The Firebird by the Huntsville Ballet Company

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Huntsville Ballet Company returns to the VBC Concert Hall with a classic story ballet for our spring performances, “The Firebird”. Plus – TWO WORLD PREMIERES by Cutting Edge Contemporary choreographers Gina Guerrera and Jere Hunt

The Firebird is a spellbinding story of heroism, magic, and love to be enjoyed by children and adults alike.

Phillip Otto, Artistic Director for Huntsville Ballet said:

“Huntsville Ballet dedicates this production to the Ukrainian people whose heroism and love of country and fellow countrymen have been on display for the world. Our hearts go out to our fellow dancers at Kyiv City Ballet, many of whom were on tour in Paris and are now unable to travel home to their families. Others remain trapped in Ukraine, and some have taken up arms to defend their country. We plan to accept monetary donations at each production. Funds will be donated directly to the Kyiv City Ballet fundraiser dedicated to their safe shelter and eventual return home.”

Based on Russian folklore, the ballet tells the story of Prince Ivan who enters an enchanted forest to hunt. He comes upon the firebird and is so mesmerized by her beauty, he spares her life. In return, the firebird gives him one of her magical feathers. Prince Ivan uses the feather to break the spell that has kept the thirteen princesses imprisoned in the forest by the evil sorcerer, Kostcheï.

Along with Callahan, the production will feature the Company’s entire roster of professional dancers, complemented by a cast comprised of over 40 pre-professionals and students from Huntsville Ballet School.

Read more about the ballet HERE!

Buy tickets HERE!

Date and time:

  • Friday 4/8 at 7:30PM
  • Saturday 4/9 at 2:00PM
  • Saturday 4/9 at 7:30PM
  • Sunday 4/10 at 1:00PM

Price: $40 Orchestra / $37 Loge / $33 Balcony
Phone: (256) 539-0961
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