The Merry Widow : September 6 - 16
The ballet was created for the Australian Ballet by Sir Robert Helpmann (a principal ballet dancer and choreographer), who obtained permission from the heirs of the composer and the librettists (Viktor Léon and Leo Stein), by special arrangement with Glocken Verlag Ltd. of London.
The scenario and staging were designed by Helpmann, the choreography by Ronald Hynd, the orchestration by John Lanchbery (who was then the musical director of the Australian Ballet) and his colleague Alan Abbot. The designer was Desmond Heeley.
The ballet was created for the Australian Ballet by Sir Robert Helpmann (a principal ballet dancer and choreographer), who obtained permission from the heirs of the composer and the librettists (Viktor Léon and Leo Stein), by special arrangement with Glocken Verlag Ltd. of London.
The scenario and staging were designed by Helpmann, the choreography by Ronald Hynd, the orchestration by John Lanchbery (who was then the musical director of the Australian Ballet) and his colleague Alan Abbot. The designer was Desmond Heeley.
The Four Seasons : September 20 - 30
A strong period piece with outstanding aesthetics bringing to life Vivaldi's Four Seasons.
A strong period piece with outstanding aesthetics bringing to life Vivaldi's Four Seasons.
The Nutcraker: November 23 - December 29
The Houston Ballet brings back their yearly season classic, enjoyed by children and adults alike.
The Houston Ballet brings back their yearly season classic, enjoyed by children and adults alike.
Jubilee of Dance: A Tribute to Lauren Anderson: November 30
Serenade, Swan Song: February 21 - March 2, 2008
Expect Serenade by George Balanchine to be a classic and refined ballet with exquisite costumes. Swan Song is an upbeat, lively piece entertaining to all senses.
Expect Serenade by George Balanchine to be a classic and refined ballet with exquisite costumes. Swan Song is an upbeat, lively piece entertaining to all senses.
Cinderella: March 6 - 15, 2008
Expect this full-length masterpiece, created a decade ago for the Australian Ballet, to put a punch in tradition. Set to the familiar Serge Prokofiev score, with sets and costumes by the late Kristian Fredrikson.
Expect this full-length masterpiece, created a decade ago for the Australian Ballet, to put a punch in tradition. Set to the familiar Serge Prokofiev score, with sets and costumes by the late Kristian Fredrikson.
Falling: May 22- June 1, 2008
La Sylphide, A Doll's House : June 5 - 15, 2008
Expect strong, rebellious acting in A Doll's House.
Expect strong, rebellious acting in A Doll's House.
Houston Ballet Information: For subscription information, call 713-522-5538.
Single tickets go on sale August 4, 2007. All performances are at the Wortham Theater Center, 501 Texas Ave in Downtown Houston.
Single tickets go on sale August 4, 2007. All performances are at the Wortham Theater Center, 501 Texas Ave in Downtown Houston.