Ballet Arizona invites you to Cacti & Other Works, a spring mixed program at Orpheum Theatre. Audiences experience the best of contemporary and classical ballet in one performance. Three short ballets unfold like a collection of dance-driven short stories. Each piece showcases masterful, inventive choreography and dynamic musical scores.
The program opens with a ballet inspired by the resilient beauty of desert cacti. Striking silhouettes and sharp movements capture the Sonoran landscape’s spirit. The second work blends traditional ballet technique with modern, fluid partnering. Dancers move in seamless unison, highlighting Ballet Arizona’s renowned precision and artistry. The final ballet bursts with playful rhythms, inventive lifts, and unexpected twists. Bright costumes and dramatic lighting complete the visual feast.
Orpheum Theatre’s historic stage provides an intimate setting for Cacti & Other Works. Every seat offers a clear sightline to the dancers’ every leap and turn. The theatre’s superb acoustics ensure the score resonates with emotional depth. Audiences feel fully immersed in each ballet’s unique world.
Ballet Arizona’s talented ensemble brings each work to life with passion and grace. The dancers’ athleticism and expressive power highlight every choreographic detail. Artistic Director Ib Andersen curates this program to celebrate innovation and tradition. The production team’s designs—sets, costumes, and lighting—enhance each ballet’s mood and story.
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