Smuin Ballet to Present Adam Hougland's COLD VIRTUES, 2/1-3/9

The program also features a set of pieces choreographed by Michael Smuin. Starshadows, a sensual and evocative adagio for three couples, explores the mystery and beauty of intimate relationships. Set to Maurice Ravel's Piano Concerto in G major, this piece is dark, dreamlike, and describes in dance a half-remembered melody that flows through the viewer's consciousness. Two solo works by Smuin will also grace the stage; Homeless is a joyous, exhilarating piece that celebrates dance athleticism through sudden leaps and sublime jumps while following the insistent exotic rhythm imbedded in the music. No Viviré spices up the stage when it pairs the extensive classical training of dancing en pointe with the delicious flavoring of Latin American rhythms.

WALNUT CREEK

WHERE: Lesher Center for the Arts
1601 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek
Corner of Civic & Locust Streets

WHEN: February 1-2, 2013
Friday, February 1 at 8pm
Saturday, February 2 at 2pm and 8pm

TICKETS: For single tickets ($54-$70), the public can call the Lesher Center for the Arts at (925) 943-7469 or visit www.smuinballet.org. Discounts are available for seniors, students, and groups of 10 or more.

MOUNTAIN VIEW

WHERE: Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts
500 Castro Street, Mountain View
Corner of Castro & Mercy Streets

WHEN: February 20-24, 2013
Wed-Fri, February 20-22, at 8pm

Sat, February 23, at 2pm & 8pm
Sun, February 24, at 2pm

TICKETS: For single tickets ($52-$68), the public can call the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts at (650) 903-6000 or visit www.smuinballet.org. Discounts are available for seniors, students, and groups of 10 or more.

CARMEL

WHERE: Sunset Center
San Carlos Street between 8th and 10th Streets, Carmel

WHEN: March 8-9, 2013
Friday, March 8 at 8pm
Saturday, March 9 at 2pm

TICKETS: For single tickets ($55-$65), the public can call the Sunset Center at (831) 620-2048 or visit www.smuinballet.org. Discounts are available for students and groups of 10 or more.

Pictured: Joshua Reynolds and Susan Roemer. Photo credit: Keith Sutter.

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