Family Matinee Series: Oregon Ballet Theatre (OBT2)

The Family Matinee Series presents Oregon Ballet Theatre 2 (OBT2). Established in 2015, OBT2 is composed of talented young dancers chosen from top levels of the Oregon Ballet Theatre School. On the cusp of a professional career, these gifted dancers perform a gorgeously curated collection of excerpts from iconic classical and contemporary ballets. Join OBT2 as they perform a duet from Rassemblement by Nacho Duato; Jewels from 3rd Act Sleeping Beauty; Ellington Suite by Dennis Spaight, and a new piece by OBT Soloist Matthew Pawlicki- Sinclair.

The Sherwood Center for the Arts is excited to present the 4th Annual Family Matinee Series! This family favorite tradition brings unique cultural experiences to the Sherwood community. Explore a diverse and highly entertaining season of performances from all around the world. Be sure to arrive early to receive the first stamp on your very own Cultural Passport. Collect all 5 stamps for an exciting prize!

DETAILS

Show Time: 2 PM
Doors Open: 1:30 PM
Tickets: $5/all ages - sold online or at the door
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ABOUT OREGON BALLET THEATRE 2 (OBT2):

OBT2 is guided daily by OBT2 Program Director Lisa Sundstrom, within guidelines established by OBT’s Artistic Director and the Director of The School of OBT. OBT2 dancers participate in daily technique class as well as pointe class, men’s class, strength and conditioning, pas de deux, and flexibility training. Dancers also take class with OBT’s professional company on certain days of the week.

OBT2 participants perform and rehearse classical and contemporary choreography from the repertoire of Oregon Ballet Theatre. Performances include outreach presentations at school and community centers, and appearances at special events, as well as stand-alone OBT2 performances. OBT2 dancers understudy and perform company roles throughout the season in ballets such as George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker and other large scale productions. The year culminates in OBT School’s Annual School Performance at the Newmark Theatre in the spring.

Dancers ranging from 18 to 22 years of age are eligible for OBT2; participation is 1-2 years. Those wishing to be considered for the program must be admitted to OBT School’s Summer Intensive in Level 6 and attend a minimum of 4 weeks, though 6 weeks is recommended. Admission is based solely on invitation from the Artistic Director, OBT2 Program Director, and School Director.