News Release
For Immediate Release
Contact: Logan McSwain, communications manager
704.372.0101 x2765
lmcswain@ncdance.org
Photos: Event logo and photo above. Photographer Christopher Record must receive photo credit if photo is used. Additional photos available upon request.
A fashion and dance event benefiting North Carolina Dance Theatre
Charlotte, N.C. –The third-annual Runway for the Ballet is Sunday, November 8, 2009, in the Booth Playhouse at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. Runway for the Ballet features four lines of fashion from the boutiques of Grubb Properties’ Morrison Shopping Center, with excerpts from North Carolina Dance Theatre’s Innovative Works peppered between the fashion lines. Boutiques featured are Black & Blue, Capitol, ChezElle, EMartini and Scout and Molly’s.
Elements of Runway for the Ballet remain the same as the two previous events, such as the lively atmosphere spurred by a DJ and complimentary wine and hors d’oeuvres. Amelie's French Bakery is providing desserts. Ramona Holloway from the “Matt and Ramona Show” on 107.9 The Link will emcee for the third time. She is being joined by Jimmy Penman, commercial real estate broker and professional voice over actor, who can also be heard on 106.5 The End.
The major shift for this Runway for the Ballet is in fashion focus. Last year the event featured fashions from Neiman Marcus. This year smaller boutiques and shops will be presented. “In this tough economy, we really wanted to showcase small, local businesses to try and give back to the community as well as NC Dance Theatre,” explained fashion show co-chair Dana Cooke.
NC Dance Theatre’s affiliate groups, Opening Night Insiders and Corps de Ballet, are organizing the event and all proceeds will benefit NC Dance Theatre. Tickets include show admission and a reception. Grubb Properties and Morrison Shopping Center are sponsors.
For more information, visit Runwayfortheballet.com.
Runway for the Ballet Details
Date: Sunday, November 8, 2009, 5 and 7 p.m.
Location: Booth Playhouse, 130 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, N.C.
Tickets: $30-$65; Order tickets from Carolinatix.org, the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center Box Office or call 704.372.1000.
Upcoming North Carolina Dance Theatre Performance - Innovative Works
One of NC Dance Theatre’s signature performances, Innovative Works is known for its diversity of choreography, dance styles and music. Innovative Works, November 5-7 and 12-14, 2009, in the Booth Playhouse, features five dance works, two of them world premieres. Tickets start at $20 and can be purchased at 704.372.1000, ncdance.org or Blumenthal Performing Arts Center Box Office.
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About Opening Night Insiders
Opening Night Insiders provides young professionals with an interactive experience with the North Carolina Dance Theatre throughout its season. Membership to ONI includes tickets to either three or four opening night performances, private receptions with the artists, access to VIP events and the opportunity to get an inside look at the performances by meeting with choreographers, dancers and guest performers. To join and for more information please visit opening-night.org.
About NC Dance Theatre
North Carolina Dance Theatre has established itself as one of America’s premier dance companies. Led by internationally acclaimed President and Artistic Director Jean-Pierre Bonnefoux, NC Dance Theatre is based on strong dancers, high energy and a versatile repertoire that ranges from classical ballet to bold contemporary works. NC Dance Theatre School of Dance parallels the professional company’s tradition of excellence.
North Carolina Dance Theatre is supported, in part, with operating support by the Arts & Science Council. Dance Theatre is also supported by individuals, corporations, and local and national foundations, the North Carolina Arts Council, ArtsTeach, and the National Endowment for the Arts.
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