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Queensland Ballet: A Midsummer Night's Dream

Date: Nov 20-21 - 7:30 pm

Venue: National Centre for the Performing Arts

Shakespeare's whimsical masterpiece has been transformed into a glorious dance drama thanks to the acclaimed choreographer Liam Scarlett. Together with Mendelssohn's evocative music, Scarlett's witty choreography brings the magical, humorous and timeless story of love, jealousy and mistaken identities to life. Appointed Queensland Ballet's Artistic Associate in 2016, Liam Scarlett is in demand worldwide for his exceptional choreographic talent. He has created ballets for The Royal Ballet (where he is Artist in Residence), and commissions for international companies such as New York City Ballet, San Francisco Ballet and English National Ballet. Established in 1960 by Charles Lisner OBE, Queensland Ballet is a vibrant, creative company which connects people and dance across Queensland. The company offers a program of world-class productions of the best classical ballets and inspired contemporary dance works. Queensland Ballet engages renowned choreographers and designers from around the world and nurtures emerging local talent by presenting exciting new works in an intimate studio series.