Cape Ballet Africa showcases ELYSIUM a captivating quadruple bill
Join Cape Ballet Africa as they present ELYSIUM, a breathtaking quadruple bill showcasing the brilliance of classical and contemporary dance from 3 to 11 October at The Pam Golding Theatre. Don't miss this chance to witness a celebration of artistry and innovation!
Cape Ballet Africa (CBA) brings a stunning new production to Cape Town audiences from October 3 to 11, 2023. ELYSIUM, a quadruple bill of ballets from four different choreographers, showcases the company's dedication to classical mastery and contemporary innovation. The program features George Balanchine's Allegro Brillante, Nacho Duato's REMANSO, Kenneth Tindall's We Met At The Moon, Briefly, and Michelle Reid's Duende.
Balanchine's Allegro Brillante opens the show, set to Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No. 3 and staged by Diana White of the George Balanchine Trust. Nacho Duato's REMANSO returns to the stage after popular demand, a witty and expressive exploration of human connection. Two new commissions, Kenneth Tindall's physically demanding, beautiful ballet We Met At The Moon, Briefly, and Michelle Reid's Duende, which aims to capture the magnetic charisma associated with the word duende, anchor the program.
Artistic Director Debbie Turner views ELYSIUM as a significant milestone for the company, two years after their debut production SALT at The Baxter. Since its inception in 2024, CBA has garnered global recognition, winning Best Choreography and Best Male Dancer at the 2025 Benois de la Danse Awards for Mthuthuzeli November’s Chapter 2.
ELYSIUM promises a journey of ethereal beauty and dynamic storytelling, with performances running from October 3 to 11 at The Baxter. Tickets range from R200 to R495 and are available through Webtickets or at Pick n Pay stores.
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