Queensland Ballet

Strictly Gershwin

Lyric Theatre, QPAC


28 Sep - 7 Oct 2023
$60 - $192

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2 hours 30 minutes

(including interval, subject to change without notice)

Strictly Gershwin comes roaring back to evoke the glamour and romance of the golden age in this spectacular tribute to George and Ira Gershwin. Summoning the silver screen magic of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, Queensland Ballet takes audiences on a dazzling journey through ballet, jazz, tap, and ballroom dance genres, to the big band era soundtrack of the thirties. It’s a true celebration of the Gershwins, with Derek Deane’s choreography a sensational match to their larger-than-life Broadway creations and seductive Hollywood tunes.

With music adapted by Gareth Valentine, Deane’s Strictly Gershwin was choreographed for the English National Ballet in 2008 and has since been adored across the world. Queensland Ballet performed it in 2016 to rave reviews.

Featuring the Gershwin’s greatest hits including “Rhapsody in Blue”, “Summertime”, “Strike up the Band”, “Someone to Watch over Me”, “‘S Wonderful”, “Shall We Dance”, “I Got Rhythm” and many more, experience the music synonymous with the romantic ideals of post-war America, jazz, Broadway, and debonair dance routines, culminating in a sparkling grand finale from An American in Paris.

Book now for this fabulous homage to the art deco era.


Credits

Derek Deane OBE

Choreographer and Director

Ivan Gil-Ortega

Assistant to the Choreographer

Amy Hollingsworth

Stager

George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin

Words and Music

Gareth Valentine

Music Adaption

Don Sebesky

Orchestrator

Bill Simpson

Tap Choreographer

Roberta Guidi di Bagno

Costume Designer

Howard Harrison

Lighting Designer

Cameron Goerg and Ben Hughes

Revival Lighting Designers

Michael England

Conductor

Nigel Gaynor

Conductor

Queensland Symphony Orchestra

Music Performed by

Daniel Le

Featuring Pianist

Costumes and props

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Guest Artists

Michael England

Conductor

Bill Simpson

Tap Choreographer and Tap Artist

Kris Kerr

Tap Artist

Rachael Walsh

Tap Artist

Luke Kennedy

Singer (Tenor)

Naomi Price

Singer (Mezzo)

Nina Korbe

Singer (Soprano)

Ben Mingay

Singer (Tenor)

Camilo Ramos

Principal Artist

Daniel Le

Pianist


Special Events

Post Performance Q&A

Sat 30 Sept 2023, 1:30 PM

30 Minute Q&A after the performance featuring cast and creatives.

Important Information

Accessibility at QPAC

For wheelchair users, Companion Card holders or those requiring assistance, dedicated seating options are available, and bookings can be made through our Call Centre by calling 136 246. You can also find information on access and accessibility at QPAC here .

Presented by Queensland Ballet

Derek Deane’s Strictly Gershwin is generously enabled by the Ken Talbot Foundation.

Presenting partner – Margot McKinney

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