One of Shakespeare's most famous plays will take the stage in Chilliwack in the form of a ballet in May.
Ballet Kelowna presents Macbeth at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre on Saturday, May 10. This re-imagining of Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy blends classical technique with contemporary choreography.
Following the titular character, Macbeth weaves through a story of a brave soldier whose heady ambitions to Scotland’s throne turn him into a callous murderer. Spurred on by his wife, Lady Macbeth, these two become helplessly entangled in a fate that they cannot escape as their paranoia and ruthless decisions lead them to an unerring end.
The ballet features choreography from Canadian choreographic start Alysa Pires, an original score by Dora Award-winning music director, composer and lyricist Adam Sakiyama, and atmospheric multimedia visuals from Okanagan landscape artist Jane Everett.
The performance marks the first time in more than 40 years that a Canadian ballet company has commissioned a female Canadian choreographer to create a full-length work.
Prior to the show, guests can take part in the Cursed Masquerade, where they are invited to wear their finest mask and attire, and step into a world of mystery and elegance. Enjoy signature cocktails, mingle to live music, and revel in the atmosphere of enchantment and intrigue before this performance.
Macbeth, presented by Ballet Kelowna is coming to the Chilliwack Cultural Centre on Saturday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $49, with membership program discounts available, and can be purchased at the Centre Box Office, online at chilliwackculturalcentre.ca, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469).
