WEEK #4 (MAY 1 – 3): Verb Ballets- Spring Series

May 01, 2014 - May 03, 2014

7:30pm, Gordon Square Theatre

$12-$28

Each year Cleveland Public Theatre welcomes the opportunity to showcase Northeast Ohio's contemporary dance companies as they premiere new work and revive celebrated performances. Six dance companies take the stage in this acclaimed annual series.

Week #4: May 1 – 3

Verb Ballets- Spring Series

Verb Ballets’ Spring Series will feature the work of Creative Fusion Artist-in-Residence, Ngo Thanh Phuong, funded through The Cleveland Foundation. Ms. Ngo will be working with Verb Ballets during a three-month residency to develop new work and share a 21st century view of Vietnamese culture with the company and community. Also on the program is the world premiere by the contemporary choreographer, Sara Whale. Her new work is inspired by Gustav Klimt, the renowned painter of the “Golden Period” of Austrian art . She will explore symbolic meanings of the dual role of women as inspiration in the struggle for modern identity.

Verb Ballets ignites audience passion and participation in contemporary dance. Under the leadership of Director, Dr. Margaret Carlson, Verb strives to support and foster emerging talent, to present excellence in contemporary choreographers, and to revive and honor modern dance classics. The company strives to be a thought leader in cultivating dance appreciation and support through education and outreach programs. In growing audience appreciation for dance Verb Ballets helps make northeast Ohio a national destination for the arts.

“Dashes preconceptions… with keen dramatic power.”
The Plain Dealer

“Verb Ballets has a way of upping the ante and hitting the jackpot… every time they perform.”
CoolCleveland.com

“Make a serious effort to capture one of these sought after tickets…(Verb) Verb Ballet is dance magnifique.”
Examiner.com