Media Release, August 2007
The Royal New Zealand Ballet Presents Cinderella
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Everyone hates deadlines and poor Cinderella is no exception. Having to flee the society event of the year by midnight
might save her some dignity – but will it be at the cost of her future happiness?
The Royal New Zealand Ballet is delighted to announce the world premiere of Christopher Hampson’s Cinderella.
Having the opportunity to bring one of the world’s most-loved stories to life is a dream come true, says the
London-based choreographer.
Hampson, who first worked with the RNZB six years ago, describes his interpretation of the classic fairytale as a
“magical and highly romantic take”.
With designs by leading Kiwi designer Tracy Grant Lord (The Wedding), this never-seen-before production promises to
delight audiences of all ages.
As a ten year old, Cinderella loses her beloved mother. Her future days seem bleak when her father remarries a vile
woman. With two daughters of her own, she cannot stand the fact her stepdaughter, nicknamed Cinderella, is prettier and
kinder than her own brood.
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As preparations begin for the Prince’s Ball, Cinderella’s chances of getting there are slim. Her step mother pulls out
all stops to make sure her own daughters receive the best gowns, jewellery and shoes. Cinders, on the other hand, is
left to make her own dress from scraps of material. Luckily, she receives a helping hand from her Fairy Godmother who
can get her to the ball with the help of a little magic. But there’s a condition attached – she must leave before
midnight. If she fails to do so, the magic will be reversed.
Don’t miss the opportunity to witness this sumptuous and breathtaking new production. It’s a deadline worth meeting.
The Lion Foundation Season of Cinderella opens at Wellington’s St James Theatre on 31 August.
Choreographer: Christopher Hampson
Designer: Tracy Grant Lord
Lighting: Nick Schlieper
Music: Sergei Prokofiev
Dates:
Wellington, Westpac St James Theatre, 31 August – 8 September
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Invercargill, Civic Theatre, 11 – 12 September
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Dunedin, Regent Theatre, 15 – 16 September
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Christchurch, Isaac Theatre Royal, 19 – 22 September
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Palmerston North, Regent on Broadway, 25 – 26 September
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Hastings, Hawke’s Bay Opera House, 29 – 30 September
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Hamilton, Founders Theatre, 4 – 5 October
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Auckland, Aotea Centre at THE EDGE®, 10 – 14 October
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