ABOUT THE EVENT
For our inaugural event, the Muse à Muse Arts Association is planning a remarkable cultural experience bringing together the excellence of guest dancers from The Royal Ballet, with the beauty of the medieval Abbey in Lagrasse. This event in the Corbières region of Languedoc-Roussillion, aims to provide lovers of the arts with a truly memorable night of dance and culture.
The programme of classical and contemporary dance will include works by some of the world's leading choreographers past and present, including excerpts from Wayne McGregor's Chroma; George Balanchine's Tchaikovsky Pas de deux; Frederick Ashton's Thais Meditation Pas de deux; Kenneth MacMillan's Romeo and Juliet Balcony Pas de deux; Manon Act One, Scene 2 La Chambre Pas de deux and extracts from Elite Syncopations; Will Tuckett's Puirt-a-beul and Nisi Dominus from the Monteverdi Vespers; Alastair Marriott's Lieder; Marius Petipa's Rose Adage from The Sleeping Beauty and Le Corsaire Pas de deux; Steven McRae's Something Different; and a special "premier" of a Pas de deux choreographed by Ludovic Ondiviela.
The event will be held in the grounds of this famous Abbey with seating to accommodate approximately 800 people. The doors will open at 19h00 hours so patrons can enjoy the bar and buy a 2 or 3 course meal in the Abbey gardens before the two hour performance begins at 21h30.
After the performance there will be a "Reception With The Dancers" at the Abbey where you can mingle with the stars and enjoy a sumptious buffet, free bar and music.
The idea behind the performance was conceived by Johanna Adams Farley who is the Senior Stage Manager for The Royal Ballet, and will be produced by the members of the Muse à Muse Arts Association who are Emma Noon, David Craig, Julie Djian, Johanna Adams Farley and Ann Reilly.
In addition to the performance:
- the dress rehearsal is now open to the general public. Doors open at 21h30. Tickets are 10 euros and can be bought on the night. Please reserve at info_muse-a-muse.com
- three masterclasses will be given in french and english for families and young people in the region interested in dance.
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Marianela Nuñez and Edward Watson, Infra, 2008
Marianela Nuñez and Thiago Soares, Black Swan, 2009
Steven McRae, Squirrel Nutkin, 2009
Marianela Nuñez, La Bayadera, 2008
Association n° W111002068Siège social: 8 Boulevard Charles Cros, 11220, Lagrasse
Association n° W111002068
Siège social: 8 Boulevard Charles
Cros, 11220, Lagrasse
THE MUSE À MUSE ARTS ASSOCIATION
Muse à Muse is dedicated to using its connections to present extraordinary artistic events, adding to the rich, cultural life of the Corbières. Its aims are to:Create memorable cultural experiences Develop master classes and workshops in the performing arts for young people Use the arts to promote the region of the Corbières internationallyDraw on the talents and experiences of people based locallyLink with local charities to aid their goals.Muse à Muse is a non-profit organisation
Muse à Muse is dedicated to using its connections to present extraordinary artistic events, adding to the rich, cultural life of the Corbières.
Its aims are to:
Muse à Muse is a non-profit organisation
CONTACT
Emma Noon
T. 00 33 4 68 43 68 60 | M. 00 44 79 73 89 12 84
David Craig
T. 00 33 4 68 43 19 71 | M. 00 33 67 16 82 19 6
Email: info_muse-a-muse.com
SPONSORS
Muse à Muse is extremely grateful for the generous support of its sponsors and benefactors. In particular, we would like to thank Bonnie J Ward, Covent Garden London, Harlequin Floors, Garrigae Resorts, US Tax, Bond Capital Partners, Louise & John Verrill, Chateau Ollieux-Romanis, Sud De France, Domaine La Rune, Cellier des Desmoiselles, Le Conseil Général de l'Aude, Homehunters France, the Lagrassienne, Mark & Geraldine Freedland and Siran High Society 2010.
Muse à Muse is a non-profit organisation and therefore the involvement of these companies and individuals is invaluable in enabling us to put on this magnificient production in July.
If you or your organisation would like to contribute to this or future events, please contact Muse à Muse.
info_muse-a-muse.com
WORKSHOPS
In addition to the performance, three workshops, in french and english, will be led by David Pickering, Soloist and Artistic and Education Coordinator with the Royal Ballet. David will be assisted by some of the dancers including french dancer, Ludovic Ondiviela. They are going to be grouped according to level and take place at the Salle de Fêtes in Lagrasse.
The first workshop will be a beginners class open to all the family where everyone can enjoy a taster. It will take place on 17 July between 10h00-12h00.
The second will be a "creative" workshop open to all from intermediate to advanced level based around the work of Wayne McGregor. It will take place on 16 July between 10h00-12h00.
The third workshop will be an advanced level ballet technique class. It will take place on Sat 17 July between 14h00-16h00.
There will be a charge of 10 euros per person for the "creative workshop" and the professional ballet technique class plus 5 euros for membership of Muse à Muse. Places will need to be reserved in advance and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. For reservations please send an email to info_muse-a-muse.com or contact:
LAGRASSE
Officially designated "One Of The Most Beautiful Villages In France", Lagrasse is located in the stunning Corbières wine region of the south of France. The beaches of the Mediterranean, the walled city of Carcassonne and the lofty heights of the Pyrénnées are all on its doorstep. Lagrasse is famous for its 8th century Benedictine abbey, to which it owed its original prosperity. The abbey, St Marie d'Orbieu, is connected to the medieval heart of the village by an impressive 12th century bridge which spans the river Orbieu. A village of artisans, Lagrasse is home to potters, painters and craftspeople and each summer it hosts a French book fair and music festival. Visitors to Lagrasse come to sample its wine, swim in the river and walk in the surrounding vineyards and olive groves.Some useful links:www.lagrasse.comwww.carcassonne.orgwww.frenchentree.comwww.facebook.com/event.php?eid=118824714819278&ref=mfLe banquet des livreswww.languedoc-wines.com/english
Officially designated "One Of The Most Beautiful Villages In France", Lagrasse is located in the stunning Corbières wine region of the south of France. The beaches of the Mediterranean, the walled city of Carcassonne and the lofty heights of the Pyrénnées are all on its doorstep.
Lagrasse is famous for its 8th century Benedictine abbey, to which it owed its original prosperity. The abbey, St Marie d'Orbieu, is connected to the medieval heart of the village by an impressive 12th century bridge which spans the river Orbieu.
A village of artisans, Lagrasse is home to potters, painters and craftspeople and each summer it hosts a French book fair and music festival. Visitors to Lagrasse come to sample its wine, swim in the river and walk in the surrounding vineyards and olive groves.
Some useful links:
www.lagrasse.com
www.carcassonne.org
www.frenchentree.com
www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=118824714819278&ref=mf
Le banquet des livres
www.languedoc-wines.com/english
TRAVELLING BY CAR
From CarcassonneExit Carcassonne town centre towards the Cité (fortress). Stay on main road. Continue straight The Cité is passed on right side.Via AutorouteContinue a couple of kms. Autoroute A61 is signposted. Take direction Narbonne, Montpellier, Barcelona. Exit at Lézignan-Corbières (Exit 25) See directions from Lézignan-Corbières.From MontpellierA9 autoroute south headed for Béziers, Narbonne. Go past Béziers. After Narbonne take turning for A61 heading to Carcassonne, Toulouse. After 20km, exit at Lézignan-Corbières (Exit 25). This is BEFORE reaching Carcassonne. See directions from Lézignan-Corbières.From ToulouseTake A61 towards Carcassonne, Narbonne. Exit #25 Lézignan-Corbières From Barcelona AirportTake signs for Barcelona Ciudad (City) heading north. Avoid city centre by following directions for Gerona, AP 7, Franca or all three. Stay on AP 7. Go past Girona. Cross Spain/France border.AP 7 (Spain) becomes A9 (France).Go past Perpignan. On approach to Narbonne turn onto A61 towards Toulouse, Carcassonne. After 20km, exit at Lézignan-Corbières. From Lézignan-Corbières (Exit 25 on A61 autoroute)Lagrasse is signposted from the first roundabout after the autoroute.Follow the D611 to Fabrezan; continue on D611 past Ribaute to Lagrasse.
From Carcassonne
Exit Carcassonne town centre towards the Cité (fortress). Stay on main road. Continue straight The Cité is passed on right side.
Via Autoroute
Continue a couple of kms. Autoroute A61 is signposted. Take direction Narbonne, Montpellier, Barcelona. Exit at Lézignan-Corbières (Exit 25) See directions from Lézignan-Corbières.
From Montpellier
A9 autoroute south headed for Béziers, Narbonne. Go past Béziers. After Narbonne take turning for A61 heading to Carcassonne, Toulouse. After 20km, exit at Lézignan-Corbières (Exit 25). This is BEFORE reaching Carcassonne. See directions from Lézignan-Corbières.
From Toulouse
Take A61 towards Carcassonne, Narbonne. Exit #25 Lézignan-Corbières
From Barcelona Airport
Take signs for Barcelona Ciudad (City) heading north. Avoid city centre by following directions for Gerona, AP 7, Franca or all three. Stay on AP 7. Go past Girona. Cross Spain/France border.
AP 7 (Spain) becomes A9 (France).
Go past Perpignan. On approach to Narbonne turn onto A61 towards Toulouse, Carcassonne. After 20km, exit at Lézignan-Corbières.
From Lézignan-Corbières
(Exit 25 on A61 autoroute)
Lagrasse is signposted from the first roundabout after the autoroute.
Follow the D611 to Fabrezan; continue on D611 past Ribaute to Lagrasse.
Price:67
TICKETS
1. RECEPTION & PERFORMANCE TICKET: SOLD OUT ONLINE
2. PERFORMANCE TICKET: SOLD OUT ONLINE
3. RECEPTION TICKET TO THE PARTY ONLY - 67 euros
If you have already bought your ticket to the performance, why not also buy a Reception ticket and party with the dancers afterwards. A free bar, gourmet buffet and DJ included.
THERE WILL BE NO TICKETS AVAILABLE ON THE NIGHT OF THE PERFORMANCE.
To make your payment (when you click 'Checkout') you will be directed to the PayPal website, where a secure payment is guaranteed. Paypal will send you email confirmation of your ticket purchase. Muse à Muse will then send your e-ticket by email. You will need to print your e-ticket and bring it with you to gain entry to the event. If you prefer to pay by French cheque, please make it payable to Assoc. Muse à Muse.
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Arts Association
Presents an evening of classical and contemporary dance in Lagrasse with guest dancers from the Royal Ballet, Covent Garden, London.
On Sat 17 July 2010
At The Abbey, Lagrasse, Aude, France
Doors open at 19h00
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