The National Ballet of Canada

2007 / 2008

Cinderella


Canadian choreographer James Kudelka has a highly-deserved reputation for creating some of the most imaginative, striking and emotionally compelling versions of the classic ballet repertoire to be seen anywhere today.

His ability to give a fresh, contemporary resonance to long established works through locating in them new sources of
dramatic import, humour and thematic interest is second to none.


 
 
May 2008
June 2008
28 Wednesday - 7:30PM
29 Thursday - 2:00PM
29 Thursday - 7:30PM
30 Friday- 7:30PM
31 Saturday - 2:00PM
31 Saturday - 7:30PM
  01 Sunday - 2:00PM
05 Thursday - 7:30PM
06 Friday - 7:30PM
07 Saturday - 2:00PM
07 Saturday - 7:30PM
08 Sunday - 2:00PM
Without losing any of the classic story's simple fairy tale appeal, Kudelka manages to retain-and indeed enhance-both the romantic and comedic aspects of the ballet, while at the same time finding in it something more than the conventional rags-to-riches fantasy narrative. Exploiting the complex energies of Prokofiev's score to the full, Kudelka creates out of the original a story of individual growth and transformation through love and a fuller vision of the world and nature.

With breathtaking, Erté-inspired art deco sets and costumes by David Boechler and Christopher Dennis' imaginative lighting design, the National Ballet's Cinderella is theatre as pure enchantment.
 
"The National Ballet of Canada's spectacular new production of Cinderella is an eye-popping stage fantasy for kids of all ages." - The Ottawa Sun, 2005

"Fight for a ticket to Kudelka's fabulous new Cinderella...this glass slipper fits perfectly...a delight from start to finish...A veritable feast for the eye, it has all the necessary stage magic to enrapture children and a handsome enough quota of sly wit and inventive choreography to satisfy devoted ballet fans" - The National Post, 2004
Groups of ten or more save 20% off regular ticket prices.

Other Benefits:
• One complimentary ticket per ten paid tickets (to a maximum of 4)
• Lower service fees than on regular telephone or internet orders
• Our Group Sales Representatives work with you to get the best seats available in your desired   price range. The earlier you book, the better your chance of getting excellent seats.

Prices

Section
Single Ticket Prices
Group Ticket Prices
Orchestra 1.1 $155.00 $125.00
Orchestra 1.2 $135.00 $109.00
Grand Ring $200.00 $161.00
Ring 3 $120.00 $97.00
Ring 4 $85.00 $69.00
Ring 5.1 $55.00 $45.00
Ring 5.2 $45.00 $37.00

* Minimum 10 tickets
Service Charges: Number of tickets:
10 - 49: $10.00
50 - 99: $20.00
100+: $25.00
The Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts
Located at 145 Queen St. W., on a full city block bordered by University Avenue, Queen, Richmond and York streets. The main entrance is at the southeast corner of Queen and University. There is a direct entrance to the centre from the parking garage.

Parking: There is parking for approximately 200 vehicles underneath the building. The parking entrance is on York Street, south of Queen Street.
 
Please note that traffic on York Street is now two-way between Queen and Richmond streets. Additional parking for all events is just steps away at the GREEN P lot under Nathan Phillips Square. For directions, visit www.greenp.com.

Subway Entrance:
NOW OPEN! Direct stair and elevator access into the building is available via the southeast exit of Osgoode Subway Station.

Passenger Pick-Up and Drop-Off: Beginning in early 2007, the designated drop-off area will be on the east side of University Avenue between Richmond and Queen streets.

Directions:
From West (Detroit, London, Airport): Take Highway 401 East to Highway 427 South. Proceed to Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW). Take QEW East to Gardiner Expressway. Exit at York Street and proceed north to Richmond Street West. Turn left on Richmond Street to University Avenue. Turn right on University Avenue and the Four Seasons Centre is located on the right-hand side (southeast corner of University Avenue and Queen Street).

From East (Montreal, Kingston): Follow Highway 401 West to the Don Valley Parkway (DVP). Take DVP south to Richmond Street exit. Head west on Richmond Street to University Avenue. Turn right on University Avenue and the Four Seasons Centre is located on the right-hand side (southeast corner of University Avenue and Queen Street).

From North (Barrie, Sudbury): Take Highway 400 south to Highway 401 East to Don Valley Parkway (DVP) and then south on the DVP. Exit at Richmond Street. Head west on Richmond Street to University Avenue. Turn right on University Avenue and the Four Seasons Centre is located on the right-hand side (southeast corner of University Avenue and Queen Street).

From South (Niagara Falls, Buffalo): Take Queen Elizabeth Way East to Gardiner Expressway. Exit at York Street and proceed north to Richmond Street West. Turn left on Richmond Street to University Avenue. Turn right on University Avenue and the Four Seasons Centre is located on the right-hand side (southeast corner of University Avenue and Queen Street.
1. Is there parking nearby?
There is parking for approximately 200 vehicles underneath the Four Season Centre building. The parking entrance is on York Street, south of Queen Street. Please note that traffic on York Street is now two-way between Queen and Richmond streets. Additional parking for all events is just steps away at the GREEN P lot under Nathan Phillips Square. For directions, visit www.greenp.com.

2. Can my group attend a ballet talk before the performance?
Yes, The National Ballet invites you to attend Ballet Talks 45 minutes before every show. These informative, engaging talks are hosted by a roster of ballet experts and offer interesting insights on the performance you are about to see. The talks are free to all ticket holders and take place in the Richard Bradshaw Amphitheatre in the City Room of the Four Seasons Centre.
Groups of ten or more save 20% off regular ticket prices.

• One complimentary ticket per ten paid tickets (to a maximum of 4) on all orders received a   minimum of one week prior to the performances.
• Low handling fee of $10 for groups of 10 – 49, $20 for groups of 50-99 and $25 for groups of 100   or more.
• For orders placed more than a month in advance, a non-refundable deposit of 20% and the   handling fee is due within 5 business days of booking.
• Full payment is required immediately on any orders booked less than 30 days prior to the show   date requested.
• Final Payment: The balance is due 30 days prior to show date on advance orders. If not received   by due date, seats will be released without notice. Deposit and handling fee will be forfeited to The   National Ballet of Canada.
• Our Group Sales Representatives work with you to get the best seats available in your desired   price range. The earlier you book, the better your chance of getting excellent seats.

Note: All sales are final. There are no exchanges or refunds.




Click below for a more detailed PDF of the Four Seasons seating map
Section Seating Map ( Adobe Reader Required )
Orchestra View
Grand Ring View
Ring 3 View
Ring 4 View
Ring 5 View