Safe Haven Ballet presents How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Choreographed by Miranda Bailey 

 

The story of a lonely creature who tries to cancel Christmas by stealing the gifts & decorations from the homes of the nearby town of Whoville on Christmas Eve.  This ballet is full of laughter, romance, & an important lesson about the true meaning of the holiday season.

 

The Grinch is a unique interactive experience for audience members of all ages & learning opportunity that transforms our ballet stage into a vibrant classroom!

 

In addition to the performance component of the production, audiences can look forward to a lecture demonstration on different dance forms & their history,  stagecraft, & theater etiquette.  This component will help young audience members to:

-Broaden their cultural & global backgrounds when viewing performances of various genres originating from all parts of the world

-Analyze, critique, & communicate ideas presented in a different perspective

-Increase their attention stamina for auditory & visual media

-Understand the importance of manners & showing respect for others in social situations

 

The performance is set to both classical music & contemporary holiday music & includes narration so each audience member has a clear understanding of the story & can fully appreciate the artistry of the professional dancers.  This production strives to:

-Provide a deep understanding of & appreciation for the art form of ballet

-Educate the community & let our audience get to know the artists & company better, leaving them with a yearning to learn more about performing arts in New Hampshire

 

Safe Haven Ballet is a 501(c)(3) and exists to uplift and inspire the community through professional performances and world class ballet education while upholding a trauma-informed approach.