Northern Ballet and Phoenix Dance Theatre Open House

[JulieW]

Whether you want to dance or just watch dancing, this looks like an interesting day:

 

http://northernballet.com/index.php?q=open-day-2012

 

This is the intro on the website:

Saturday 12 May 11.30 - 4.30

 

Join Northern Ballet and Phoenix Dance Theatre as they throw open the doors of their multi award-winning powerhouse for dance on Quarry Hill in Leeds city centre for a day of FREE events.

Enjoy performances from both companies; take part in classes; watch dancers of the future in training; gain an insight into the world of dance through talks, demonstrations and films; receive a dance physiotherapy consultation or take part with your family in storytelling, crafts and face painting sessions.

All open house events are FREE but some require you to book your place. All drop-in events will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

[Jan McNulty]

Here's a copy of the press release on NB's website:

 

Northern Ballet

Media Release

24 April 2012

Northern Ballet and Phoenix Dance Theatre throw open the doors of their multi award-winning powerhouse for dance on Saturday 12 May for a day of free events. Suitable for all ages and interests, visitors will be able to go behind the scenes of two popular dance companies and join in with the wide range of activities on offer.

There will be performances from both companies, dance physiotherapy consultations and a range of all-age, all-ability taster dance classes. There will be retellings of Northern Ballet’s well known productions like The Nutcracker, Beauty & the Beast and Peter Pan alongside craft activities and music sessions running throughout the day.

This is the second Open Day hosted by the companies, who launched their new building in June 2011. The previous Open Day attracted over 2,000 visitors from around the region.

All events and activities are free but booking is essential due to the popularity of the event. Visit northernballet.com/openhouse2012 for more information and to book places or call 0113 220 8008.

-ENDS-

[Jan McNulty]

Don't forget that it's Northern Ballet and Phoenx' open day this coming Saturday (12th May). It looks as though it should be a really good day.

[tim b]

I went to this Open Day yesterday which was really enjoyable - high spot for me watching David Nixon give class with his company. Lots more information about the company etc on their website & their "new" headquarters building is superb.

[Jan McNulty]

NB have published some pictures from the Open Day. It looks as though everyone had a lot of fun!

 

http://northernballet.com/index.php?q=news/12-05-14/northern-ballet/open-house-2012-photos