Candlelight casts its glow on Philadelphia with concerts that bring classic and modern music to some of the city’s most impressive spaces, performed by the light of flickering flames. Now they’re set to sparkle even brighter as an extraordinary spectacle arrives in the city, combining musical masterpieces with the timeless beauty of Candlelight ballet.
A phenomenal tribute to both classical and modern music will be accompanied by jaw-dropping dances from eighteen ballerinas from the esteemed Philadelphia Ballet II. Hailing from across the globe, having performed in everything from The Nutcracker to Don Quixote, they’re poised to wow. Prepare to be mesmerized this February 9 by the breathtaking melodies and movements with renditions of Tchaikovsky, Delibes, and much more at the beautiful Independence Seaport Museum.
Candlelight Ballet: Favorite Classics and Modern Masterpieces feat. Philadelphia Ballet II
It’s a feast for the eyes and the ears as the ethereal world of ballet meets the enchanting melodies of a Candlelight concert. The Philadelphia Ballet II will elegantly twirl and pirouette as candles flicker, accompanied by showstopping music from the talented pianist Moriah Trenk. The stage will come alive with the timeless elegance of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s ‘Sleeping Beauty: Wedding Pas De Deux and Coda’ and George Frideric Handel’s ‘Chaconne for Piano and Two Dancers’ plus many more gorgeous compositions.
This enchanting fusion of ballet and candlelit melodies promises a truly unforgettable experience at Independence Seaport Museum, which boasts beautiful views of the sea. An astonishing eighteen trained ballet dancers will showcase their skills throughout the night in this intimate space, giving everybody a good view of the performance.
This captivating concert, spanning a thrilling 60 minutes, is a magnificent confluence of ballet and music. As the beauty of these two disciplines meets on stage, it’s a captivating experience to share with somebody special. Whether you bring along your beloved, family, or friends, or even just treat yourself, this special event will completely absorb all of your senses, freezing time as you create timeless memories.