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1909-2009: The Great Collaborators of the Ballets Russes a hit with audiences and critics!



Dominic Walsh Dance Theater celebrated the 100th anniversary of the Ballets Russes with its 1909-2009 at the Hobby Center's Zilkha Hall. Under Sergei Diaghilev, this revolutionary company drew upon the genius of leading composers, artists, choreographers and dancers to produce groundbreaking productions that redefined classical dance. In this tradition of innovation and collaboration, Walsh offered his 21st century take on classics from that era - Le Spectre de la Rose, The Dying Swan, The Afternoon of a Faun, and The Firebird with Paris Opera Ballet Étoile Marie-Agnès Gillot and Domenico Luciano.

For Molly Glentzer's review for the Houston Chronicle, click here.

For John DeMers' review for Houston Arts Week, click here.



"Thanks to those of you who were able to join us for this pivotal point in the company's growth and a defining moment for me as a choreographer and director. This past summer, The Firebird was created at Palais Garnier. I spent just under two weeks with Marie-Agnès Gillot, Domenico Luciano, and designer Frederique de Montblanc to create an extraordinary dance theater work based around the dancers' technical, artistic, and psychological strengths. The grace and power of this work is indicative of its remarkable subjects. I am most grateful to Marie-Agnès for not only accepting to do this project but also for her tireless enthusiasm and creative input during the process."  -Dominic Walsh



Special thanks to Brigitte Lefèvre and the Paris Opera Ballet and our program sponsors: Consulat Général de France á Houston, Texas, Texan French Alliance for the Arts, American Friends of the Paris Opera & Ballet, Cultural Services of the French Embassy, La Maison française, and The Humphreys Foundation.

FIREBIRD SOIRÉE A BLAZING SUCCESS!


Honoree Ben Stevenson, O.B.E., Dominic Walsh, Carolyn Farb, Domenico Luciano, and Marie-Agnès Gillot

Gala Chairman Carolyn Farb and the Board of Directors of Dominic Walsh Dance Theater are all basking in the glow of the company's first-ever gala fundraiser - the aptly themed Firebird Soirée that was held on Saturday, October 17, 2009. The evening began with the company's performance at the Hobby Center and continued at the Four Seasons Hotel with a sumptuous dinner, Live Auction Magnifique, and the presentation of the first annual Spirit of Dance award given to Walsh's mentor Ben Stevenson, O.B.E. for his incredible contributions to the world of international dance.

Thank you to all of the benefactors and in-kind sponsors of the Firebird Soirée for contributing to the company's continued success.

To see photos from the Firebird Soirée, click here.



MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Dominic Walsh Dance Theater's 2009-2010 season will continue in February with

Romeo & Juliet
February 11, 13, and 14, 2010
Wortham Theater Center, Cullen Theater



A Valentine's reprise of the triumphant union of Walsh's contemporary choreography with Baroque music, opera and theater! Co-presented by Mercury Baroque.

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS TODAY OR CALL 832-251-0706.





Pictured: DWDT Company Members Rachel Meyer, Domenico Luciano, and Dominic Walsh. Marie Agnès Gillot, Jim Johnson, Paola Georgudis, and Ana Trevino-Godfrey.

Photos by Jim Caldwell, Kim Coffman, and Gabriella Nissen Photography.

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