'Swan Lake' flows on stage at the Benedum
PITTSBURGH — The ultimate tale of passion and betrayal takes center stage as Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre closes its 40th anniversary season with "Swan Lake."
The most popular of all classical ballets, "Swan Lake" is set for three performances, April 16 to 18 at the Benedum Center, 719 Liberty Ave.
Tchaikovsky's magnificent score will be performed live by the PBT Orchestra.
Performances will begin at 8 p.m. April 16, at 2 and 8 p.m. April 17, and at 2 p.m. April 18. A student matinee is set for 11 a.m. April 16.
Single tickets for Swan Lake range from $20 to $88. Call 412-456-6666 or visit www.pbt.org.
Events associated with the production include:
n Afterthoughts, at 10:30 p.m. April 16.
Audience members can engage in discussion about the performance they have just seen, with perspectives from PBT artistic director Terrence Orr and other PBT artists,
• Insights, at 7 p.m. April 17.
Insights provides an in-depth look at the production prior to the Saturday evening performance. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 412-454-9105.
• Talks with Terry, at 1 p.m. April 18.
An opportunity to get an expert's view on ballet, the artists and the production through an informal discussion with Orr. Audience members can also enjoy a behind-the-scenes look.
• The Family Pointe, at 12:30 p.m. April 18.
The program is designed for families with children between the ages of 5 and 14. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 412-454-9105.
