Osias Barroso set to Czerny’s dramatic and powerful music.
Anchoring the evening is “Fado de Amour” a premiere by Hubbard Street’s Ron De Jesus featuring Latin influenced music and dance in an explosive exploration of love and relationships. Ron de Jesus is an in demand choreographer in the ballet, concert and Broadway world. A leading dancer with Hubbard Street Dance Chicago and Twyla Tharp for 17 years, he brings his trademark sexy and energetic style to DTT. “Latin Heat and other ballets” – is sure to offer an exciting evening filled with something for everyone.
Tickets are available by visiting www.ticketsnashville.com. General admission tickets are $20 ($15 for students with valid ID) if bought online and are $25 ($20 for students with valid ID) at the door. A pre-show discussion will be held 30 minutes before theater doors open.
This series is presented in part by Metro Nashville Arts Commission, Nashville Scene and Hotel Preston.
For more information, visit the Dance Theatre of Tennessee website at www.dancetheatretn.org, www.facebook.com/dancetheatretn, call 615-391-5500 or email dance@dancetheatretn.org.
About Dance Theatre of Tennessee:
Dance Theatre of Tennessee was born out of a desire to blend the elegance and strength of world-class professional dancers with the budding creativity and energy of youth. Through the inspiration of principal dancer and Artistic Director, Christopher Mohnani, DTT provides unique educational and performance opportunities through its professional company and youth ensemble.
With the goal of exposing new audiences throughout Middle Tennessee to the beauty and excitement of live dance theatre, DTT travels the area creating affordable, accessible entertainment while maintaining unrivaled artistry.
Outstanding instructors with unrivaled credentials offer the students of DTT’s Academy the highest level of training. Studio programs are provided in numerous styles and levels to suit recreational, adult and pre-professional dancers.
In less than two years, DTT has reached thousands through its numerous professional performances and community outreach programs. It has partnered with fellow arts organizations and assisted other non-profits through its free performances.
DTT has hosted principal artists from around the globe and through grants and private donations, highly esteemed choreographers and repetiteurs have set pieces on the company and offered community masterclasses.
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