Peasants

Congratulations on being cast in the role of a Peasant in Dalia Rawson’s “Giselle.” Peasants will be in the “Dance of the Grape Harvesters,” a festive dance celebrating Giselle as Queen of the Harvest, and will appear throughout the first act. Please note: all schedules are subject to change. Families will be notified of these changes via email. Alternate class or in-studio understudy opportunities will be provided for students who do not sign up for the performance for rehearsals that occur during class time.

For In-Studio Rehearsals, Peasants should wear their regular school uniform and shoes.

For Theatre rehearsals and performances, Peasants should arrive underdressed in pink tights and wear pink ballet shoes, as well as a tan liner leotard to wear under their costume in the theatre. Available for purchase HERE

Please arrive with a high bun, no part, no bangs or wispies. Neat hair for boys. For makeup: Top eyeliner, mascara, pink lipstick, and blush

Hunting Party: Santiago Viecco and/or Alexander Benedict Fowler, as available, all shows

In-Studio Rehearsal Schedule

Students may have up to five total conflicts.

Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00pm (during regularly scheduled class time): February 25, March 11, March 25 (those who opt not to participate will act as studio understudies)
Thursdays, 6:00-7:00pm or 5:00-6:00pm (during regularly scheduled class time): April 2, April 16 April 23, April 30, May 7 (those who opt not to participate will act as studio understudies or be given another class, depending on participation numbers.)
Saturdays, 12:30-2:00pm: April 18, April 25, May 2, May 9 (Level 3 boys also February 28, March 14 and April 4 - additional conflicts permitted if needed)
Sundays, 1:00-2:15: April 19, April 26

Up to five rehearsal conflicts for in-studio rehearsals are permitted. Please be sure you have listed conflicts on your registration form. Boys called to additional Saturdays may have additional conflicts if needed. PLEASE EMAIL school@newballet.com with any questions as we want to make this work for you.

Theatre Rehearsal Schedule - Mandatory Availability

Students may or may not be called for all of the times listed, but must keep ALL of these dates available. All rehearsals listed below will be at the Hammer Theatre. These drop off and pick up times may shift as production needs become more clear. If you have a conflict for any of these theatre days, rehearsal or performances, please indicate that conflict on your conflict sheet. Only one conflict will be permitted.

Tech/Dress rehearsal: Wednesday, May 13: 4:30-7:15pm - Group 1 NOTE CHANGE IN TIME
Tech/Dress rehearsal: Thursday, May 14: 5:00-7:15pm - Group 2 - NOTE SLIGHT CHANGE IN TIMES
Dress rehearsal: Friday, May 15: 6:15-9:00pm - Group 1

Up to two in-theatre rehearsal or performance conflicts may be permitted for in theatre rehearsals and performances. Please be sure you have listed all conflicts on your registration form, even if they have been approved.

Performance Schedule: MANDATORY AVAILABILITY

Peasants are in the following performances. Students MUST BE AVAILABLE for all the performances listed below and may be cast in all performances.

Please note that the times listed below are performer drop off and pick up times, not the actual show times.

ALL STUDENTS PERFORMING THE ROLE OF PEASANTS MUST BE PICKED UP AT INERMISSION. If you would like your student to watch the performance with you, you must meet them at the stage door at intermission and purchase a ticket for them with a student performer discount code, good only for days in which students are performing. To purchase a Student Performer Ticket with a Student Performer Discount Code, please use the code GISELLEACTONE.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ACTUAL RUN TIMES MAY SHIFT. This is due to needing to start a show late because of a slow audience, faster or slower orchestra tempos, and a variety of other factors. After the first show we will have a better idea of things, but this estimate is really the best we can do.

Saturday, May 16: 1:15-3:00pm (Intermission) Group 2
Saturday, May 16: 6:15-8:00pm (Intermission) Group 1
Sunday, May 17: 10:15am-12:10pm - My Very First Ballet, Act 1 only, no intermission. Group 2
Sunday, May 17: 1:15pm-3:00pm (Intermission) Group 1

Support “Giselle”

Bringing professional ballet to life becomes more expensive each year, and we rely on generous donors like you to ensure that all of our students—including those receiving financial aid—have the chance to shine on stage. Your support helps us continue offering exceptional performances while making ballet accessible to everyone in our community.

Donate $500 by May 1, and you’ll receive an exclusive invitation for two to the dress rehearsal of Giselle at the Hammer Theatre, complete with a pre-performance reception. This special evening also welcomes local families affected by sensory and learning disorders, as well as those who might not otherwise have the chance to experience the magic of ballet.

Looking to make an even bigger impact? Larger sponsorships come with additional invitations, perfect for sharing this unforgettable experience with fellow dance lovers.

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