Community Performances
btc
presents about a dozen educational and interactive programs each year
for a low fee or as a community service to further educate the public.
Our performances take place in a variety of venues including schools,
libraries, community centers, bookstores, and more!
The
Leaping for Literacy Project
The
Leaping for Literacy Project sponsored by Stillson Foundation,
Fifth Third Bank, Trustee,and John A Schroth Family Charitable Trust, PNC Bank, Trustee, has has been established by ballet
tech cincinnati to celebrate literacy through fun and entertaining
performances, and to encourage families to read together and use their
own creative skills to reinforce their interest in books. Studies have
shown that children who read and are read to at home are more successful
in school. Reading is essential! This program comes to fruition
each spring, when we perform our family-friendly, literacy based original
ballets. This year's production, “Talking Eggs",
on February 19-20, 2010 captures the unique flavor of the American South in an unusual and imaginative tale akin to Cinderella to attract multigenerational families with youngsters.Featuring a diverse, highly talented cast of professional,
pre-professional, youth and community dancers, this show will engage
audiences of all ages! Past Productions include "Myth" celebrating the epic, ancient myths from a variety of cultures including
Roman, Greek, Norse, Indian, Native American, African, Chinese, and
South American in a family-friendly show that encourages families to
read together; "Rikki
TIkki Tavi" with original choreography that takes
the audience into the magical world of Rudyard Kipling with amazing
costumes, colorful sets and a variety of dance styles ;"Made
in America" - a journey through time and across our
nation with inspiring stories of courageous American youth. The production
is based on the “Dear America,” “American Girl,” and “My Name is America”
book series. "Happily Ever After"a
show packed full of charming and clever characters from an assortment
of beloved fairy tales; The Seuss-inspired production, "Green
Legs and Ham" performed to sold-out crowds; and
"The Conductor's" an uplifting
tale of separation and strength, tribulation and triumph, about one
family’s quest to obtain their freedom through the Underground Railroad.
These past productions are now part of our Educational Touring Company's
repertoire - made up of area youth and community members. We tour area
schools and community venues promoting literacy and the arts.
In addition, the project includes an annual poster and poetry contest
and outreach performances to area libraries and bookstores.
