Bay Chamber Concerts

The thirteen members of ABT II, a multinational group aged 16-19, undergo one to two years of training for entrance into the main company of American Ballet Theatre. Young emerging choreographers, composers and designers, chosen to create or contribute to repertory pieces for ABT II, also receive invaluable exposure through the program. Since 1995, forty-three dancers have moved onto careers with American Ballet Theatre, including three as principals and six as soloists.

"Here's a troupe that encourages discoveries."

- The New York Times

Sunday, April 19, 2009 at 4:00 p.m.
Strom Auditorium, Rockport
Most tickets $20. Prime seating $40, discounted up to 50% with subscription.
$8 for Youth ages 18 and under, limited availability.
Sponsor: Camden National Bank
$20 Ticket Underwriter: Brewster Point

abt2 Experience the passion, power and movement of one of the world's most revered and innovative dance companies. Resident at New York’s Lincoln Center, American Ballet Theatre is the nation’s foremost ballet company. Through ABT II, American Ballet Theatre brings the stars of the future to the stage. Handpicked from the most talented youth in the world, ABT II consists of thirteen dancers of outstanding potential. They’ll perform a mixed repertoire of classical and contemporary ballet.

Special Offer - Come on and DANCE!
With Bay Chamber Concerts and the Rockport Dance Conservatory…
Present your ABT II ticket at the Rockport Dance Conservatory before May 31, 2009 and get your first dance lesson FREE!
This offer cannot be combined or added to a current Rockport Dance Conservatory lesson. If you are currently taking a class with Rockport Dance Conservatory you may gift the first dance lesson to a friend or family member who is not already taking a dance class with the Rockport Dance Conservatory.

Education Extras
ABT II Dance Workshop
Saturday, April 18, 2009 at 1:00 p.m.
Rockport Dance Conservatory, West Rockport Get Directions
Attend a dance master class with ABTII Artistic Director Wes Chapman. Students will spend 45 minutes each on barre work and floor work. This class is designed for intermediate and advanced level ballet students; please wear ballet attire. $15. Space is limited, so please call the box office at (207) 236-2823 to reserve your place.

Tip, Tap, Toe
Story Hour at the Camden Public Library
10:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 9 and Friday, April 10
Bay Chamber Concerts and the Camden Public Library are teaming up to bring a delightful, dance inspired story hour. Every Thursday and Friday at 10 a.m. Amy Hand, Children’s Librarian, hosts a wonderful themed story hour complete with tales and crafts.