VERNISSAGEEVENINGS
Elevate your understanding of the ballet you're about to see
Vernissage presentations provide deep insights into our vibrant productions. Elevate your understanding by spending an evening with the extraordinary talent behind Season 2022.
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Jessica Gethin - From Score to Stage
Wednesday 27 April, 2022 7.00pm
Australian conductor and one of Australian Financial Review’s “100 Most Influential Women”, Jessica Gethin has conducted for many orchestras and opera companies in Australia and Asia and has been hailed by audiences and critics for her stellar musicianship, vibrant energy and charismatic stage presence.
Join us for an evening with Jessica as she reveals the fascinating music of ALICE (in wonderland) and the clever ways in which the score brings the characters to life.
Prices: $40 / $35 for Season Package Subscribers
Place: West Australian Ballet Centre
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Nils Christe - Behind 'Before Nightfall'
Wednesday 15 June, 2022 7.00pm
Born in Holland, Nils Christe studied at the Conservatory Rotterdam and Nederlands Dans Theater, choreographing his first ballet at age 25. Nils’ extensive body of work encompasses over 80 creations and he has worked with over 70 dance companies in 25 countries around the world.
Enjoy a special evening with Nils as he takes us on a journey through his career and shares insights into his choreographic style and the inspiration behind Before Nightfall.
Prices: $40 / $35 for Season Package Subscribers
Place: West Australian Ballet Centre
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Natalie Weir - The Mystery Behind a New Creation
Wednesday 3 August, 2022 7pm
Australian choreographer Natalie Weir is known for her highly physical partner work, organic movement style and touching insight into humanity.
During her career, Weir has created extensively for major Australian classical and contemporary dance companies, and globally for the Houston Ballet, Singapore Dance Theatre, Hong Kong Ballet and American Ballet Theatre.
Meet one of our great Australian creative talents and learn about her highly anticipated new work, Goldberg Variations.
Prices: $40 / $35 for Season Package Subscribers
Place: West Australian Ballet Centre