Experience the Magic of KOMOREBI: A New Ballet Premiering in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX—Ventana Ballet exuberantly announces the world premiere of KOMOREBI, a remarkable new ballet created and produced by the company's resident choreographer, Navaji David Nava. This mesmerizing creation takes center stage for a 5-show run at the beautiful KMFA Draylen Mason Music Studio during September 21-23, 2023.
KOMOREBI takes the audience on an enchanting journey, beginning with a sound bath, performed by musician Vanush Von Love, and accompanied by Navaji. The ballet features a diverse soundtrack that includes South American Ikaros, Chilean folk music, classical guitar, Sanskrit hymns, and Kodo drums. As the story unfolds, audiences will be captivated by the stunning visuals designed and created by Navaji and the powerful emotions portrayed by the talented dancers.
KOMOREBI is an intimate and impactful experience for audiences of all ages, featuring a unique blend of soundscapes and cyclical dance patterns inspired by Navaji's innovative methodology of dance, called Atma Moves. “Atma Moves is the somatic experience of incarnation; of being and becoming,” explains Navaji. The ballet tells the story of perseverance, hope, and reverence as it underscores the relationship between humanity, the natural world, and cycles in the cosmos.
In the creation of KOMOREBI, Navaji shares, "As our lives rapidly evolve to coexist with technology and artificial intelligence, I want to honor the intellect, emotions, and creativity unique to the human spirit."
The September premiere of KOMOREBI proudly presents in tandem, the Youth Art Show, or “YAS” for short. YAS is a platform for young artists to showcase their work and develop their skills in a professional setting. Their artwork will be exhibited at the premiere at KMFA in September, further enhancing the event's creative atmosphere and highlighting the voices of artists of the next generation.
To celebrate this momentous occasion, Ventana Ballet will host the SUNLIGHT GALA, a fundraising event on August 5th. The gala presents an evening of music, dance, conversation, and refreshments supporting the premiere of KOMOREBI. Guests are invited to dress in their brightest sun colors and join Navaji and the dancers at the First Street Studio Theater for a preview performance and themed activities.
In September, KOMOREBI will feature intimate performances with limited seating to ensure accessibility and intimacy. Tiered seating is provided in front of the performance area. Guests are invited to arrive when the doors open 30 minutes before each showtime. The pre-show reception invites guests to indulge in complimentary refreshments and meet Choreographer and Producer Navaji and Ventana Ballet Director AJ Garcia-Rameau. Tickets are now available through Eventbrite, with options to "Send Some Light" and help others attend the show.
Performance Schedule:
September 21st at 7:30pm
September 22nd at 6:30pm & 8:30pm
September 23rd at 6:30pm & 8:30pm, Kids Show at 12pm
Doors open 30 minutes before show time.
Tickets:
First Row Seats – $45 + taxes / processing fee
General Admission – $35 + taxes / processing fee
Pre-show-themed refreshments and ample onsite parking is included.
Tickets are available through Eventbrite.
Location:
KMFA Draylen Mason Studio
41 Navasota Street, Austin, TX 78702
For more information, visit www.VentanaBallet.com or email info@ventanaballet.com.
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About Ventana Ballet
Ventana Ballet is a professional dance company based in Austin, TX, specializing in contemporary ballet dance performance. The word ventana, meaning window, embodies the company’s organizational mission and vision, seeking to provide artistically relevant, technically proficient, and publicly accessible dance performance and education opportunities to the community. Ventana Ballet’s mission is to inspire, entertain and educate audiences through disciplined and innovative approaches to presenting next-generation choreographic works. More information about Ventana Ballet can be found on the company website at VentanaBallet.com.
About Navaji:
Navaji David Nava is a multi-talented artist, dancer, and choreographer who has represented the United States at international ballet competitions and performed with renowned dance companies. Navaji is also a painter, fine craft maker, an Austin ISD Art Teacher at Highland Park Elementary, and Pranic Healer with a passion for sharing their creative vision with the world. Discover more at www.Navaji.com.
For more information:
Email: info@ventanaballet.com
Website: www.VentanaBallet.com
