Ballet Ariel presents “Little Women”

Ballet Ariel brings beauty and charm, family and community with our original production of Little Women.
Little Women is based on the 1869 book by Louisa May Alcott. It follows the four March sisters, Amy, Beth, Jo and Meg, from Christmas Day and beyond, as they grow up during the Civil War era and find their place in the world. The choreography highlights the special characters of each sister and events that shape their growth from girls to young women.
For this Ballet Ariel debut, Artistic and Executive Director Ilena Norton wrote the scenario for the production and selected the music to accompany it with Gossamer Winds director John Richardson. That includes a blend of traditional holiday music such as “Away in a Manger” and “I Saw Three Ships” with classical pieces including several by Grieg from his “Lyric Pieces,” plus music by French and American composers.
Reviewed in Onstage Colorado, Toni Tresca said that “Ballet Ariel Shines in Little Women”.
“We are excited to debut Little Women for the first offering of our 2025-26 season,” says Ilena Norton, Ballet Ariel’s Artistic and Executive Director. “I enjoyed weaving elements of the classic story with the lovely score. It’s fresh, heartwarming and delightful.”
DATES AND TICKETING INFORMATION
The Schoolhouse Theatre, 19650 Mainstreet, Parker 80138
Sunday, March 1 at 3:00 pm
Adult tickets $30 with discounts for seniors, students, and children
For information on purchasing tickets, please visit the Ballet Ariel website at www.balletariel.org or call 303-945-4388.
ABOUT BALLET ARIEL
Ballet Ariel was founded in 1998 by Artistic and Executive Director Ilena Norton. The organization, which celebrated its 25th year in 2023, has evolved into a laboratory for developing original classical ballets, a collaborative environment where the beauty of classical ballet comes together with narrative storytelling and a contemporary vision. This professional company is known for its graceful and elegant, yet dynamic, choreography and staging.