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A look inside the studio as our dancers rehearse ‘COLORFORMS!’ Performances begin TOMORROW! Experience ‘COLORFORMS’ alongside ‘Melodia’ by Ma Cong and ‘Ode’ by Katarzyna Kozielska in Moving Art Two: Elevation, October 22–November 1 at VMFA. Ticket to several shows are nearly sold out! Get yours before they are gone through the link in our bio. Photos by Molly Huey
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Watch Company Artists Mikell Graf and Senna Dewulf work toward bringing ‘Melodia’ to the stage! Choreographed by Artistic Director Ma Cong and set to the evocative music of the late, iconic singer-songwriter Lhasa de Sela, ‘Melodia’ explores the passion, vulnerability, and emotion that connect us all. Don’t miss ‘Melodia’ alongside ‘Ode’ by Katarzyna Kozielska and ‘COLORFORMS’ by Myles Thatcher in Moving Art Two: Elevation, October 22–November 1 at VMFA. Get your tickets now through the link in our bio.
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It was an incredibly wholesome and fun night supporting the @americancancersociety. I feel so fortunate to have witnessed so much love and generosity from our community. May the world always be just like this ❤️
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Artistic Director Ma Cong has been working closely with our dancers on 'Melodia,' his evocative ballet inspired by the music of acclaimed singer-songwriter Lhasa de Sela. 'Melodia' explores our shared humanity through Ma’s signature choreography, known for its athleticism, passion and energy. Catch this moving work alongside 'Ode' by Katarzyna Kozielska and 'COLORFORMS' by Myles Thatcher during Moving Art Two: Elevation, October 22–November 1 at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Tickets are available through the link in our bio. Photos by Molly Huey @mollyfdg
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Get a peek inside the studio as Artistic Director Ma Cong works with our dancers on ‘Melodia,’ one of his earliest ballets!  Originally created in 2007 and set to music by acclaimed singer Lhasa de Sela, ‘Melodia’ captures the beauty of shared experiences through expressive movement. Don’t miss this lively work alongside ‘Ode’ by Katarzyna Kozielska and ‘COLORFORMS’ by Myles Thatcher in Moving Art Two: Elevation, October 22–November 1 at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Get your tickets at through the link in our bio!
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Get a closer look at ‘COLORFORMS’ with choreographer Myles Thatcher! Hear Myles talk about his dynamic work making it’s Virginia premiere as part of Moving Art Two: Elevation at the VMFA. Experience ‘COLORFORMS’ alongside two additional Virginia premieres October 22–November 1. Get your tickets now through the link in our bio.
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Cheers to Moving art one✅ #ballet #movingart #companyb #rememberoursong @richmondballet COMPANY B Choreography by Paul Taylor Music by the Andrews Sisters Staged by Richard Chen See @rchensee Costume Design by Santo Loquasto Lighting by Jennifer Tipton Lighting Recreated for this Production by Nathan W. Scheuer REMEMBER OUR SONG Choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler Music by Louis Prima, Greg Anthony Rassen, Regina Spektor Staged by Lauren Kias @laurenekias Costume Design by Lisa Zinni Lighting Design by Les Dickert Lighting Recreated by Nathan W. Scheuer
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Our supporters recently joined us for a rehearsal preview, getting an exclusive look into the studio, hearing directly from the creatives, and rubbing elbows with our dancers and artistic staff. Rehearsal previews are just one of the special experiences available to Richmond Ballet supporters. These events offer a closer look at the artistry, dedication and people behind each production and truly make our supporters feel like they are a part of the art. Want to get closer to the work? Become a Richmond Ballet supporter and experience more of what happens behind the curtain. Learn more at richmondballet.com/support (link in bio)
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We started of this season with an unforgettable program❤️ It was a true honor to perform the solo role of “I Can Dream, Can’t I?” in Paul Taylor’s “Comapny B”. Thank you to @rchensee for all your guidance and for passing on the legacy of this ballet and Paul Taylor’s work. It was equally exciting to perform Andy Blankenbuehler‘s “Remember Our Song” staged by the incredible @laurenekias 🙌🏼🩷 Thank you to my partners @colinjacob and @otn._armour , I had a blast lighting up the stage with you both!☺️ What a fabulous way to kick off the season! COMPANY B Choreography by Paul Taylor Music by the Andrews Sisters Staged by Richard Chen See Costume Design by Santo Loquasto Lighting by Jennifer Tipton Lighting Recreated for this Production by Nathan W. Scheuer REMEMBER OUR SONG Choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler Music by Louis Prima, Greg Anthony Rassen, Regina Spektor Staged by Lauren Kias Costume Design by Lisa Zinni Lighting Design by Les Dickert Lighting Recreated by Nathan W. Scheuer Photos by Molly Huey and Sarah Ferguson 📸
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Kicked the season off with a bang of a program! From being the serious first officer in Andy Blankenbuehler’s ‘Remember our Song’ staged by the amazing @laurenekias to being my goofy self as Bugle Boy in @paultaylordance ‘Company B’ working with @rchensee and learning so much about the history of this cool and challenging piece. Last but sure not least making my debut in @georgebalanchinetrust ‘Stars and Stripes’ with my wonderful Liberty Bell @mikellgraf was something I never dared dreaming of. Thank you so much to Jerri Kumery and the amazing artistic staff of @richmondballet to make this all possible. I enjoyed every moment on stage with all my insane friends and can’t wait to dive into the studio with all of you to get to work on the next production! COMPANY B Choreography by Paul Taylor Music by the Andrews Sisters Staged by Richard Chen See Costume Design by Santo Loquasto Lighting by Jennifer Tipton Lighting Recreated for this Production by Nathan W. Scheuer Pas de Deux from STARS AND STRIPES Choreography by George Balanchine © The George Balanchine Trust Music by John Philip Sousa, orchestrated by Hershy Kay Staged by Jerri Kumery Costume Design by Karinska Lighting Design by Nathan W. Scheuer after Original Design by Mark Stanley REMEMBER OUR SONG Choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler Music by Louis Prima, Greg Anthony Rassen, Regina Spektor Staged by Lauren Kias Costume Design by Lisa Zinni Lighting Design by Les Dickert Lighting Recreated by Nathan W. Scheuer Pictures by @s.fergusonphoto
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@richmondballet Moving Art 1 - 2 more shows left 😁 I am honored to have performed in Company B & Remember Our Song this program! Much love and appreciation to @laurenekias and @rchensee for their guidance, experience, and dedication to shaping such an amazing opportunity for myself, my fellow dancers, and the Richmond community. Thankful for my beautiful partners as always @mikellgraf & @celestegaiera ❤️😙 COMPANY B Choreography by Paul Taylor Music by the Andrews Sisters Staged by Richard Chen See Costume Design by Santo Loquasto Lighting by Jennifer Tipton Lighting Recreated for this Production by Nathan W. Scheuer Photos by @s.fergusonphoto REMEMBER OUR SONG Choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler Music by Louis Prima, Greg Anthony Rassen, Regina Spektor Staged by Lauren Kias Costume Design by Lisa Zinni Lighting Design by Les Dickert Lighting Recreated by Nathan W. Scheuer Photos by @s.fergusonphoto #ballet #dance #performance #fyp
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FINAL WEEKEND. DON’T MISS IT. The energy is high and there are only a few chances left to experience Moving Art: Stars & Stripes at VMFA. 📍 VMFA 📅 Through September 20 Get your tickets at the link in our bio. COMPANY B Choreography by Paul Taylor Music by the Andrews Sisters Staged by Richard Chen See Costume Design by Santo Loquasto Lighting by Jennifer Tipton Lighting Recreated for this Production by Nathan W. Scheuer Pas de Deux from STARS AND STRIPES Choreography by George Balanchine © The George Balanchine Trust Music by John Philip Sousa, orchestrated by Hershy Kay Staged by Jerri Kumery Costume Design by Karinska Lighting Design by Nathan W. Scheuer after Original Design by Mark Stanley REMEMBER OUR SONG Choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler Music by Louis Prima, Greg Anthony Rassen, Regina Spektor Staged by Lauren Kias Costume Design by Lisa Zinni Lighting Design by Les Dickert Lighting Recreated by Nathan W. Scheuer
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