Based on the short story by Oscar Wilde, 'The Happy Prince' is a family fairy tale ballet that tells the poignant story of the gold statue Prince who seeks to alleviate the suffering of his people with the help of a lone swallow.
Choreography: Paul Chantry
Dance Director: Gail Gordon
Design: Zoe Squire
Lighting Design: Owain Davies
REVIEWS
"What a beautiful performance, incredibly moving in places and brilliantly funny in others. The company managed to tell human stories in a truly enjoyable way with clever choreography and inspired music choices. I loved it!" NICOLA GILROY, THE NICOLA GILROY SHOW, BBC RADIO LINCOLNSHIRE |
"A wonderfully diverse evening of dance by a relatively new ensemble, the Chantry Dance's last evening of The Happy Prince tour at Sadler's Wells was engaging." CLARE HANNAN |
AUDIENCE COMMENTS
"A wonderful show packed with creativity, artistry and humour that is so captivating. Great choice of music, I loved it." CLLR IAN SELBY, MAYOR OF GRANTHAM "It was AMAZING! I urge anyone who thought Dance or Ballet 'wasn't for them' to go see it. Inspirational." |
"I went to see The Happy Prince...and it was absolutely amazing! It was so captivating and I loved the choreography and storyline. I recommend everyone to go and see it!" "If you can, go and see a performance. Moves you to tears one moment and the next laughter. Just amazing." |