Ballet Tucson presents From Tucson, With Love

In partnership with the Tucson Desert Song Festival and Tucson Guitar Society.

February 14-16 at Leo Rich Theater

RUBIES (BALLET TUCSON PREMIERE)
Choreography by George Balanchine
Music by Igor Stravinsky

The Ballet Tucson premiere of George Balanchine’s Rubies is generously sponsored by Jeannette Segel

Rubies is one of legendary choreographer George Balanchine’s most iconic works. Featuring dynamic music by Igor Stravinsky, this vivacious ballet demonstrates Balanchine’s great love of America, the fast pace of life in New York City and The Jazz Age.

ROMEO & JULIET BALCONY PAS DE DEUX
Choreography by Margaret Mullin
Music by Sergei Prokofiev

“My bounty is as boundless as the sea, my love as deep; the more I give to thee, the more I have, for both are infinite.” — Juliet.

The balcony scene from William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is brought to life through an exquisite pas de deux choreographed by Artistic Director Margaret Mullin.

BARRIO VIEJO (WORLD PREMIERE)
Choreography by Chieko Imada
Music by Lalo Guerrero performed live onstage

In partnership with the Tucson Desert Song Festival and Tucson Guitar Society

In celebration of Tucson’s 250th birthday, Associate Artistic Director Chieko Imada creates another exciting world premiere in partnership with the Tucson Desert Song Festival and Tucson Guitar Society. This vibrant new ballet features the music of legendary Tucsonan Lalo Guerrero, Father of Chicano music, performed live onstage with our dancers.