GHOSTS of VIOLENCE

Ghosts of Violence is a groundbreaking multi-media ballet which brings the issue of domestic violence against women into the spotlight. It is an innovative and inspirational call for awareness, understanding and action. This original ballet brings to life stories inspired by women who have died at the hands of a partner. Through movement, theatre, music and videography, this ballet captures their memory –their struggles, their hopes, their joys and our loss.

Choreography: Igor Dobrovolskiy I Music: Alfred Schnitke, Sergei Rachmaninoff I Lighting: Pierre Lavoie I Projection Design: Adam Larsen.

Attend an inspiring evening of electrifying dance and support the Woman Abuse Council of Toronto (WomanACT).

Purchase premium seating for the Toronto debut of Ghosts of Violence presented by Atlantic Ballet Theatre of Canada.

Tickets are priced at $99.
A tax receipt for $33 will be issued. (Revenue Canada Charitable Number: 87276 6878 RR001)

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Ghosts of Violence is an emotionally charged work inspired by the lives of women who have lost their lives at the hands of an intimate partner. It is an innovative and poignant call for awareness, understanding and action. Through evocative lighting, theatre, music and multi-media, the ballet captures the memory of these silent victims and tells stories of their struggles, their hopes, their joys and our loss.

Saturday, May 26, 2012 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM (ET)

Toronto, ON

SCHEDULE

6:00 pm – Doors Open Visit information booths staffed by Toronto Performance Community Partners

7:30 pm – Introduction and remarks from stage

7:40 pm – Performance

9:45 pm – One More Chance to visit information booths

This video includes interviews with the Artistic Director and creators as well as audience response at the World-premiere held February 15th, 2011 at the National Arts Centre