Nalmes Folk Dance Spectacular

May 7, 2010 8:00 pm - May 8, 2010 8:00 pmMay 8, 20108:00 pm

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When: Fri, May 7 & Sat May 8, 2010 at 8pm
Where: State Theatre
Tickets: $32-52

Nalmes has dedicated itself to promoting and preserving the folk traditions of the Adygeans—the ancient dwellers of the North Caucasus. The 70-member ensemble has won the top prize at international folk competitions, earning accolades for the beauty, energy, and authenticity of their spectacular performances. This is a rare opportunity to experience the music, dance, swordplay, and gorgeous costumes of a rich culture that is barely known outside of Russia.

Cedar Lake Contemporary Ballet

April 9, 20108:00 pm

When: Fri, April 9, 2010 at 8pm
Where: State Theatre
Tickets: $22-42

An annual “don’t-miss” State Theatre event, Cedar Lake Contemporary Ballet has vaulted into the spotlight as the contemporary dance company to watch. Their daring, athletic choreography and cutting-edge multimedia production designs take audiences on a choreographic journey exploring the infinite possibilities of movement. The company performs new works by the most sought-after emerging choreographers from the U.S. and beyond.

Moscow Festival Ballet in Swan Lake

March 12, 201012:00 am

When: Fri, March 12, 2010 at 8pm
Where: State Theatre
Tickets: $32-52

The epitome of romantic Russian ballet, Swan Lake has enchanted audiences for well over a century with its magical tale of love and sacrifice, sorcery and transformation. Tchaikovsky’s sumptuous score perfectly captures the heightened passions of the doomed lovers. This full-length ballet is performed by the 50-member Moscow Festival Ballet under the direction of Sergei Radchenko, former principal dancer with the Bolshoi Ballet.

Moscow Festival Ballet in Swan Lake

March 12, 20108:00 pm

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When: Fri, March 12, 2010 at 8pm
Where: State Theatre
Tickets: $32-52

Founded in 1989 by Artistic Director Sergei Radchenko, former principal dancer with the Bolshoi Ballet, the internationally acclaimed 50-member Moscow Festival Ballet tours regularly in the United States and throughout the world.
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Le Grand Cirque

February 27, 2010 12:00 am - February 28, 2010 12:00 am

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When:
Sat, February 27, 2010 at 3pm & 7pm
Sun, February 28, 2010 at 2pm
Where: State Theatre
Tickets: $32-52

Great Family Event—Seen by millions of people around the world, Le Grand Cirque is a jaw-dropping, visual feast of spectacular group acrobatics and white-knuckle stunts that consistently leaves the audience in a state of awe. This spellbinding show features a cast of over 50 world-class acrobats, jugglers, clowns, and high-wire artists from across the globe. Amazing feats of strength, balance, skill, and revolutionary new acts are set off by stunning costumes, thrilling music, and brilliant special effects.

For tickets, call 732-246-SHOW (7469) or visit http://www.statetheatrenj.org/le_grand_cirque