In 1882, when the theatre was built, Coldwater was a day's trip from either Detroit or Chicago, which resulted in Coldwater's becoming a natural stopping point for visitors and theatre performers traveling the byway. As an area with plenty of lakes and forested parks, Coldwater also attracted city folk as a resort destination. 3-13.Tibbits Opera House as it looked in 1882 with its original Second Empire architectural facadeīecause Coldwater was on the main railway between Detroit and Chicago, news traveled from cities where entertainment and cultural activities were already well established. “As Anticipated” is an entire program devoted to his work. The Boston Ballet has formed a fruitful partnership with William Forsythe (maybe his generation’s Balanchine?). Go see this season opener then get tickets for all of these. The blend of familiarity and boldness in “My Obsession” mirrors the Boston Ballet’s mission, and its 2012-2023 season. “Apollo’s” steps are set to a Stravinsky score “Allegro Brillante” uses Tchaikovsky’s Third Piano Concerto - a couple of juggernauts that provide a perfect counterpoint to Jagger and Richards. Considered by many (or maybe most) to be the 20th century’s greatest choreographer, Balanchine created works that feel reassuring and revolutionary. Galloway and Pickett’s works mix with two selections from George Balanchine.īalanchine’s “Apollo” and “Allegro Brillante” reminded that ballet of every age has a visceral, sublime punch. He sells his piece through both the raw (a little hip sway or swaggering walk) and dazzlingly complex - two dozen dancers swinging between discord and harmony for 20 minutes.Ĭhoreographer Helen Pickett’s “Tsukiyo” also pushes ballet to its limits, and principal dancers Fentroy and Paul Craig are up to the challenge in this adventurous, experimental, sensual pas de deux - the piece received an ecstatic standing ovation on Thursday night. With “DEVIL’S/eye,” he brings an unhinged joy, a madcap freedom, to the art. Galloway, a former principal dancer for Ballet Frankfurt, has worked with the Stones for years as a creative consultant.

Stephen Galloway’s “DEVIL’S/eye” uses five Rolling Stones songs to create a steamy, electric tribute to the band’s music and modern dance.

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