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Ballet BC presents the musical hit Love Lies Bleeding, coming to Vancouver’s Queen Elizabeth Theatre from October 13 to 15, 2011. This production, inspired by the music of Sir Elton John and Bernie Taupin, will be performed by the Alberta Ballet.

Love Lies Bleeding is a poetic contemporary work that leads audiences into the wild, dangerous, and powerful world of pop music. It features 14 classic Sir Elton John and Bernie Taupin songs. The non-stop parade of dazzling costumes (by Martine Bertrand) rivals that of Vegas for sheer spectacle. Adam Larsen provides eye-popping projections for the Alberta Ballet dancers. By exploring the trials, victories, and sacrifices of achieving super-stardom, Love Lies Bleeding is an unforgettable story of rock ‘n’ roll, filled with drama, passion, defeat and, above all, love. This is a ballet sure to rock the planet.

[Yukichi Hattori]

“The exciting choreographic voice of Alberta Ballet’s Artistic Director Jean Grand-Maître examines the cult of celebrity with a thrilling evening of dance and a riveting theatrical experience for Vancouver audiences,” according to Emily Molnar, Ballet BC’s Artistic Director.

Alberta Ballet, currently in its 45th season, is Canada’s third largest dance company. Alberta Ballet has developed a distinctive repertoire and level of performance at the forefront of both home and international stages. The company invites leading conductors, choreographers, and other guest artists to take part in its productions.

Love Lies Bleeding

Venue: Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 649 Cambie Street, Vancouver
Dates: Thursday to Saturday, October 13 to 15; Thursday to Saturday, 8 pm; Saturday, October 15, 2 pm matinee
TicketsBallet BC.