The beauty and elegance that can be found in the human physique can best be showcased in ballet. This charming and intricate art form evokes deep emotions through the precision and discipline of ballet dancers that gracefully leap and effortlessly stand en pointe, leaving the audience breathless. And We call it Ballet in Tampa is a theatrical performance that recreates this poetic dance with a twist, adding LED lights.
Prepare to be dazzled by five ballerinas in glowing costumes that will plié, pirouette and pas de bourrée at the iconic Centro Asturiano de Tampa. The heritage-listed venue that was once a social club for the Asturian immigrants in Tampa will light up with the melodies of The Sleeping Beauty on more dates over the coming months. There is limited availability so grab your tickets now before they sell out.
What is We call it Ballet?
We call it Ballet is a unique show that beautifully blends elements of the traditional art form with modern technology, offering a unique approach to the ballet watching experience. As five talented ballet dancers plié, glide and lightly spring on stage, their costumes are lit up with LED lights, elevating the whole experience and at the same time, making it more accessible to everyone.
Ballet, its storytelling and the show
Ballet first originated in the 15th century in the Italian Renaissance courts and soon gained popularity in other parts of the world, particularly in France and Russia. It is its ability to tell a story through dance without uttering a single word that continues to enchant audiences to this day.
This show features an abridged version of The Sleeping Beauty that marries with the fluidity of the dance, as well as a narrator, who briefly intervenes to make the story easily understandable for those that aren’t as fluent in ballet. Yet, it’s the special LED lights added in the ballet dancers’ costumes that transport audiences to fantastical realms beyond the mundane, matching the mood of each scene.
This unique show offers iconic ballet pieces with a modern twist. Illuminated by glow-in-the-dark lights, the dancers’ movements become more mesmerizing, emanating an ethereal feel.
So, what are you waiting for? Get reintroduced to one of the most celebrated ballet pieces in the world with We call it Ballet! The show is coming to Tampa on selected dates over the coming months and doors open 30 mins prior to show.