The Little Mermaid
Saturday, March 1, 2025; 7:30 pm
Sunday, March 2, 2025; 2:00 pm
Production Sponsor: Cheryl Goldberg
Performance Sponsor: Marta Holsman Babson
The Lobero Theatre
Join us on a journey under the sea for a world premiere featuring all-new sets, costumes, life-sized puppets, and a world premiere musical score by composer Charles Fernandez. In this heartwarming tale, The Little Mermaid takes the ultimate adventure, sacrificing her tail and her voice to experience life as a human and pursue true love. An imaginative take on a classic story, this production is perfect for all ages.
Choreography by Megan Philipp and Cecily MacDougall
Music by Charles Fernandez (World Premiere)
Featuring the Opera San Luis Obispo Grand Orchestra
Conducted by Brian Asher Alhadeff
Young audience members are invited to enter the theater at 1:15 pm on March 2nd to take a photo with a real ballerina and hear her tell the story of The Little Mermaid.
Families with special needs or small children are invited to our first sensory-friendly performance on March 1 at 2:00 pm. During sensory-friendly performances, the lights in the theater stay on, the music is played more quietly, fidget items are welcome, and patrons can move, vocalize, and behave in ways that are often unfamiliar in other performance settings. Tickets are $20; subsidized tickets are available upon request.
The Little Mermaid:
Inspiring Young Minds Through Dance and Education
State Street Ballet proudly presents The Little Mermaid, a captivating retelling of a timeless tale. Alongside this enchanting performance, we are excited to offer outreach programming designed to engage and inspire students before they step into the theater.
Our outreach program includes:
Instructional Dance Videos
Students can explore the magic of movement with our professionally crafted instructional dance videos. These engaging tutorials introduce basic dance techniques and themes from The Little Mermaid, encouraging creativity, physical activity, and a deeper appreciation of the art of ballet.
More Music for Little Mermaid-inspired dances
Educational Study Guide
Our comprehensive study guide is tailored for students and educators, offering an enriching learning experience. It includes:
Story Themes and Background: Learn about the origins of The Little Mermaid and its transition from literature to the stage.
Ballet Basics: Discover the language of dance, key ballet positions, and fun facts about the art form.
Interactive Activities: Creative exercises and thought-provoking questions designed to connect the themes of the performance to broader life lessons.
By blending the artistry of ballet with interactive educational tools, our outreach program ensures that students will not only enjoy the performance but also gain an appreciation for storytelling through dance. Let’s spark curiosity and creativity in the next generation of art enthusiasts!
Click here for our Little Mermaid Study Guide in English
Click here for our Little Mermaid Study Guide in Spanish
For more details on our outreach programming, please get in touch with our Director of Education at meredith@statestreetballet.com. We look forward to sharing the wonder of The Little Mermaid with your students!
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