Alberta Ballet

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Now in its 38th season, Alberta Ballet is comprised of 25 classically trained dancers, handpicked from around the globe for their exceptional talent. Under the dynamic leadership of artistic director Jean Grand-Maître, Alberta Ballet is receiving international acclaim for its powerful and dramatic performances. Alberta Ballet’s repertoire balances classical works with highly successful contemporary creations of narrative ballets that connects with modern esthetics and sensitivities - mixing proven, more accessible productions with works that take great risks and advance the art form. It includes ballets by noted choreographers such as George Balanchine, Christopher Wheeldon, Margie Gillis, Agnes de Mille, Rudi Van Dantzig, Helgi Tomasson and Jorma Elo. The company tours regularly across Canada and internationally to the United States, Europe, China and Africa.

Choreographer

Canadian born Jean Grand-Maître is one of the most successful ballet choreographers of his generation. He assumed the artistic leadership of Alberta Ballet in 2002, after working internationally for 12 years. He has been commissioned by prestigious companies including Teatro alla Scala, Paris Opera Ballet, Bavarian State Ballet, Stuttgart Ballet, Norwegian National Ballet, National Ballet of Canada, Ballet British Columbia and Les Grands Ballets Canadiens. For Alberta Ballet, Jean has choreographed three highly successful and critically acclaimed full length works: Carmen (2002), Cinderella (2004) and Dangerous Liaisons (2004)

On Tour