[NEohioPAL] Ballet in Cleveland Announces Upcoming Presentations and Events

[Jessica Wallis]

View the press release as a web page here: http://www.prleap.com/pr/207422/

It's wonderful time to live in Cleveland! Over the next few months, Ballet
in Cleveland will present a series of events sure to keep you on your toes.
>From cinema to live performances, your perfect entertainment experience
awaits.

*Pre-Sale Cocktail Party at M Lang Clothing and Cocktails*

On Thursday, August 8th from 4:30pm to 7:30pm, join Ballet in Cleveland at
M Lang Clothing and Cocktails (1275 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44114) for
hors d'oeuvres provided by District, PlayhouseSquare's newest restaurant,
and a 60% discount off of all clothing in the store. Attendees will also
enjoy a savory selection of cocktails in honor of Ballets with a Twist's
upcoming performance of Cocktail Hour at the Ohio Theatre on September
19th. Bonus for ballet-lovers and cocktail connoisseurs: Ballet in
Cleveland will be on hand all evening with discounted tickets to the show!

*Ballet in Cinema with Cleveland Cinemas*

Cinema fans, rejoice! On Sunday, August 25th at 11am and Tuesday, August
27th at 7pm, join Ballet in Cleveland and Cleveland Cinemas for a big
screen presentation of Ludwig Minkus' Don Quixote at the Cedar Lee Theatre
in Cleveland Heights (2163 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118). Both the
introduction and post-screening discussion will be hosted by Ballet in
Cleveland's Founding Director, Jessica Wallis.

*Ballets with a Twist Invites You to Cocktail Hour at PlayhouseSquare*

Get ready to groove as Ballet in Cleveland brings New York City's hot
next-generation dance company, Ballets with a Twist, to PlayhouseSquare's
Ohio Theatre! The critically-acclaimed company will make its Cleveland
debut with a performance of its signature show, Cocktail Hour, on Thursday,
September 19th at 8 pm.

Conceived and choreographed by celebrated dance-maker Marilyn Klaus - whose
background ranges from vaudeville and show dancing, to Isadora Duncan and
classical ballet - Cocktail Hour is an intoxicating collection of dances,
each inspired by a well-known beverage. The family-friendly show infuses
ballet with an irreverent pop sensibility, launching the Martini, Gimlet,
Manhattan, and more off the menu and onto the stage. You've never seen
cocktails like these! To purchase tickets directly from PlayhouseSquare,
click here<http://www.playhousesquare.org/default.asp?playhousesquare=58&objId=4160>
.

*Ladies Night Out!*

Craving more cocktail culture? Start your evening early with Ballet in
Cleveland's Ladies' Night Out on September 19th. This exclusive event
begins from 5 to 7 pm at Marengo Luxury Spa, where participants will enjoy
a private spa treatment, a complimentary gift bag from Zoya, and some sweet
treats courtesy of Cookie & a Cupcake. Jim's Livery Transportation Service
will then escort the Ladies' Night Out guests to PlayhouseSquare for a
pre-show cocktail party as a prelude to Cocktail Hour. These very special
ladies are also invited to join in the champagne toast following the
performance. Tickets are just $65 (including the spa treatment and a ticket
to the show). To RSVP and purchase tickets, click
here<http://www.balletincleveland.org/ladiesnight/index.php>
.

*Master Class with Dorothea Garland of Ballets with a Twist*

In celebration of Ballets with a Twist's PlayhouseSquare debut, Ballet in
Cleveland presents master classes led by company soloist Dorothea Garland
on Sunday, September 15th, at PlayhouseSquare's Gund Dance Studio (1375
Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115). Dancers ages 12 and above will take
class from 12:00 to 1:30 pm. Dancers ages 6 to 12 will take class from 2:30
to 3:30 pm. An autograph and Q & A session with Garland and company dancers
Michael Dominguez and Aengus Ortiz will follow each class. All participants
will receive a dance bag and tights courtesy of Body Wrappers, and a master
class group photo with Dorothea Garland. For more information and to RSVP,
emailinfo at balletincleveland.org and register at
www.balletincleveland.org beginning
August 1.

*From Fifth Avenue to Fifth Position with Saks Fifth Avenue*

This November, Ballet in Cleveland brings you two exciting events featuring
Ashley Bouder, principal dancer with New York City Ballet, and Matthew
Dibble, formerly of the Royal Ballet of London.

On Saturday, November 9th, Bouder and Dibble will lead a master class
focused on Balanchine technique and choreography. Don't miss out on this
rare opportunity to gain insight into George Balanchine's unique style!
Registration will open in early fall, 2013 atwww.balletincleveland.org.

On Sunday, November 10th, join Ballet in Cleveland for "From Fifth Avenue
to Fifth Position," a brunch benefit for Ballet in Cleveland held at Saks
Fifth Avenue in Beachwood (26100 Cedar Rd., Beachwood, OH 44122). Bouder
and Dibble will discuss their experiences as professional dancers and why
ballet is more exciting than ever. The event will also include a New York
City Ballet brunch, a fall fashion show, a private shopping event, and a
$25.00 gift card to Saks. Ballet in Cleveland will receive up to 10% of all
purchases made up to $2,000! Tickets are just $50. To RSVP and purchase
tickets, click here <http://www.balletincleveland.org/saks/index.php>.

*About Ballet in Cleveland*
Ballet in Cleveland is a nonprofit organization committed to bringing
professional classical ballet performances and events to Cleveland. With a
mission to revitalize the presence of classical ballet in Cleveland, Ohio,
the organization presents performances by the highest quality professional
ballet companies while promoting the art through ballet-centered
programming and events that not only foster interest, but also educate and
entertain the community. Ballet in Cleveland highlights the importance,
relevance, and entertaining artistry of professional classical ballet in
the region.

*About Saks Fifth Avenue*
Saks Fifth Avenue, one of the world's preeminent specialty retailers, is
renowned for its superlative American and international designer
collections, its expertly edited assortment of handbags, shoes, jewelry,
cosmetics and gifts, and the first-rate fashion expertise and exemplary
client service of its Associates. Today, Saks operates 43 full-line stores
in 20 states, 5 international licensed stores, 65 Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH
stores and saks.com, the company's online store. Saks prides itself on
building a culture of philanthropy and giving back to local/national
charities through its "Saks Gives" program in each of the communities it is
located.

Saks Fifth Avenue is proud to be named a J.D. Power and Associates 2012
Customer Service Champion and is only one of 50 U.S. companies so named.

Contact

To learn more about these events, please visit www.balletincleveland.org,
or contact:

Jessica Wallis, Founding Director
Ballet in Cleveland <http://www.balletincleveland.org/>
330-285-5779

-- 
Jessica Wallis
Founding Director,
*Ballet in Cleveland
*
"Presenting Professional Classical Ballet in Cleveland, Ohio"
1621 Euclid Avenue,
Cleveland, OH 44115
 330.285.5779
*www.balletincleveland.org*
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