Don't miss BBT production of Giselle on April 22 and 23!
We are less than a month away from our spring production of Giselle on April 22 and 23, 2023! One of the most beloved ballets of all time, Giselle tells the story of a peasant girl who falls in love with Albrecht, a nobleman who disguises himself as a villager. However, when Albrecht’s deceit is revealed, Giselle dies of heartbreak and is tempted to join the Wilis, a group of restless spirits who seek revenge on the lovers who betrayed them. In the end, Giselle must choose between vengeance and mercy, a choice that will test her heart before she can rest in peace.
Read more about our guest stars below, and reserve your tickets today!
Saturday, April 22 at 7:30 PM
Sunday, April 23 at 2 PM
Countess de Hoernle Theatre at Spanish River High School
5100 Jog Road, Boca Raton, FL 33496
Eric & Olga Jorgensen present Oksana Maslova as Giselle
We’re excited to have Philadelphia Ballet principal dancer Oksana Maslova dancing the role of Giselle. Before joining the Philadelphia Ballet, Oksana was a member of Suziriya Dance Theater. In 2004, she became a member of the Odessa National Opera House, where she rose to the rank of soloist and performed a variety of principal roles. In 2008, she joined Grand Rapids Ballet as a principal dancer, performing their entire classical repertoire. She joined the Connecticut Ballet Company as a principal dancer in June 2011 and then joined the Philadelphia Ballet as a soloist for their 2014/2015 Season. In 2016, Oksana was promoted to principal dancer and has continued to perform a mixed repertoire of classical, modern, and full-length works.
Liz Dudley presents Sterling Baca as Albrecht
Philadelphia Ballet principal dancer Sterling Baca will star opposite Oksana as Albrecht. As a young dancer, Sterling attended numerous summer programs at American Ballet Theatre, where he received a full scholarship to the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School. He danced with American Ballet Theatre from 2010 to 2016 and was promoted through their ranks. In 2016, he appeared on the cover of Dance magazine for their “25 to Watch” issue. Sterling eventually joined Pennsylvania Ballet as a principal dancer for the 2016/2017 season and has appeared in principal roles in a varied repertoire. Boca Ballet Theatre’s audience will remember Sterling as Romeo in our 2019 production of Romeo & Juliet.
Jacqueline Callahan as Myrtha
We will welcome Philadelphia Ballet demi soloist Jacqueline Callahan to Boca to dance the role of Myrtha. Jacqueline attended both the School of American Ballet and Boston Ballet’s Summer Dance Program on full scholarship. In 2012, she graduated from the Professional Performing Arts School in New York. Jacqueline joined Philadelphia Ballet as a member of Philadelphia Ballet II for their 2014/2015 Season. She was promoted to Apprentice for 2016/2017 and then to Corps de Ballet for the 2017/2018 Season. She was featured in Dance Magazine in 2018.
Gustavo Ribeiro
BBT is excited to welcome Gustavo Ribeiro to dance the famous Pas de Trois from Act I! Gustavo was born in Vitoria, Brazil. He received full scholarships to Palucca University of Dance Dresden, Joffrey Academy of Dance, and Orlando Ballet School. He has danced for the Washington Ballet, Kansas City Ballet, and most recently Miami City Ballet. He is now a principal guest artist, teacher, choreographer, and coach. His repertoire includes featured roles in Petit Mort, The Nutcracker, Romeo & Juliet, Don Quixote, and many more!
Toby Lewellen and Amanda Sewell will return to the BBT stage to star as Hilarion and Myra!
With its ethereal dancing and heartfelt story, this timeless romantic ballet is not to be missed! Reserve your tickets today!