"Cinderella"
The National Ballet of Canada
Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts
Toronto, Canada
March 10, 2023
by Denise Sum
copyright © 2023 by Denise Sum
James Kudelka’s “Cinderella” has been a perennial favorite at the National Ballet of Canada since its premiere in 2004. With its broad appeal, “Cinderella” was programmed over March break to draw in families and hopefully gain some new audience members for the company. Kudelka’s modern take on the familiar fairy tale has something for everyone – humor, romance, intricate choreography, stunning designs and high production value. The last time “Cinderella” was performed by the NBoC was in 2016. This most recent run features several noteworthy debuts.
Genevieve Penn Nabity in “Cinderella”. Photo by Karolina Kuras. Courtesy of the National Ballet of Canada.