Princeton Youth Ballet Will Perform 'Cinderella' May 6-7

PRINCETON, NJ — Princeton Youth Ballet (PYB) is celebrating spring with the enchanting, delightful, and comedic fairytale ballet, "Cinderella."

The ballet will be held on Saturday, May 6 at 4 p.m. and Sunday, May 7 at 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. at Princeton High School Performing Arts Center, 16 Walnut Lane.

More than 60 artists will bring to life the fairytale ballet originally choreographed by artistic director emeritus, Risa Kaplowitz, and adapted by current artistic director, Talin Kenar.

The backdrops, created by Raymond DeVoe, will transport the audience to Cinderella’s cottage, an ornate ballroom, and an enchanted garden where, amidst woodland creatures, butterflies, and fairies, Cinderella, with the help of her Fairy Godmother, discovers her inner beauty.

The title role will be danced by Madison Carrión, a senior at North Brunswick Township High School and the role of the Prince will be danced by Alastair Donofrio, a junior at Hopewell Valley Central High School.

Founded in 2005 by Susan Jaffe and Risa Kaplowitz, PYB’s provides professional-level performance opportunities to young dancers.

“Typically, in regular ballet classes, students study in groups separated by age and level. During PYB rehearsals, the entire cast works together—8-year-olds are called to group rehearsals with our most advanced dancers," artistic director Kenar said.

"The more experienced dancers become inspirational examples for the youngest dancers.”

Tickets are $25 in advance ($30 at the door) and are on sale at www.princetonyouthballet.org.

For information about PYB, visit www.princetonyouthballet.org.

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