Queensland Ballet on the Lawn is a gift to Brisbane

Queensland Ballet will present a free event at the Riverstage. But you’ll have to be quick to secure a ticket. HERE’S HOW

Queensland Ballet Dancers Yanela Pinera and Patrico Reve at Riverstage. Photo Lachie Millard

Anyone would leap at a chance to see the Queensland Ballet for free and next month you can. If you’re quick.

Tickets for Queensland Ballet on the Lawn, which will be presented on the Riverstage on April 17 from 6pm, are available from 9am today. And they are expected to go fast.

Queensland Ballet is the gift that keeps on giving and artistic director Li Cunxin says this event, presented in conjunction with principal partner Suncorp, is the company’s way of giving back to the community.

Mr Li says it’s also a way of sharing works from the 60th Anniversary Gala which recently packed out the Playhouse at QPAC.

“Queensland Ballet on the Lawn is our gift to the Queensland community,” Li says. “It makes ballet accessible to everyone from fans and enthusiasts to those wanting to dip their toes into the ballet world. The program offers something for everyone from timeless pas de deuxs which reflect the company’s 60 year history to modern creations from 60 Dancers : 60 Stories which was choreographed by our dancers in lockdown.”

Executive General Manager of Brand and Marketing at Suncorp, Mim Haysom, says it will be a special occasion for the community to come together and enjoy live ballet once again.

“After a difficult 2020, we are delighted to be able to work with Queensland Ballet to stage this free event and bring live ballet back to Riverstage as part of their 60th Year celebrations,” she said.

Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said experiencing world-class ballet under the stars at Riverstage would be an exquisite experience.

“Brisbane’s wonderfully warm outdoor climate is made for experiences like these and a free performance by Queensland Ballet is sure to be nothing short of outstanding,” Cr Schrinner said.

This is a chance for audiences to gather their family and friends, lay down a picnic rug, and enjoy Queensland Ballet’s dancers in their full splendour. Li Cunxin says he is keeping his fingers crossed for fine weather.

“We have been keeping an eye on the weather, but the plan is if there’s minimal risk, the show will go on,” Mr Li said.

To register: queenslandballet.com.au/queensland-ballet-on-the-lawn