Central Dance Company will present the ballet, Paquita, at Laycock Street Theatre, for three shows on January 21 and 22.
The Spanish-inspired show includes original choreography from the famous French ballet dancer, Marius Petipa.
It will feature 14 dancers from Central Dance Company, and performances from Victorian State Ballet dancer, Janae Kerr, and Principal Dancer with the Royal New Zealand Ballet, and Queensland Ballet soloist, Michael.
Artistic Director and Publicity Officer of Central Dance Company, Patti Gleeson, said this dance style is really entertaining and upbeat to watch.
“It is a very famous and enjoyable ballet to watch which showcases the dancers,” Gleeson said.
“[Paquita] is a ‘dancey’ ballet; there are many solos and plenty of Spanish influences.
“The ages of our semi-professional dancers range from 11 to 21.
“We were originally supposed to hold this dance back in October, but it was pushed back due to COVID.
“It has been a constant battle to get this show up and running, but we have made it.”
The non-for-profit, semi-professional dance company is run completely by volunteers, offering young students the opportunity to experience what it is like to be in a professional ballet company.
“We give the dancers the company experience,” Gleeson said.
“It is not a competition; it is about the dancers deciding on whether this is what they want to do professionally.”
Shows will be at 7.30pm on January 21 and at 2.30 pm and 7.30pm on January 22.
Jacinta Counihan