Posts Tagged ‘Jared Nelson’
Jared Nelson Creates a Cinderella Story for California Ballet
“Cinderella” was an inspired choice for Jared Nelson’s first evening-length work as artistic director of California Ballet. The ballet, which premiered last weekend, continues the company’s tradition of going with classics that have family appeal and can fill the Civic Theatre. And, like Cinderella shaking off the ashes and emerging as a princess, Nelson’s lively choreography and sense of fun promise to reinvigorate the 50-year-old company’s sometimes-musty repertory.
Read MoreCalif. Ballet Goes to Jazzy Dark Side in ‘The Great Gatsby’
“There are lots of tuxes and fringe, Charleston and jazz. Having Lisa Hightower sing and improvise, well, that takes ballet to another level.“Watch for the partnering. It’s very physical and my dancers make high-flying lifts and tosses look easy…”
Read MoreExplosive ‘Jump Jive’ Sparks California Ballet’s 49th Season
Fasten your seat belts. Jared Nelson, the new assistant artistic director, embraces bold blended styles and gives the company a blast of jet fuel.
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