Having graced some of the world’s most popular stages, ‘We call it Ballet’ arrives in Detroit, blending elegance, art and pure enchantment. It’s a multi-sensory journey through lands far far away, where countless LED lights adorned in the dancers’ costumes flow with every pirouette and leap.
The interplay between movement and atmospheric illumination will transform the stage of The Redford Theatre into a real-life fairytale. On selected dates over the coming months, ‘We call it Ballet’ will retell the classic story of The Sleeping Beauty. It’s great for a romantic date, a night out with friends or a solo adventure into the world of artistic wonder. It’s gearing up to be a feast for the eyes and the soul so don’t wait too long to secure tickets because places are limited.
What is “We call it Ballet”?
‘We call it Ballet’ redefines the boundaries of traditional ballet, combining classical choreography with mesmerizing light displays to create a truly immersive performance. Thanks to the stunning LED lights sewn into the ballerinas’ costumes, the world-renowned Sleeping Beauty ballet receives a luminous twist. Whether you’re new to ballet or are a real aficionado, this experience is open to all audiences.
Ballet, its storytelling and the show
Every movement in ballet has a meaning and each character has a distinct choreography that reflects their personality. This is how timeless ballets like The Sleeping Beauty tell a story through dance. For instance, Prince Desiré’s outstretched arms may symbolize longing, while a hand on Princess Aurora’s heart or shoulder might show love and affection.
At ‘We call it Ballet’, expect the art form’s expressive choreography with graceful pirouettes and gravity-defying leaps, plus light-changing costumes, recorded narration and an abridged version of the iconic Tchaikovsky soundtrack. Through these elements the show will leave you spellbound long after the final bow.
No time to wait—prepare to awaken from the winter’s long and dark slumber and immerse yourself in Princess Aurora’s enthralling story.
The performances will take place at The Redford Theatre in Detroit’s Old Redford Neighborhood. Each performance lasts 60 minutes and doors open 45 minutes before curtain. What’s more, don’t forget that the seats are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. So make sure to arrive early to secure the best seats.