Next date: Friday, 17 May 2024 | 07:30 PM to 09:30 PM
Little Mermaid is a widely known and well-loved story, immersing the audience amidst the Hans Christian Anderson fairy tale classic with a profound experience that is exhilarating and visually inspiring. The choreography by Michelle Sierra is a stunning display of classical ballet performed by the outstanding artists of the Victorian State Ballet & Victorian State Youth Ballet. Magnificent costumes full of vibrant colour, sets and props accentuate the beauty and splendour of this magical place, together with the outstanding skill, artistry & technique of the artists of the Victorian State Ballet. The young mermaid Arial dreams of a life beyond the sea. She bears witness to a shipwreck and comes to aid of a drowning sailor. Having saved his life and having delivered him back to shore, she seeks the council of the wise sea crone who advises her that all gifts come with a warning and grants her the gift of transformation. Re-united with her sailor, she struggles to conform with human ways and quickly discovers life in a palace, chasing a prince and navigating her new legs is not as easy as she dreamed! But a happily ever after is on the horizon! Suitable for all ages! A wonderful experience for family & friends at the ballet. ‘Every aspect of the performance excelled, a work to remember for years to come’" Dancetrain Magazine
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The duration of this performance is 2 hours inclusive of an interval. Victorian State Ballet performers will be hosting a meet and greet at the conclusion of this performance in the Karralyka foyer.