Raleigh Dance Theatre Presents its Spring Repertoire

RDT dancer, Anabelle Kilbride as Swanhilda.

In their 40th Anniversary season, Raleigh Dance Theatre presents their Spring Repertoire on Saturday, May 17th at 7pm, and Sunday May 18th at 2 and 6pm, at Jones Auditorium, Meredith College.

Spring Repertoire features Coppelia Act III, with traditional choreography, staged by Hong Yang. Festival of the Bells is a bright and challenging scene from the classical ballet repertoire. Those who joined us for Coppelia Act I will recognize the Villagers who participate in a grand celebration, uniting Swanhilda and Franz in a happy marriage!

Also on the program is RDT's premiere of Carnival of the Animals, choreographed by Artistic Director, Megan Marvel. An impressive parade of the animal kingdom will delight, with a fierce Lion, proud Hens and Roosters, Wild Hemiones, tumbling Asiatic donkeys, an indulgent Tortoise, marching Elephant, boxing kangaroos, an aquarium of vibrant Fish, tow know-it-all Donkeys, a Cuckoo in an aviary of Birds, and an elegant Swan. 

Rounding out the program is a piece by guest artist, Ilya Koz. Achoo Allegro, A Sneeze Serenade in G Major is a playful take on Mozart's Eine Kleine Nachtmusik. From Regional Dance America Adjudicator, Darren McIntyre: This piece was Brilliant! Everything was so well thought out with fantastic music, fabulous costumes, a talented cast and such an innovative and whimsical concept and idea! Very Entertaining!

Reserved seating: raleighdance.org $20 + tax, $25 at the door while supplies last.