BALLET FLAMENCO JOSÉ PORCEL


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All performances are in Hodgson Concert Hall, UGA Performing Arts Center.

A Return to Athens!

Ballet Flamenco José Porcel

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2008, 8PM

Returning to UGA by popular demand, this company's performances are a festival of color and rhythm that evoke the many emotions of the Spanish people and feature the renowned choreography of José Porcel. Presenting both flamenco and classical Spanish dance, this extraordinary ensemble exhibits joyful and sensual moods.

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SPONSORED BY Irvin & Becky Alhadeff, Masada Leather & Outdoor

"A stunning marriage of virtuosity and emotion."—The New York Times

Seán Curran Company

FRIDAY, JANUARY 30, 2009, 8PM

One of America's most dynamic new dance companies founded by Seán Curran, an original member of the blockbuster percussion extravaganza, Stomp! Curran began his dance training with traditional Irish step dancing and went on to make his mark as a leading dancer with the Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company.

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SPONSORED BY Virginia M. Macagnoni


Russian National Ballet
Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake


SUNDAY, MARCH 1, 2009, 7:30PM

This company focuses on upholding the grand national tradition of major Russian ballet works and developing new talents throughout Russia. They feature a repertory of virtually all of the great full-length works of Petipa, the amazing 19th century choreographer, including Sleeping Beauty, Coppelia, and The Nutcracker, among others. Enjoy this great spectacle of superb dancing and lavish costumes.

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SPONSORED BY Robert & Carol Winthrop

Three performances for only $80 (orchestra/front balcony), $70 (rear balcony)