Columbia City Ballet is producing a World Premier Ballet based on one of the most iconic bands of all time, the Beatles. This multi-media ballet will follow the story of the Beatles’ careers beginning in the 1960s, and examining their cultural impact and the elevation of social consciousness through their music.
Featuring 40 songs, and conceived of by William Starrett, Executive & Artistic Director of Columbia City Ballet, the ballet will include works by multiple choreographers, all under the artistic direction of Starrett.
Mr. Starrett was inspired to create the ballet through reflection upon the wide variety of music the group recorded in such a relatively short span of time. In addition, further inspiration arises from the fact that many of the issues the Beatles addressed in their work continue to be topics in our current national conversation. Always searching for ways to broaden the ballet audience while keeping the art current, Starrett feels the inspiration and influence the Beatles continue to have on subsequent generations is the perfect catalyst for inspiring a new generation of audience members.
The production will generate a lot of excitement and interest through promotional activities designed to enhance the performance experience. The 1960s can’t be revisited without attention to ‘60’s fashion, therefore a pre-show VIP reception with a ‘60’s theme will be at 6:00 p.m. prior to the evening performance. An open bar and hors d’oeuvres will be served as Artistic Director William Starrett speaks on the creation of the ballet. Guests are invited to dress in their grooviest sixties attire.
Beatles, the Ballet is guaranteed to be an exciting and memorable production by South Carolina’s largest performing arts organization. For more information regarding the World Premier of Beatles, the Ballet, contact Columbia City Ballet, 1545 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201 or by phone at 803-799-7605.
