Graceful ballerinas, music and the timeless tale of The Sleeping Beauty — on the surface, ‘We call it Ballet’ in Boston is everything you’d expect from a dazzling dance spectacle. But as soon as the dancers take to the stage, it’s clear that this show is something extra special. Dressed in gorgeous LED-lit costumes, the ballerinas bring a luminous glow to the experience, as every plié and pirouette literally lights up the space around them.
On selected dates over the coming months, this one-of-a-kind ballet show is lighting up Huntington Theatre, a historic Boston theater built back in 1925. Tickets are on sale now but spaces are limited, so make sure to get yours today!
What is ‘We call it Ballet’?
‘We call it Ballet’ is a spectacle of traditional dance that’s elevated by a contemporary twist. Using LED lights that adorn the ballerina costumes, the show shines a new light on this 100-year-old ballet. Add a narrator to the mix, and the ballet becomes more accessible than ever, and younger audiences (8+) as well as ballet beginners can follow the story in all its glowing glory.
Ballet, its storytelling and the show
Through elegant movements and classical music, ballet tends to share a narrative that everyone can relate to. Themes like love, jealousy, family and the battle between good vs. evil shine through the tale of The Sleeping Beauty, a ballet that has resonated with audiences for over 130 years. Now, this whimsical show is breathing new life into this beloved story in Boston. Loyal fairies, a sleepy princess and true love’s kiss are all illuminated by hundreds of LED lights inside one of the city’s most beloved venues.
Make dazzling memories while watching a classic ballet take on a new life inside Huntington Theatre. Shows last approximately 60 minutes and doors open 30 minutes prior to the show start time. Seats are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis in each zone and late entry is not permitted.