Advanced ballet masterclass
Join us for this series of exclusive masterclasses led by guest teachers and choreographers who come to work with the professional dancers of Ballet d'Jèrri.
This is a unique opportunity for dancers in Jersey to learn from some of the best in the industry. Each session offers a chance to deepen your technique, explore new styles, and gain insight from professionals who bring their expertise from renowned dance companies around the world. Whether you’re looking to refine your skills or simply enjoy a new challenge, these masterclasses promise to be inspiring and enriching. Spaces are limited, so book your spot today and take your dance journey to the next level!
About the teacher:
Laurent Guilbaud, hailing from Clermont-Ferrand, France, is a distinguished dancer and répétiteur renowned for his extensive career in ballet. Trained at Paris Opéra Ballet School and the National Conservatory in Avignon, he has graced stages around the world, leaving his mark on prestigious national companies such as Stuttgart Ballet, Deutsche Staatsoper Berlin, and the Semperoper Ballet Dresden. Laurent's repertoire spans classical and contemporary works, featuring collaborations with renowned choreographers and the creation of roles in pieces by contemporary masters like Celis, Ratmansky, and Dawson.
In 2016, Laurent earned his teaching diploma in Paris, marking a transition to a new chapter in his career. As a guest teacher, he has shared his expertise at renowned institutions across Europe, including Theater Basel, Deutsche Oper Berlin, and the Ballet National de l’Opéra de Bordeaux. Now he is based in the UK as a Ballet Master with English National Ballet..
Laurent has been a part of the BDJ story from Day 1, teaching for our inaugural audition classes in London and visiting Jersey for the first time last year to train the company members and offer workshops for local dance students. We are thrilled to continue this collaboration and welcome back an important member of our extended BDJ family.
Booking through Eventbrite.
Cake and Cabaret - St clement
This programme was initiated by ArtHouse Jersey with the aim to foster a sense of community, and bring high-quality performances and an opportunity to dance into each parish. Performances by special guests Optimistic Voices and Michael Hutchings as well as the Ballet Jersey dancers. These events are tailored for older parishioners, but there is no age limit and everyone is welcome! We will deliver 12 of these events over the course of a year, in each of the island's parish halls.
Please get your free tickets through Eventbrite or sign up at your Parish Hall.
Open Studio with Boston Dance Theater
Under the co-artistic direction of Jessie Jeanne Stinnett and award winning, Dutch-Israeli, choreographer Itzik Galili, Boston Dance Theater (BDT) is Boston’s first contemporary dance repertory company with international ties at the leadership level. With a commitment to presenting works of socio-political relevance, BDT matches the talents of Boston-based dancers with those of acclaimed global choreographers, broadening the scope of contemporary dance practice and performance in their city.
With a shared vision and values, we are eager to explore collaborations between Jersey and Boston, so could not be more delighted to announce that they will be visiting us for a few days on the back of their tour in London this winter.
This event will be held in a very informal setting in our studio. Dancers from each company will perform a few excerpts from their respective repertoire, we will show you the results of the two workshop days we will have in the studio all together, and hear from both directors and both sets of dancers about the similarities and differences of our two companies, and our plans for our future collaboration.
Tickets on sale through Eventbrite.
Photo Melissa Blackall Photography. Boston Dance Theater’s performance of If as if by Itzik Galili, dancers Henoch Spinola and Jessie Jeanne Stinnett.
Guernsey tour: Goecke & Edeso
We are pleased to announce we will be performing on our sister island in March 2025.
The programme:
This double bill includes renowned German choreographer Marco Goecke’s Whiteout. The work premiered at Les Ballets de Monte Carlo in 2008, and has since been performed by companies all around the world. Set to music by Bob Dylan, this hauntingly bittersweet piece is the perfect introduction to the work of one of the giants of the dance industry and an incomparable artist.
The second half will see a world premiere by Asier Edeso Eguia, creator of BDJ fan favourite Deliberate Mistake. Edeso Eguia’s all new work will be the first for our company is his new role as resident choreographer.
Tickets on sale soon. Please contact performingarts@gcfe.net for more information.
Hospice Huddle
Ballet d’Jèrri is honoured to support Jersey Hospice Care by performing at the Spring Hospice Huddle. Jersey Hospice Care provides vital services to our community, offering compassionate care and support to those with life-limiting illnesses and their families.
As a fellow charity, we are proud to stand alongside them in their incredible work. Our dancers will bring their artistry to this special event, celebrating the spirit of giving and togetherness.
📅 Date: 21st March 2025
📍 Location: The Royal Yacht
This event is organised by Jersey Hospice Care. To join us and support this important cause, please email the organisers directly at administration@jerseyhospicecare.com.
Ballet Júnior da Madeira
Ballet d'Jèrri is proud to present Ballet Júnior da Madeira on tour in Jersey.
About Ballet Júnior da Madeira
Founded with a commitment to cultivating and celebrating dance on Madeira Island, Ballet Júnior da Madeira is dedicated to promoting local talent, culture, and the name Madeira throughout Portugal and beyond. Emerging from a small project initiated at the Escola de Dança do Funchal in 2014, the company has grown through strategic partnerships, establishing itself as a dynamic junior dance company that continues to shape and inspire young artists in its first two seasons.
Our Mission
Ballet Júnior da Madeira provides a bridge from the academic realm to a professional dance career, nurturing young dancers between the ages of 14 and 22. Through rigorous technical training and creative development, the company offers these young talents a diverse array of choreographic experiences, guided by prominent choreographers, dance teachers, and professional dancers. This inclusive environment fosters artistic growth, supports equal opportunities for dancers from different training backgrounds, and propels the art of dance on Madeira Island.
About the Performance
Crisálida (Chrysalis)
Choreographed by Inês Pedruco, Crisálida uses the metaphor of a chrysalis to embody transformation, growth, and the journey toward self-discovery. Each movement mirrors a stage in the evolution of a person, highlighting the interplay between adaptation, individuality, and the courage to forge one’s unique path. This compelling piece celebrates the continued development of the human spirit.
Choreography: Inês Pedruco
Dancers: Eva Silva, Margarida Dória, Constança Louro, Elisa Martins, Madalena Londral, Lara Mata, Maria Francisca Abreu, Angely Abreu
Guest Dancers: Luísa Silva, João Santos
Music: Works by John Adams, Felix Mendelssohn, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Alva Noto, Bryce Dessner, Len Faki, Maki Namekawa, Jóhann Jóhannsson
Musical Editing: Filipe Abreu
Lighting Design: Vanessa Fernandes
Ballet d'Jèrri is proud to present Ballet Júnior da Madeira in this inspiring work, bringing to our audience a glimpse of the vibrant talent emerging from Madeira Island and the beautiful diversity of the human experience through dance.
Tickets available soon through Jersey Arts Centre.
Performance times:
Thursday 27th March 2025 at 19:30
Friday 28th March 2025 at 19:30
Double Bill: Goecke & Edeso
The first programme of 2025 brings an exciting work to Jersey audiences: Renowned German choreographer Marco Goecke’s Whiteout. The work premiered at Les Ballets de Monte Carlo in 2008, and has since been performed by companies all around the world. Set to music by Bob Dylan, this hauntingly bittersweet piece is the perfect introduction to the work of one of the giants of the dance industry and an incomparable artist.
The second half of this double bill will see the return of Asier Edeso Eguia, creator of BDJ fan favourite Deliberate Mistake. Edeso Eguia’s all new work will be the first for our company is his new role as resident choreographer.
Tickets on sale now through Eventbrite
Paris tour: Goecke & Edeso
We are pleased to announce our first tour to France in April 2025.
The programme:
This double bill includes renowned German choreographer Marco Goecke’s Whiteout. The work premiered at Les Ballets de Monte Carlo in 2008, and has since been performed by companies all around the world. Set to music by Bob Dylan, this hauntingly bittersweet piece is the perfect introduction to the work of one of the giants of the dance industry and an incomparable artist.
The second half will see a world premiere by Asier Edeso Eguia, creator of BDJ fan favourite Deliberate Mistake. Edeso Eguia’s all new work will be the first for our company is his new role as resident choreographer.
Tickets on sale soon. Please contact contact@theatredugymnase.com for more information.
Ballet in the Park
The third annual Ballet in the Park at Howard Davis Park. A unique chance to enjoy dance removed from the traditional theatre setting, Ballet in the Park offers an opportunity for new audiences to see our work, and allows existing fans to enjoy a performance in a beautiful natural setting. Presented in collaboration with Jersey Opera House.
Participate in engaging children’s activities throughout the weekend like face painting, hula hooping, and free open dance classes, plus you can enjoy a variety of tasty food truck offerings. There is even a bouncy castle! Bring a picnic and plan to settle in to watch the performances at the end of each day.
This is an outdoor event, so dress appropriately and be mindful of sun protection.
Complete 2025 event info will be published closed to the date. As an example, here was the 2024 schedule:
Saturday Schedule:
10:30-13:00 BDJ company training and rehearsals
13:30-18:00 Open classes and workshops given by company dancers
18:00-19:00 Dance students’ showcase
19:00-20:00 Ballet d’Jerri performance
Sunday Schedule:
10:30-12:00 BDJ company training and rehearsals
12:15-14:00 Open classes and workshops given by company dancers
14:00-15:00 Guest performances
15:00-16:00 Ballet d’Jerri performance
Ballet in the Park may run as scheduled rain or shine; but if we need to cancel due to inclement weather we will announce this on all channels as soon as we make the call. Rain dates have been booked for 5th and 6th July.
Please email info@ballet.je with any questions or to register your interest.
Cake and Cabaret - St John
This programme was initiated by ArtHouse Jersey with the aim to foster a sense of community, and bring high-quality performances and an opportunity to dance into each parish. Performances by special guests Optimistic Voices and Michael Hutchings as well as the Ballet Jersey dancers. These events are tailored for older parishioners, but there is no age limit and everyone is welcome! We will deliver 12 of these events over the course of a year, in each of the island's parish halls.
Please get your free tickets through Eventbrite or sign up at your Parish Hall.
Open Class: Adult Contemporary
Join us for this series of open workshops led by the professional dancers of Ballet d'Jèrri.
Our company dancers represet a wealth of experience in different styles and disciplines. This workshop series aims to make the resource of their knowledge and expertise more accessible for our local dance community. Hosted at the BDJ studio at Fort Regent, these one-off workshops are a chance to explore different aspects of dance training, introduce new movement, or supplement an existing dance education.
About this session:
In this class the focus will be on contemporary dance technique, and while some previous experience would be beneficial, all levels, ages, and abilities are welcome.
All ages are welcome.
Please arrive at the studio around 15 minutes prior to the class to check in. ou may also catch the tail end of some BDJ rehearsals!
Recommended attire for this class is comfortable clothing that allows free movement range, and socks.
About the teacher:
Anna is a dancer and choreographer, originally from Lincolnshire UK. She trained at Royal Ballet School and Rambert. Alongside her role at BDJ, Anna has worked extensively with Mark Bruce Company in the UK.
Anna is one of the founders of Ballet d’Jèrri, and has been involved in the development of the company since 2022.
Sign up through Eventbrite.
Cake and Cabaret - St Lawrence
This programme was initiated by ArtHouse Jersey with the aim to foster a sense of community, and bring high-quality performances and an opportunity to dance into each parish. Performances by special guests Optimistic Voices and Michael Hutchings as well as the Ballet Jersey dancers. These events are tailored for older parishioners, but there is no age limit and everyone is welcome! We will deliver 12 of these events over the course of a year, in each of the island's parish halls.
Please get your free tickets through Eventbrite or sign up at your Parish Hall.
Advanced Ballet Masterclass
Originally from Ostrava, Markéta Pospíšilová completed her studies at the Janáček Conservatory and went on to join the Moravian-Silesian National Theatre, where she rose to the position of soloist in 2010. Throughout her time there, she performed leading roles in ballets such as The Nutcracker, Cinderella, and Swan Lake, earning a Thalia Award nomination for her portrayal of Odette/Odile.
In 2015, she joined Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo, where she performed under the guidance of director and choreographer Jean-Christophe Maillot. Her repertoire there included Le Songe, La Belle, Cendrillon, Casse-Noisette Compagnie, La Mégère apprivoisée, Altro Canto, Choré, as well as pieces by renowned choreographers like Jiří Kylián and Mats Ek.
Since September 2020, Markéta has been working as a freelance dancer and ballet instructor based in Prague. She frequently collaborates with companies in the Czech Republic and also works with Ballet Am Rhein and Ballet National du Rhin. In addition, she has taken on the role of ballet master at DJKT.
Booking through Eventbrite.
Cake and Cabaret - St Brelade
This programme was initiated by ArtHouse Jersey with the aim to foster a sense of community, and bring high-quality performances and an opportunity to dance into each parish. Performances by special guests Optimistic Voices and Michael Hutchings as well as the Ballet Jersey dancers. These events are tailored for older parishioners, but there is no age limit and everyone is welcome! We will deliver 12 of these events over the course of a year, in each of the island's parish halls.
Please get your free tickets through Eventbrite or sign up at your Parish Hall.
Motion - live performance inspired by art
This very special event marks the closing of Kay Le Seelleur Ara’s solo exhibition Curiosity Didn’t Kill the Cat. A collaboration between CCA galleries International, Ballet d'Jèrri and the artist Kay Le Seelleur Ara. Choreographed by Tabitha Dombroski who has created Motion specifically for the CCAI gallery space.
Motion explores space and distinctive movement qualities evoked by Kay Le Seelleur Ara’s solo exhibition of drawings and paintings. Dombroski provides a guided tour through the gallery with movement artists bringing the images of the painter to life. Delving into the dancers' inner motivations and evoking emotive states for an intimate audience. Motion blurs the traditional boundaries of stage and audience, fostering a sense of safety, connection, vulnerability and inclusivity.
Performance Duration 1 hour
Space will be limited, so RSVP to CCA Gallery to reserve your space.
Cake and Cabaret - St Ouen
This programme was initiated by ArtHouse Jersey with the aim to foster a sense of community, and bring high-quality performances and an opportunity to dance into each parish. Performances by special guests Optimistic Voices and Michael Hutchings as well as the Ballet Jersey dancers. These events are tailored for older parishioners, but there is no age limit and everyone is welcome! We will deliver 12 of these events over the course of a year, in each of the island's parish halls.
Please get your free tickets through Eventbrite or sign up at your Parish Hall.
CARTE BLANCHE 2024
The dancers of Ballet d'Jerri present Carte Blanche, a performance specially curated by the artists themselves.
Come see what our brilliant team will create when left to their own devices. Expect innovative new choreography and “dancers’ choice” repertoire favourites.
This performance flips the perspective of programming, allowing the dancers a Carte Blanche to speak for themselves in the language they understand best.
Tickets available through Jersey Arts Centre.
Performance times:
Friday 18th October 2024 at 19:30
Saturday 19th October 2024 at 14:30
Saturday 19th October 2024 at 19:30
Cake and Cabaret - Trinity
This programme was initiated by ArtHouse Jersey with the aim to foster a sense of community, and bring high-quality performances and an opportunity to dance into each parish. Performances by special guests Optimistic Voices and Michael Hutchings as well as the Ballet Jersey dancers. These events are tailored for older parishioners, but there is no age limit and everyone is welcome! We will deliver 12 of these events over the course of a year, in each of the island's parish halls.
Please get your free tickets through Eventbrite or sign up at your Parish Hall.
Channel Islands Pride
We are thrilled to be participating in Channel Islands Pride, hosted this year in Guernsey.
Ballet d’Jerri will be performing at Candie Gardens at 14:30 and on the main Pride stage in Market Square just after 17:00.
Join the BDJ team marching in the parade and celebrating the love, resilience, and joy of a diverse community.
Visit the website for full info on Channel Islands Pride
Nova Movando
A semi-immersive performance experience at one of Jersey's most iconic locations!
The Show
Choreographer Yamuna Kyamo Huygen and musical duo Minihi are collaborating to create a dance piece designed around the relaxed vibes of the surf club where countless islanders came of age. The evening will feel more like a night out than a performance, as the dancers of Ballet d'Jerri take over the upper bar at the Splash with integrated dance segments interspersed with the chance to order a drink, chat with friends, and get your own dance rhythm on.
The title Nova Movando means “New Movement” in Esperanto, a universal language developed in 1887 that aimed to facilitate communication across cultures. Yamuna wanted to create a piece for trained dancers that felt more like that universal language of dance that every person feels anytime they step along to music. The beautifully simple concept is just to explore the relationship between colours and emotions, how our immediate, often subconscious, responses to hues are shaped by personal experiences and cultural narratives. Through a diverse range of movement styles and physical expressions, we explore the feelings that colours can evoke, highlighting the joy of individuality and honouring the beauty of each unique perspective that contributes to the vibrant tapestry of collective emotion.
The Schedule
If the weather is nice, arrive early and enjoy the sunset on your way in. Sunset time is 19:55 on Friday and 19:53 on Saturday and the tide will be mid and on its way out.
The audience will be welcomed into the space from 20:00. There will be a mix of live and recorded music from Minihi and their band.
The first dance piece will start around 20:15. No need to go anywhere or find a seat, each set will be 5-10 minutes long and they are designed to be experienced from wherever you are in the space.
Dance pieces will occur at intervals throughout the evening until 22:15. Recorded music will continue until Midnight.
Performances:
Exclusive private opening: 29th August 2024 at 20:00 (to inquire about tickets please get in touch at info@ballet.je)
The Location
Since 1954, Watersplash has been a surf hotspot; presenter of the coolest bands; backdrop to the evolving lives of Jersey's youth; and a synecdoche of the people of our island. Famous for drum and bass nights and chill sets from up-and-coming local bands on Sunday afternoons.
The Artists
Yamuna Huygen Kyamo is a multi-disciplinary dancer and choreographer from Belgium, renowned for her innovative Nova Movando method.
Yamuna's passion lies in the never-ending journey of discovering her own unique movement, constantly pushing the boundaries of various art forms such as waving, tutting, tricking, and contemporary dance. Her philosophy emphasizes that dance training should elevate people and liberate them to explore their own new movement using existing structures, rather than confining them to traditional boundaries.
Trained at the Royal Ballet School in Antwerp and having worked with the Opera Ballet of Flanders, Yamuna is now a dancer with the Anton Lachky Company. She has performed in the Kathak production ‘Women Speak’ in India with the Maya Sapera Company and has traveled extensively to train with dancers from different backgrounds and cultures. Over the past four years, she has also collaborated with Denis Inghelbrecht, a fellow multi-disciplinary tutting dancer and choreographer, to create new works.
Minihi is the creative outlet of percussionists and composers Zands and Louise Anna Duggan. The London-based musicians construct vivid soundscapes where the classical palette intersects with the world of groove and electronics. The pair have performed and recorded both individually and together with artists including Agnes Obel, Squid, Patrick Wolf, Melt Yourself Down, Lady Gaga, Thom Yorke, London Contemporary Orchestra, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Kae Tempest, Dan Carey, Alex Somers and Nicholas Britell to name a few. They have also composed bespoke pieces for theatre, TV and film including ITV’s Tom Jones, BBC immersive Dr Who, and Macbeth at Shakespeare’s Globe. After releasing their debut track ‘Tokaido’ on the legendary Deutsche Grammophon label, they have since released two critically acclaimed albums, Recaptures (2021) and Stasis Loops (2023). Minihi will be joined in Jersey by composer and Multi-Instrumentalist Jay Chakravorty and Percussionist Calie Hough.
Minihi means sanctuary in ancient Breton French, and is the original name of a remote island reef near Louise’s birthplace of Jersey.
Dress Code
We want everyone wearing all white! Our friends at Jersey Opera House will be taking us on a lighting journey that will be most effective if the entire crowd can act as a screen. Apart from that we are going for a relaxed vibe, please be comfortable and consider wearing footwear you can dance in.
Tickets on sale through Eventbrite
Ballet at the Opera
Ballet d'Jèrri is proud to announce the final show of the 2023/2024 season; a special appearance at the Domaine des Vaux Opera Festival. Immerse yourself in an evening of pure elegance, artistry, and awe-inspiring performances that showcase the extraordinary talent of Jersey's national ballet company.
Join us for an unforgettable celebration of dance as Ballet d'Jèrri takes to the stage in the magnificent garden setting of Domaine des Vaux. From classic masterpieces to cutting-edge contemporary pieces, audiences will be treated to a selection of our favourite excerpts from the season's repertoire--as well as some glimpses of the new work that is to come in 2024/2025!
The Domaine des Vaux Opera Festival, presented by Marcus and Anne Binney, has been delighting Jersey audiences for 36 years. Nestled within the beautiful garden of Marcus and Anne's stunning estate in St Lawrence, this idyllic venue creates an intimate and magical atmosphere, ensuring an immersive experience of live performance like no other.
Whether you're a seasoned ballet enthusiast or new to the world of dance, Ballet d'Jèrri's performances will leave an indelible mark on your heart. Prepare to be transported into a world of beauty and expression as Jersey's national ballet company caps off this year's festival, and their second season as a company, with an unforgettable showcase of their talent and passion.
Date: Thursday 11th July 2024
Venue: Domaine des Vaux Opera Festival
Location: Domaine des Vaux, Rue de Bas, JE3 1JG St Lawrence
Time: 19:30
Champagne and light nibbles will be served in the intermission.
Tickets through Eventbrite, or email info@ballet.je.
Cake and Cabaret - ST Martin
This programme was initiated by ArtHouse Jersey with the aim to foster a sense of community, and bring high-quality performances and an opportunity to dance into each parish. Performances by special guests Optimistic Voices and Michael Hutchings as well as the Ballet Jersey dancers. These events are tailored for older parishioners, but there is no age limit and everyone is welcome! We will deliver 12 of these events over the course of a year, in each of the island's parish halls.
Please get your free tickets through Eventbrite or sign up at your Parish Hall.
Ballet in the Park
By far the most popular event of our first season, we are delighted to announce the second annual Ballet in the Park at Howard Davis Park. A unique chance to enjoy dance removed from the traditional theatre setting, Ballet in the Park offers an opportunity for new audiences to see our work, and allows existing fans to enjoy a performance in a beautiful natural setting. Presented in collaboration with Jersey Opera House.
Participate in engaging children’s activities throughout the weekend like face painting, hula hooping, and free open dance classes, plus you can enjoy a variety of tasty food truck offerings. There is even a bouncy castle! Bring a picnic and plan to settle in to watch the performances at the end of each day.
This is an outdoor event, so dress appropriately and be mindful of sun protection.
Complete 2024 event info can be found here.
Saturday Schedule:
10:30-13:00 BDJ company training and rehearsals
13:30-18:00 Open classes and workshops given by company dancers
18:00-19:00 Dance students’ showcase
19:00-20:00 Ballet d’Jerri performance
Sunday Schedule:
10:30-12:00 BDJ company training and rehearsals
12:15-14:00 Open classes and workshops given by company dancers
14:00-15:00 Guest performances
15:00-16:00 Ballet d’Jerri performance
Ballet in the Park may run as scheduled rain or shine; but if we need to cancel due to inclement weather we will announce this on all channels as soon as we make the call. Rain dates have been booked for 6th and 7th July.
Please email info@ballet.je with any questions or to register your interest.
Geographers of Solitude—Jersey
We are joining forces with ŻfinMalta, the national dance company of Malta, in a new work by ŻfinMalta Artistic Director Paolo Mangiola. Twenty dancers come together to explore what unites the two islands through distinctive geographical and cultural landscapes.
Taking inspiration from the Arctic Tern, a bird known for having the longest migratory patterns on the planet, ‘Geographers of Solitude’ is a conversation on diversity, the fragility of different voices, and fostering collective harmony. Just as these birds take shelter on both islands during their long journey, the dancers on stage explore both itinerant and protracted island life and the dynamic interplay between solitude and communal, on our individual and collective narratives. It delves into the notion of islands as a microcosm of the world at large – a contained environment where its inhabitants develop unique cultures and ways of organising societies.
Event Details:
DATES & TIMES:
OPENING PERFORMANCE FRIDAY 7TH JUNE 2024 AT 19:30
SATURDAY 8TH JUNE 2024 AT 14:30 AND AT 19:30
SUNDAY 9TH JUNE 2024 AT 14:30
VENUE: JERSEY ARTS CENTRE
Tickets are available through Jersey Arts Centre or email info@ballet.je
Cake and Cabaret - ST Saviour
This programme was initiated by ArtHouse Jersey with the aim to foster a sense of community, and bring high-quality performances and an opportunity to dance into each parish. Performances by special guests Optimistic Voices and Michael Hutchings as well as the Ballet Jersey dancers. These events are tailored for older parishioners, but there is no age limit and everyone is welcome! We will deliver 12 of these events over the course of a year, in each of the island's parish halls.
Please get your free tickets through Eventbrite or sign up at your Parish Hall.
Geographers of Solitude—Malta
We are joining forces with ŻfinMalta, the national dance company of Malta, in a new work by ŻfinMalta Artistic Director Paolo Mangiola. Twenty dancers come together to explore what unites the two islands through distinctive geographical and cultural landscapes.
Taking inspiration from the Arctic Tern, a bird known for having the longest migratory patterns on the planet, ‘Geographers of Solitude’ is a conversation on diversity, the fragility of different voices, and fostering collective harmony. Just as these birds take shelter on both islands during their long journey, the dancers on stage explore both itinerant and protracted island life and the dynamic interplay between solitude and communal, on our individual and collective narratives. It delves into the notion of islands as a microcosm of the world at large – a contained environment where its inhabitants develop unique cultures and ways of organising societies.
Event Details:
DATES & TIME: 24/25/26 MAY 2024, 19:30
VENUE: TEATRU MANOEL
Purchase your ticket for the performances in Malta here, and attend an Open Rehearsal at ZfinMalta headquarters on 18 May 2024 for free.
Cake and Cabaret - ST MARY
This programme was initiated by ArtHouse Jersey with the aim to foster a sense of community, and bring high-quality performances and an opportunity to dance into each parish. Performances by special guests Optimistic Voices and Michael Hutchings as well as the Ballet Jersey dancers. These events are tailored for older parishioners, but there is no age limit and everyone is welcome! We will deliver 12 of these events over the course of a year, in each of the island's parish halls.
Please get your free tickets through Eventbrite or sign up at your Parish Hall.
Annivèrsaithe
In celebration of our one-year anniversary, we are presenting a selection of the choreographic work developed by the company over the past year. Each piece in the show represents a significant moment in our journey thus far, culminating months of creative exploration and collaboration and our determination to push boundaries.
As we mark this special occasion, audiences can expect an unforgettable performance that celebrates both the accomplishments of our artists over the past year, and our vision for the future.
Join Ballet d’Jèrri in commemorating this significant milestone, and experience the athleticism and artistry that has come to define our remarkable dancers.
Dates and times
22nd March at 19:30
23rd March at 14:30
23rd March at 19:30
24th March at 14:30
Tickets through Jersey Arts Centre
TOUCHSCREEN
A performance by Robert James Anderson and Donovan Délis-McCarthy
Produced by ArtHouse Jersey and Ballet d’Jèrri
It has been said that if you can’t walk from one room to another without taking
your device with you, you have become an addict. We live in a time where
such an addiction is so widespread it is considered normal. But at what cost?
Multi-disciplinary artists Robert James Anderson and Donovan Délis-
McCarthy present a stunning immersive performance piece in which both
audience members and performers are asked to consider the profound
impacts of our high-speed, globally connected and often isolating new world.
Are you ready?
Event details:
Friday 8th March at 20:00
Saturday 9th March at 20:00
ArtHouse Jersey at Capital House
Duration 90 minutes
Capacity: 40 seats
Tickets: Available through ArtHouse Jersey
Please be advised…
This show contains adult themes and may feature nudity so is suitable for people aged 16+
Doors will open at 7.45pm, with a start time of 8pm. Please note that we will not be able to provide access prior to this time.
This performance includes a period of time where the audience will be standing and walking between performance areas. There will also be limited seating during the first act. If you require seating throughout the performance, please let us know in advance, or talk to a steward upon arrival.
Cake and Cabaret - ST Lawrence
This programme was initiated by ArtHouse Jersey with the aim to foster a sense of community, and bring high-quality performances and an opportunity to dance into each parish. Performances by special guests Optimistic Voices and Michael Hutchings as well as the Ballet Jersey dancers. These events are tailored for older parishioners, but there is no age limit and everyone is welcome! We will deliver 12 of these events over the course of a year, in each of the island's parish halls.
Please get your free tickets through Eventbrite or sign up at your Parish Hall.
Metamorphosis: the Winter 2024 Programme
Our upcoming program, Metamorphosis, will showcase two world premieres by choreographers Tess Voelker and Katarzyna Kozielska. The themes in the new works inadvertently mirror our young company’s journey, reflecting the courage and dedication it takes to step into a new phase of artistic expression, embracing the evolution of our craft and delving into the profundity of personal growth.
Kozielska’s Anatomy of Change tells an abstract tale of self-actualization and the transformative process of reaching a new stage in life. With Kozielska’s signature emotive style, the story unfolds not as events in a timeline, but as the intimate and unseen milestones of a private journey.
Voelker’s creation, Sand and Their Castles, invites us to reflect on the delicate yet resilient nature of memory. At only 26 years old, Voelker explores the weight of time and the pursuit of recapturing the purity of youth. Through her poignant physical rhetoric, she takes us on a trip backward through time, chasing the child that resides within, reminding us of the untainted emotions that once defined our existence. Sand and Their Castles is an exploration of the mind’s inherent fragility and strength inherent in the memories that shape us.
Join us as Ballet d’Jerri brings to life these two compelling world premieres, celebrating the artistry and vision of these two exceptional choreographers.
📅 Event Details:
Date: 16th February 2024
Time: 19:30
Date: 17th February 2024
Time: 14:30
Date: 17th February 2024
Time: 19:30
Date: 18th February 2024
Time: 14:30
Venue: Haute Vallee Theatre
Tickets: Through Eventbrite or email info@ballet.je
Advanced Ballet Masterclass
Laurent Guilbaud, hailing from Clermont-Ferrand, France, is a distinguished dancer and répétiteur renowned for his extensive career in ballet. Trained at Paris Opéra Ballet School and the National Conservatory in Avignon, he has graced stages around the world, leaving his mark on prestigious national companies such as Stuttgart Ballet, Deutsche Staatsoper Berlin, and the Semperoper Ballet Dresden. Laurent's repertoire spans classical and contemporary works, featuring collaborations with renowned choreographers and the creation of roles in pieces by contemporary masters like Celis, Ratmansky, and Dawson.
In 2016, Laurent earned his teaching diploma in Paris, marking a transition to a new chapter in his career. As a guest teacher, he has shared his expertise at renowned institutions across Europe, including Theater Basel, Deutsche Oper Berlin, and the Ballet National de l’Opéra de Bordeaux. Now based in the UK as a Ballet Master with English National Ballet, we are thrilled to welcome Laurent to Jersey, where he will be working closely with the Ballet d’Jerri dancers.
We are delighted to offer a ballet masterclass led by Laurent, providing a unique opportunity for local advanced dance students to benefit from his wealth of experience and artistic insights. Laurent's presence enhances the vibrant dance community in Jersey, and we look forward to the enriching collaboration ahead.
Please enquire with your dance teacher for registration, or get in touch with us directly on info@ballet.je.
Event details:
Date: 25 January 2024
Time: 19:00
Entry: £25 per person
There is no age limit.
This masterclass is suitable for dance students with an advanced level of training.
Cake and Cabaret - ST CLEMENT
This programme was initiated by ArtHouse Jersey with the aim to foster a sense of community, and bring high-quality performances and an opportunity to dance into each parish. Performances by special guests Optimistic Voices and Michael Hutchings as well as the Ballet Jersey dancers. These events are tailored for older parishioners, but there is no age limit and everyone is welcome! We will deliver 12 of these events over the course of a year, in each of the island's parish halls.
Please get your free tickets through Eventbrite or sign up at your Parish Hall.
Cake and Cabaret - ST BRELADE
This programme was initiated by ArtHouse Jersey with the aim to foster a sense of community, and bring high-quality performances and an opportunity to dance into each parish. Performances by special guests Optimistic Voices and Michael Hutchings as well as the Ballet Jersey dancers. These events are tailored for older parishioners, but there is no age limit and everyone is welcome! We will deliver 12 of these events over the course of a year, in each of the island's parish halls.
Please get your free tickets through Eventbrite or sign up at your Parish Hall.
Christmas at the Ballet
This December we will be opening our studio doors, welcoming friends to join us for an intimate celebration of Christmas, featuring a 30-minute performance with excerpts from holiday favourites like the Nutcracker, as well as our own seasonal selections. Join us for an event of festive elegance and indulge in a mince pie and some mulled wine as we celebrate the beauty of ballet and the joy of Christmas!
Dates and TIMES
Wednesday, 6 December 2023 at 19:00
Thursday, 7 December 2023 at 19:30
Saturday, 9 December 2023 at 14:30
Sunday, 10 December 2023 at 14:30
Tuesday, 19 December 2023 at 19:00
Wednesday, 20 December 2023 at 14:30
Thursday, 21 December 2023 at 14:30
Tickets through Eventbrite or email info@ballet.je
Cake and Cabaret - ST John
This programme was initiated by ArtHouse Jersey with the aim to foster a sense of community, and bring high-quality performances and an opportunity to dance into each parish. Performances by special guests Optimistic Voices and Michael Hutchings as well as the Ballet Jersey dancers. These events are tailored for older parishioners, but there is no age limit and everyone is welcome! We will deliver 12 of these events over the course of a year, in each of the island's parish halls.
Please get your free tickets through Eventbrite or sign up at your Parish Hall.
Cake and Cabaret - ST HELIER
This programme was initiated by ArtHouse Jersey with the aim to foster a sense of community, and bring high-quality performances and an opportunity to dance into each parish. Performances by special guests Optimistic Voices and Michael Hutchings as well as the Ballet Jersey dancers. These events are tailored for older parishioners, but there is no age limit and everyone is welcome! We will deliver 12 of these events over the course of a year, in each of the island's parish halls.
Please get your free tickets through Eventbrite or sign up at your Parish Hall.
CARTE BLANCHE
The dancers of Ballet d'Jerri present "Carte Blanche", a performance specially curated by the artists themselves.
Act 1: Mixed Repertoire
Excerpts from the ever-expanding Ballet d’Jèrri repertoire. The dancers will present their favourite pieces of choreography from the company's body of works, plus a few additions.
Act 2: Carte Blanche
A brand new ballet created collaboratively by our team of dancers. Carte Blanche is a tongue-in-cheek salute to the ups and downs of life as a dancer - at least one in the unique position of starting a new company.
This programme flips the perspective of programming, allowing the dancers a Carte Blanche to speak for themselves in the language they understand best.
Tickets through Jersey Arts Centre.