Poised in elegance and strength, “Ballet of Lights” in Philadelphia whispers the timeless tale of Tchaikovsky’s Sleeping Beauty. Featuring ballet dancers wearing luminous costumes, the performance displays the art form’s beauty and discipline that words often fail to capture. Ethereal pirouettes, delicate arabesques and starlit footfalls take center stage at this enthralling dance show.
Taking place at the Media Theatre For The Performing Arts of the Media borough, the English Renaissance gem is welcoming a number of performances on selected dates over the coming months. Places are limited so grab your tickets now to enjoy a unique dance and light show.
What is “Ballet of Lights”?
“Ballet of Lights” is a unique show that fuses a globally recognized art form with a mind-blowing light display provided by twinkling lights embedded in the costumes. This innovative approach is meant to enhance the whole experience for ballet aficionados as well as young and visually impaired audiences so that every effortless glide and silken leap can be fully appreciated.
Ballet of Lights, its storytelling and the show
“Ballet of Lights” is an abridged version of The Sleeping Beauty, weaving enchanting tales through a seamless blend of dance, narration, and atmospheric lighting. On the one hand, there are the elegant ballerinas who become living characters on the stage with their emotive movements. On the other hand, the light-changing optical fibers sewn into the dancers’ costumes cast a magical glow and dramatic shadows, drawing the audience deeper into the narrative.
Creating an immersive experience, “Ballet of Lights” breathes new life into the timeless fairy tale of The Sleeping Beauty.
There are several tickets available at different price points according to the seating section. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the start of the show, so make sure to come on time to secure the best seats.