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When classical ballet and technology blend together, it enhances both the artistic expression and audience experience. And We Call It Ballet in NYC honors traditional artistry while embracing a new form of theatricality made possible by digital technology. Countless LED lights weaved into the dancers’ costumes create an ethereal glow, as they glide across the stage with a fluidity that captivates all who bear witness.

This October, head to The Sheen Center on Bleecker Street to experience spectacular dancing, gleaming lights and a unique take on The Sleeping Beauty, one of the world’s most popular ballets. Places are limited so make sure to secure your spot now.

What is We Call It Ballet?

Integrating interactive LED lighting into the ballet dancers’ costumes, We Call It Ballet creates a synchronized and responsive visual experience adding a dynamic new element to the traditional tale. Thanks to this wearable technology as well as a narrator setting the scene, the beauty of the ballet is made more accessible for younger audiences, the visually impaired and for those that just didn’t have a clue what was going on.

Ballet, its storytelling and the show

The classic fairy tale tells the story of Princess Aurora, who is cursed by the evil Carabosse and can only be awakened from her deep, century-old sleep by true love’s kiss. The traditional ballet was set to the music of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and choreographed by Marius Petipa.

We Call It Ballet flips the script on the traditional ballet we’ve come to know and love, offering new pieces composed specifically for the show. Additionally, as the ballet dancers gracefully pirouette and stand en pointe, a narrator pitches in to briefly explain the plot, giving the whole experience a more immersive dimension.

Behind the minds of the sensual “We Call It Tango” show that brings the popular Argentine dance to the city, this innovative dance and light show is set to dazzle New York audiences yet again, creating enduring memories.

We Call It Ballet takes place at The Sheen Center for Thought and Culture. There are two back-to-back performances, scheduled at 6:30pm and 9:00pm. This way, you can choose the one that best suits your schedule.

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