Ballet Masterworks: New York City Ballet’s 75th Anniversary Celebration

On October 11, 1948, New York City Ballet gave its inaugural performance at City Center of Music and Drama in celebration of their 75th Anniversary.  In this class, we will learn the history of the NYCB and view highlights of the opening night program presented by the legendary choreographer George Balanchine, including excerpts from three of his classics:

“Concerto Barocco” choreographed to Bach’s “Concerto in D Minor for Two Violins” (1941), one of Balanchine’s greatest neo-classical masterpieces.

Stravinsky’s “Orpheus” (1947) An iconic Balanchine work, “Orpheus” is a highly stylized, narrative ballet depicting Orpheus’ journey to rescue his beloved Eurydice from the underworld.

“Symphony in C” (1947)  Based on Georges Bizet’s “Symphony No. 1 in C Major.”  This ballet dazzles audiences with over fifty dancers and a spectacular finale uniting the entire  cast.

Michelle Audet was the Founding Director of New York City Ballet’s Education Department.

Two Sessions: 1:30-3:30 pm, February 15 and 22

The Cypress, Hilton Head Plantation, 20 Lady Slipper Lane (Back gate at the end of Squire Pope Road.)

The charge for membership is $50.  This allows you to take as many classes as you wish.

Reservations are required and may be made by calling 843-842-8250 or at www.lifelonglearning.org