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Civic Ballet presents original ballet inspired by ‘Into the Woods’ on April 7

Posted at 8:51 pm March 31, 2018
By Wendie Aurin Leave a Comment

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The Oak Ridge Civic Ballet Association will present an original ballet inspired by “Into the Woods” on Saturday, April 7, at the Oak Ridge High School Performing Arts Center.

Artistically directed by Molly Koon Quist along with assistant artistic director Sharon Nicklow-Cousins and assistant to the directors Sarah Jett, “Into the Woods” offers a unique take on some of your favorite fairy tales, a press release said.

“This is the first time we are performing this particular show,” said Wendie Aurin, assistant production manager. “Our dancers are excited to bring the stories of Cinderella, Rapunzel, Red Riding Hood, and more to life in this entertaining ballet.”

Tickets for “Into the Woods” are on sale now at www.orcba.org or tickets may be purchased at Mott’s Floral Design on Tulane Avenue, the press release said. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Dancing, Entertainment, Front Page News, Top Stories Tagged With: ballet, Into the Woods, Molly Koon Quist, Oak Ridge Civic Ballet Association, Oak Ridge High School Performing Arts Center, ORCBA, Sarah Jett, Sharon Nicklow-Cousins, Wendie Aurin

ORCBA celebrates 50th season, Tchaikovsky

Posted at 6:11 pm November 22, 2013
By Oak Ridge Today Staff Leave a Comment

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In recognition of its 50th season, the Oak Ridge Civic Ballet Association is celebrating Tchaikovsky, opening its season this weekend with the annual production of “The Nutcracker.”

The season will end in April with “Sleeping Beauty” and “Swan Lake.”

The University of Tennessee Chamber Orchestra will perform The Nutcracker this weekend with ORCBA.

“Don’t miss this unique opportunity to enjoy ballet performed with a live orchestra,” the association said. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Dancing, Entertainment, Music, Top Stories Tagged With: ballet, Oak Ridge Civic Ballet Association, Oak Ridge High School Performing Arts Center, ORCBA, orchestra, Tchaikovsky, The Nutcracker, University of Tennessee Chamber Orchestra, Wendie Aurin

Oak Ridge Civic Ballet presents The Ugly Duckling on Saturday, March 31

Posted at 12:50 pm March 29, 2012
By Dawn Huotari Leave a Comment

The Oak Ridge Civic Ballet Association will present two one-act ballets on Saturday, March 31st.

The first act is The Ugly Duckling, a vignette ballet with narration telling the famous story by Hans Christian Andersen, directed by Sharon Nicklow-Cousins. This is an original work by ORCBA, which was first performed in 2006. The dances feature many creatures and characters, including Ducklings, Swans, Geese, Wood Ducks, Forest Animals, Woodsmen, and Chicks. Frank Murphy of WWST Star 102.1 will narrate.

The second act is Masquerade by Aram Khachaturian, a ballet with both dark and lively moments. This act features the Junior and Senior Corps of ORCBA, and is directed by Molly Koon Quist.

There are two show times on March 31st, at 2PM and 7PM. Both performances are at the Oak Ridge High School Auditorium. Tickets are $20.00 for Adults, $15.00 for Seniors 55 and up, and $10.00 for Students 5 and up. Tickets are available online at www.orcba.org and at the door; other ticket locations can be found listed on the web site.

Information provided by Glenn Arnold with ORCBA

Filed Under: Dancing Tagged With: ballet, ORCBA, The Ugly Duckling

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