GO! ‘Revolutionary Ballet’ Feb. 22-23 in Bijou
“A Knoxville fan-favorite, ALICE: A Revolutionary Ballet is hailed as one of GO! Contemporary Dance Works’ most beloved works, narrating the world of Wonderland with eye-popping visuals, gravity-defying aerials and stunning set design,” a Go! press release stated.
“Farragut resident Lisa Hall McKee’s spectacular production reimagines this classic story in a whimsical style set to famous scores by George Bizet, Leo Delibes and others,” the release stated. “ALICE will pull its audience down the rabbit hole to meet instantly recognizable characters, like the nervous white rabbit, a spinning Mad Hatter and a terrifying Queen of Hearts.
“This large-scale production includes a cast of over 70 talented dancers with work from six choreographers, featuring professionals and a lead guest artist from New York City,” the release further stated.
“At the heart of the ballet is McKee’s captivating choreography, which has been lauded by Knoxville reviewer Alan Sims, The Urban Guy: ‘These productions are challenging and innovative from beginning to end. The colors, the movement, the costumes, the story, and of course, the dancing are compelling, but it is the choreography that leaves me bewildered every time.’”
This ballet “integrates vibrant costuming, elaborate scenery and animated projection to bring the colorful wonderland to life on the Bijou Theatre stage,” the release stated.
This will be GO!’s 21st season of performances with showtimes beginning at 2 and 7:30 p.m., Feb. 22, and starting at 2 p.m., Feb. 23. Tickets are on sale and may be purchased at gocontemporarydance.com via Ticketmaster.
Prices range is from $25 to $35 in advance to $40 at the door. GO! is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Visit gocontemporarydance.com for more information.
