The 2023-24 season for Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet (RWB) has been designed to honour André Lewis’ Living the Dream legacy, while presenting inspiring works to audiences of all ages. It includes unique performances that showcase the technical artistry of the Company artists, the mystery of fairytale sets and props, along with costumes that literally dance beside a live symphony orchestra creating an extraordinary experience you won’t get anywhere else in Manitoba.
This season kicked-off with the magnificent Canadian premiere of Snow White last month to much public acclaim. From December 21-30, audiences will be treated to a perennial holiday family tradition – the charming Nutcracker - which is another gem in the Lewis legacy. When commissioning this new version, he insisted on including opportunities for children as well as iconic Canadian symbols like the Ottawa Parliament buildings and busby-hat Mountie guards. Tchaikovsky’s iconic score sets the stage for marvelous turn-of-the-century costumes and sets. Don’t miss the hijinks of fan-favourite Filbert the Bear during the party scene!
Between February 15-18, 2024, Lewis will present his ultimate favourite ballet, Romeo & Juliet. This masterpiece holds a special place in the history of the RWB as choreographer Rudi van Dantzig worked closely with Lewis to pass on the legacy of this work and Lewis has since become an in-demand stager for the production the world over.
And from April 25-28, 2024, Lewis’ dedication to working with international choreographers comes alive once again; Carmina Burana will make its return, easily the most requested performance in the RWB repertoire. It will be coupled with a world premiere from the RWB’s choreographer in residence, Cameron Fraser-Monroe.
The Living the Dream season is innovation complemented by a foundation in the classics; it is what your ballet company was built on. If you choose to join us at the Centennial Concert Hall, you will experience the full spectrum of the artistry and athleticism of the Company and understand why the RWB is considered one of the best storytelling companies in the world.
You will also witness the culmination of over 80 artists and countless others who are dedicated to the arts and culture scene in the Prairies; you are invited to be part of our story so that we can share the dream with you. Check out www.rwb.org for more information or call our customer service team at 204.956.0183.
See you at the ballet!
