GUELPH – Get ready to be swept away into the enchanting world of Avonlea as the beloved classic, Anne of Green Gables: The Ballet, at the River Run Centre on Jan. 14 at 2pm.
The story of Anne Shirley has captivated the hearts of Canadians for generations and now, one of the country’s most renowned and well-travelled dance companies delivers the beloved tale to audiences in a playful, colourful and evocative production.
Currently touring across the continent and receiving standing ovations from audiences of all ages, this breathtaking production brings Lucy Maud Montgomery’s cherished story to life through the artistry of dance.
Embracing the tale of the imaginative red-headed orphan, this ballet adaptation transports audiences to the picturesque landscapes of Prince Edward Island and the heartwarming moments that have captivated readers for generations.
Bengt Jörgen is the artistic director, CEO and co-founder of Ballet Jörgen. The company is known for the warmth and beauty of its productions and each year, they tour more than 50,000 kilometres across Canada’s 10 provinces and into the United States.
Ballet Jörgen is dedicated to bringing professional ballet to communities large and small, urban and rural. With more than 1,500 performances annually, the company engages over 60,000 participants each year, organizers state.
Anne of Green Gables: The Ballet is based on Anne of Green Gables: The Musical with a score composed by Norman Campbell, arranged by Alexander Levkovich and recorded by The National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine in Kyiv, July 2019.
Audiences can expect world-class choreography, stunning costumes and a magnificent score in this classic ballet blending seamlessly together to deliver L.M. Montgomery’s timeless story of love, friendship and the pursuit of dreams.
With its universal themes and choreography, this performance promises to be an unforgettable event for families, friends and fans of dance and literature alike.
Be sure to catch the magic of Anne’s extraordinary adventures in Anne of Green Gables: The Ballet on Jan. 14.
Tickets to the show are $49 for adults, $47 for patrons over 60, $29 for those under 30 and $25 each for children under 14 years of age.
For more information or to purchase, please call 519-763-3000, visit River Run Centre’s Box Office at 35 Woolwich Street in Guelph, or go to riverrun.ca.
