Arts in
Orlando
A 2019-20
Season Preview
This is just some of what to expect from the
upcoming seasons s for a selection of local arts
arts
organizations in Orlando.
On Pointe with the Orlando Ballet
Orlando Ballet’s upcoming season will feature
fan favorites, such as “Vampire’s Ball” this Halloween
and “The Nutcracker” during the holiday season,
as well as some special performances. Visually
stunning performances are expected to come out
of this season, which has the largest production
budget in the organization’s 45-year history.
“Investing in the artistic vision of Orlando Ballet
is of the utmost importance to me,” says executive
director, Shane Jewell. “We want to continue our
upward trajectory and deliver another exciting,
high-quality season.”
There will be guest choreographers
from across the country as well as a special
performance by Artistic Director Robert Hill,
who is celebrating his 10th anniversary with
Orlando Ballet this season. Hill will take the
stage for a featured role in one of guest
choreographer Jessica Lang’s pieces during the
“Made in the USA: A Collection of American
Works” production in March.
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“What makes this time extra special is the
opportunity to work with one of the world’s
greatest ballet dancers, Robert Hill, performing
my signature work ‘The Calling,’” Lang says.
“Robert is legendary, and to have an artist of his
caliber perform my work is truly an honor and
‘pinch me moment.’ I am sure with his dignity and
grace, Robert’s performance in this ballet will
remain with us in our minds and hearts long after
the curtain falls.”
The season will feature live music, including
performances from the Orlando Philharmonic
Orchestra for “Cinderella” in February and the
Florida Symphony Youth Orchestra for “The
Nutcracker.” Additionally, two new dancers
will take the stage: Thomas Holdsworth from
the United Kingdom and Kellie Fulton from the
Pennsylvania.
For more information and the full 2019-20
season schedule, visit www.OrlandoBallet.org.
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