Huntsville Ballet dedicates “The Firebird” performances to the people of Ukraine
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The Firebird is a spellbinding story of heroism, magic, and love to be enjoyed by children and adults alike. “Huntsville Ballet dedicates this production to the Ukrainian people whose heroism and love of country and fellow countrymen have been on display for the world,” said Phillip Otto, Artistic Director for Huntsville Ballet. “Our hearts go out to our fellow dancers at Kyiv City Ballet, many of whom were on tour in Paris and are now unable to travel home to their families. Others remain trapped in Ukraine, and some have taken up arms to defend their country. We plan to accept monetary donations at each production. Funds will be donated directly to the Kyiv City Ballet fundraiser dedicated to their safe shelter and eventual return home.” Huntsville Ballet is thrilled to bring this important work to the stage. “George Balanchine’s 1949 recreation of The Firebird brought a young New York City Ballet to international attention and set the course for ballet in America,” said Otto, who himself worked and trained with Balanchine. “Balanchine heavily influenced my own creative work.”
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