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Born to be Alive

Ballet of the Dolls — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 18:57:29 GMT

2008-09 Ballet of the Dolls Season opening performance of BORN TO BE ALIVE October 23 through November 2nd. Set against the throbbing beat and bumping hips of a nightclub, the show unveils that "Saturday Night Fever" was only one man's story; there were many more tales to be told of lonely people in the middle of a crazy dance floor, some crying from a broken heart, some trying desperately to gain the interest of a handsome man across the room, others seemingly without a care in the world. Through disco, from its birth to its death, Ballet of the Dolls explores the many, many secrets and stories behind this club's unmarked doors. All performances will be at the Ritz Theater, 345 13th Ave Northeast. October 23 through November 2nd. OPENING WEEK Thursday October 23, 8PM Ticketed Preview! 8PM, $26 for Adults, $24 Students/Seniors Friday October 24, 8PM Opening Night! $26 for Adults, $24 Students/Seniors Saturday October 25, 8PM $26 for Adults, $24 Students/Seniors Sunday October 26, 7PM $26 for Adults, $24 Students/Seniors CLOSING WEEK Wednesday October 29, 8PM $16 for Northeast Residents on Northeast Night! Discount available only for residents of Northeast Minneapolis (zip codes 55413 or 55418), All other tickets $24. Thursday October 30, 8PM $26 for Adults, $24 Students/Seniors Friday October 31, 8PM $26 for Adults, $24 Students/Seniors Saturday November 1, 8PM $26 for Adults, $24 Students/Seniors Sunday November 2, 7PM $26 for Adults, $24 Students/Seniors Visit Ritz Theater Foundation for tickets.

Ballet of the Dolls present "La Dolce Vita: an italian cabaret"

Ballet of the Dolls — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 19:43:40 GMT

You are cordially invited to La Dolce Vita! Pull up a chair at a candle lit cabaret table and watch your memories, dreams, fantasies, and desires manifest in front of the Ritz Theater's velvet curtain. Signorina, let your blouse fall off your shoulders. Signore, don your gold medallions. Leave the world outside. When you are here, life is sweet. Showtimes:Thurs & Fri 8p, Sat 7:30p Sat 10p featuring the 1st Solo Performance by Myron Johnson since 1999: $23 March 13th Northeast Night: $15 for NE residents, $23 for non-NE residents Tickets: $25.00 adults, $23 student/senior Where: Ritz Theater 345 13th Ave NE Mpls 55413 For Tickets please call 612.436.1129 or www.ticketworks.com/ritz

Ballet of the Dolls present "Nutcracker?! (not so) Suite"

Ballet of the Dolls — Tue, 11 Sep 2007 19:15:44 GMT

Ballet of the Dolls presents Nutcracker?! (not so) Suite Dec 12-31 Nutcracker?! (not so) Suite is back by popular demand and will performed at the Ritz Theater. Bring the entire family! See Binky Wood returning to recreate the role of Momma. Binky will join fellow original cast members Zhauna Franks and Michael DeLeon as Barbie and Ken in what is sure to be the best Nutcracker yet! Expect the unexpected in this raucous "classic" featuring music ranging from Bing Crosby to Beyonce. Make your New Year's Eve plans now and join the Dolls for our Naughty Nutcracker show and party! At the newly renovated Ritz Theater at 345 13th Ave NE Minneapolis, MN 55413 For Reservations please contact our box office at 612-436-1129 or www.ticketworks.com/ritz Thursday-Saturday, 8pm Sunday 2pm Naughty Nutcracker: December 20, 27, 31(performances are 18+) New Year's Eve Naughty Nutcracker Celebration! Monday Dec 31, 8pm Preview: Wednesday Dec 12, $15 Northeast Night: Wednesday Dec 19, $15 Tickets: Opening Night, Fridays & Saturdays: $27 Thursdays & Sundays: $23

Ballet of the Dolls present "Le Chat Noir: a french cabaret"

Ballet of the Dolls — Tue, 11 Sep 2007 19:12:50 GMT

Ballet of the Dolls presents French Cabaret: La Chat Noir! October 25-Nov 3 Whether you are a tourist, banker, doctor, or priest, escape the daily grind and come to Le Chat Noir! You won't need to take off your hat or wear your napkin in your lap, just Eat, Drink, and maybe meet someone new. Ooh La, la! Viva la Difference! Choreographed by Artistic Director Myron Johnson At the newly renovated Ritz Theater at 345 13th Ave NE Minneapolis, MN 55413 For Reservations please contact our box office at 612-436-1129 or www.ticketworks.com/ritz Thursday & Friday 8pm Saturday 7:30pm Saturday 10pm featuring Le Chat Noir: Red Light District (performances are 18+) $20 Tickets: $25 Northeast Night: Thursday Nov. 1, $15

Ballet of the Dolls present "Barbarella"

Ballet of the Dolls — Wed, 23 May 2007 18:03:35 GMT

BARBARELLA Queen of the Galaxy June 7-17 Barbarella is a liberated marriage of wit and sex. Based on a French comic strip by Jean-Claude Forest in the 1960's, the story concerns the adventures of a 41st-century woman, who pretty much gets it on with whoever asks. "Your mission Barbarella: find Durand-Durand." Barbarella is being performed at the newly renovated Ritz Theater, located at 345 13 Ave NE in Minneapolis. Ticket prices are $20-$27 and student pricing is available. See the preview performance for $15 on June 6. Don't miss Northeast Night on June 13! Please call the Ritz Theater box office at 612.436.1129 or visit www.ticketworks.com/ritz for ticket information.

Night of the Living Dolls: a Doll is Never Just a Doll

Ballet of the Dolls — Mon, 26 Jun 2006 18:24:52 GMT

Ballet of the Dolls Night of the Living Dolls A Doll is Never Just a Doll October 18 - November 5, 2006 Once upon a time there lived a mysterious doll maker, Herr Speilzeug. Adults and children alike would do anything for one of his life-like creations, including old widow Frau Hexe, who vows to possess a doll at any price, but at what cost? Artistic Director Myron Johnson blends his unique aesthetic of ballet, mime, jazz, and theater in this original new work. You'll be tricked and treated to an evening you won't soon forget. Special Halloween performance and party Saturday October 28 For reservations call Ordway Center 651-224-4222 or visit www.ordway.org

Ritz Theater Renovation Project

Ballet of the Dolls — Thu, 22 Jul 2004 16:08:28 GMT

Ballet of the Dolls is working to bring the Historic Ritz Theater in Northeast Minneapolis back to life as its permanent performance space and as a community destination for the Sheridan Neighborhood, Northeast Minneapolis, and the entire arts community. A revitalized Ritz Theater will serve as a catalyst for economic and cultural growth in the community, will establish a valuable new multi-use performance and education venue for use by local non-profit performance and community groups, and will provide a permanent home for Ballet of the Dolls to fulfill its programming mission. The theater is in the heart of a neighborhood that is currently in renewal, designated by the City of Minneapolis as an Arts District in the recently adopted Northeast Minneapolis Arts Action Plan. An active theater in this emerging neighborhood on the east side of the Mississippi River in Minneapolis will strengthen the capacity of several organizations to serve their constituencies, and will serve as a needed destination point to bring visitors to the community to visit local restaurants, galleries, shops, and to participate in a wide variety of the neighborhood's cultural and community activities.

Ballet of the Dolls "Cinderella and the Glass Slipper

Ballet of the Dolls — Thu, 22 Jul 2004 15:36:20 GMT

One of the most famous rags to riches stories in fairy tale history - Cinderella! The Dolls trailblaze into "Cinderella and the Glass Slipper", and while seeing may be believing in some cases, with Ballet of the Dolls and the world of fairy tales, you'll need to suspend belief and leave traditional notions of reality on the other side of the theater door. Fun for the entire family - the ideal holiday treat! Playing at Ordway Center's McKnight Theater December 8-31, 2004 Call the Ordway Center for reservations and Show Times 651-224-4222

Ballet of the Dolls "Slave to the Rhythm"

Ballet of the Dolls — Thu, 22 Jul 2004 15:26:43 GMT

Come experience the Southern Theater with "Nouvelle" eyes! Surrender to the well-oiled machine called Ballet of the Dolls exploiting what it does best - titillating, dangerous, seductive dance theater. Resign yourself to an eventful evening of twisted and sublime characters pulsating to global rhythms and radical visuals. Risky and suggestive wit, opulent and cunning illusions of beauty, bodies that express animal threat and penetrating attraction of the afro-jazz go-go era that made way for the future that we now have to swallow. Presented at the Southern Theater September 23 - October 3 For reservations call Southern Theater 612-340-1725 for ticket information.

Space Rental

Ballet of the Dolls — Fri, 13 Jun 2003 17:04:54 GMT

Ballet of the Dolls fulfills a unique niche in the arts community, offering intimate and innovaitve dance-theater performances. The Balle of the Dolls studio, located in Northeast Minneapolis, is a great venue for your rehearsal needs. Studio space is great for dance & theater rehearsals, classes, and small recital settings. Studio is equipped with a piano, barre, windows, heat, sound system, & free parking. Studio specifics: raised wood floor, 40 feet wide by 80 feet long with 35 foot high ceilings and no pillars. Seating Capacity: 150(folding chairs, no risers)