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Alexandra Ballet Presents Giselle, the Triumph of Ballet's Romantic Era

This poignant story is about an innocent peasant girl who grants protection and mercy to the man who betrays her.

Alexandra Ballet presents Giselle, the triumph of ballet’s

Romantic Era February 20-22, 2015

The talented dancers of Alexandra Ballet will present this masterpiece of the Romantic Era at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center. This poignant story is about an innocent peasant girl who grants protection and mercy to the man who betrays her. Music by Adolphe Adam and restaging by internationally-renowned choreographer Marek Cholewa. Performing the feature role of Giselle will be Alexandra Ballet Alumna Georgia Reed.

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The weekend also includes “A Sapphire Celebration”, honoring Ms. Zaharias’s 65th year of teaching and will be followed by the documentary “The Gift of Grace” and an alumni reception (reception tickets by reservation). Don’t miss this special occasion; purchase your tickets now.

Show Times:

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Saturday, February 21, 2015 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, February 22, 2015 2:00 p.m.

Tickets:

http://tickets.touhill.org/single/PSDetail.aspx?psn=5632

Click above to purchase your tickets online at the Touhill website or call the Touhill Ticket Office toll-free at (866) 516-4949 or (314) 516-4949.

Touhill Performing Arts Center

One University Boulevard

St. Louis, Missouri 63121

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