Bozeman Magazine

We are delighted to announce a brand new spring production for 2016. Our Company, along with renowned guest artists, will perform excerpts from some of the most beloved classical storybook ballets at the Willson Auditorium on April 16th at 4:00 pm, and April 17th at 2:00 pm. Save the date and join us to experience beautiful selections from Swan Lake, Cinderella, Coppéllia and Snow White, all with live musical accompaniment. For this brand new production, Montana Ballet Company is excited to welcome guest choreographer Winthrop Corey, Artistic Director of Mobile Ballet and former principal dancer with the Royal Winnipeg and National Ballet of Canada. Mr. Corey’s exquisite Ballroom scene from his original Snow White will captivate audiences, featuring special guest artists Victoria Barker and Raul Peinado. Another highlight on the program is the famous Black Swan pas de deux from Swan Lake, to be danced by world renowned guest artists Vilia Putrius and MIndaugas Bauzys, principals with Festival Ballet Providence. Our community will recognize Ms. Putrius and Mr. Bauzys, having beautifully graced the stage in past productions of MBC’s annual Nutcracker. Also on the program are favorite selections from the classic, Coppélia, along with the seasons from Cinderella, and the Dying Swan solo set to Saint Saens beloved score. Esteemed local musicians will provide live music. This production is generously underwritten by: Tim and Mary Barnard, the Gilhousen Family Foundation, the Montana Arts Council’s Public Value Partnership, and the Steinmuller Family Charitable Fund.