THE STRAVINSKY PROJECT FEBRUARY 26 - MARCH 5, 2011 / KELLER AUDITORIUM		PROGRAM
		THE STRAVINSKY PROJECT BUY ONLINE FIREBIRD Igor Stravinsky Yuri Possokhov WORLD-PREMIERE COLLABORATION Igor Stravinsky Anne Mueller Jamey Hampton Ashley Roland and Rachel Tess THE RITE OF SPRING Igor Stravinsky Christopher Stowell
SYNOPSIS Igor Stravinsky is among the ballet world’s most prolific and influential composers, and we honor that legacy with a trio of works that highlight his enduring genius and versatility. The original Rite of Spring caused a riot among shocked Parisians when it debuted nearly a century ago, and the Portland reaction to Christopher Stowell’s striking 2009 version was also noteworthy, if decidedly more civilized and enthusiastic. It’s joined here by Firebird, one of Russia’s most enduring and cherished fairy tales, lovingly recreated especially for OBT by Bolshoi-alumnus Yuri Possokhov. Anchoring the program is a much-anticipated world premiere jointly choreographed by OBT Principal Dancer Anne Mueller, Jamey Hampton and Ashley Roland from BodyVox and Rachel Tess of the Portland/Sweden-based Rumpus Room Dance. PERFORMANCE DETAILS DATES & TIMES Saturday February 26 7:30 pm Sunday February 27 2:00 pm Friday March 4 7:30 pm Saturday March 5 7:30 pm RUNTIME TBA THEATER Keller Auditorium seating areas / directions TICKETS BUY ONLINE CALL 503.2.BALLET (503.222.5538) or 888.922.5538 for reduced handling charges VISIT the OBT Ticket Office for reduced handling charges No refunds. No children under three years except at The Nutcracker and Childrens' Series performances. All attendees, regardless of age, are required to have a ticket. No late seating. Programs subject to change. Ticket Exchange Policy LEARN MORE! DANCE TALKS - Meet the artists and discuss the ballets being performed at this FREE forum with Christopher Stowell and special guests. Dance Talks take place the week before the opening of each program. PERFORMANCE PERSPECTIVES - Come an hour early for this FREE and informative presentation given by Dance Historian Linda Besant one hour before curtain. TRAVELING TO PORTLAND? Visit Travel Portland for the best hotel rates and information about activities and attractions.

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CHOREOGRAPHERS
Yuri Possokhov
Anne Mueller
Jamey Hampton
Ashley Roland
Rachel Tess
Christopher Stowell

CASTING
Casting is subject to change and will be posted approximately one week prior to each performance.

PERFORMANCE
PHOTOS
Performance photos will be posted by the Tuesday following opening night.

TICKETS BY PHONE

Call 503.2.BALLET
(503.222.5538)
OR 1.888.9.BALLET (1.888.922.5538)

TICKETS IN PERSON

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Monday-Friday / 9-5
818 SE Sixth Avenue
Portland OR, 97214
(between Belmont & Morrison)

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1111 SW Broadway
Portland, OR 97205