State Ballet of RI 1960-2010 State Ballet of RI Artistic Director Herci Marsden

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State Ballet of RI Presents Giselle, May 14 & 15, 2010, at Roberts Auditorium, Rhode Island College in Providence


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Giselle Open Casting Call
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OPEN Casting call For The State Ballet of Rhode Island's 50th Anniversary Performances of Giselle


The State Ballet of RI is looking for 1 or 2 male SUPERNUMERARIES to perform a pantomime role of Prince of Courland, father of Bathilde.

Here is your opportunity to gain experience and build your theatrical resume while performing alongside the artists of SBRI!

What is a SUPERNUMERARY?
  • Supernumeraries, aka, "supers," are the extras of the ballet world.
SBRI is looking for 1 or 2 male volunteers, at least 5' 9" in height, to perform a walk-on, non-dancing, unpaid role. Theatre and/or dance experience are helpful, but not required.

Audition Dates & Times:
  • Saturday, March 13th 12:30pm-1:30pm
  • Saturday, March 20th 12:30-1:30pm
  • Or by appointment in not available for above times, by calling 401-334-2560 or emailing info@stateballet.com.
Rehearsal Schedule [starting March 21st]:
  • Generally, Fridays 7-9:15pm, and Sundays 12:30-3:30pm [Flexible rehearsal schedule]
  • Technical/Dress Rehearsal @ RIC - Thursday, May 13, 2010 @ 3:30pm
Performance Schedule:
  • Friday, May 14, 2010 @ 10:00am
  • Friday, May 14, 2010 @ 8:00pm
  • Saturday, May 15, 2010 @ 2:30pm
*** Cast varies per assigned performance.

For additional information or to join SBRI's e-mailing list, please contact Ana Marsden Fox, Executive Director, at info@stateballet.com.

The story of the ballet, Giselle, can be found at our program notes.

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Ticket Information
Tickets are now available

Performances will be held on May 14th & 15th, 2010, in the Auditorium in Roberts Hall, Rhode Island College, in Providence. Tickets are available through the R.I. College Box Office. Visa/Mastercard accepted. All seats are reserved.

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The Story of Giselle
Giselle, a frail village maiden and Albrecht, a Duke in disguise, meet and fall in love.

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Backstage Tour for Kids
Back Stage Tour for children 12 and under begins 45 minutes before showtime!
Project Ballet in Education
Friday, May 14, 10:00 a.m.

The Project Ballet in Education performance of Giselle is available for schools in progress and is sponsored in part by the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts and underwritten by Citizens Bank and Amica.

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Herci Marsden in arabesque State Ballet of RI