Ballet Tyler's 'Peter Pan' takes flight April 5
(Staff Photo by Mark Roberts)
Aaron D'Eramo, from left, Aldrin Vendt, Anthony D'Eramo, Nathan Vendt and Joel Gibson carefully check an unconscious Rayleigh Vendt during rehearsal Saturday March 22, 2008 at the Ballet Tyler dance studio in Tyler, TX.
Ballet Tyler is scheduled to present its performance of Peter Pan, 7 p.m. Saturday, April 5 at the University of Texas at Tyler R. Don Cowan Fine and Performing Arts Center, publicity officials announced.
Tickets start at $18 and may be purchased at the Cowan Center Box office, 903-566-7424 or online at www.uttyler.edu/cowan/buytickets.html.
Officials promise adults and children alike will enjoy highflying techniques, suspenseful sword fights, dancing indians and comical pirates as Captain Hook offers his whimsical antics during this "magical journey to Neverland."
Patrons may meet the dancers and characters at Peter Pan's autograph party, Adventures in Neverland, 2-4 p.m. Sunday at the Tyler Rose Garden Center.
(Staff Photos by Mark Roberts)
Shay Bares, playing the boy who never grew up in the upcoming production of Peter Pan, stands in defiance during a dance number at rehearsal.
Boys and girls can attend story time with Mark Scirto, face painting, treasure hunts and many other activities. Advanced tickets for the autograph party are $10 and may be purchased at Spin Out, Glamour Girls, Potpourri House, Snug as a Bug, and online at www.BalletTyler.org. The tickets will be $12 at the door.
FREE SHOW
A free school show of Peter Pan is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. Friday, April 4, at the University of Texas at Tyler Cowan Center, ballet officials announced.
A free school show of Peter Pan is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. Friday, April 4, at the University of Texas at Tyler Cowan Center, ballet officials announced.
All Tyler Independent School District third graders as well as private and homeschool students are invited.
The show will feature a 45-minute excerpt of the show and offer sword fighting, dancing and flying. There will also be a demonstration of flying equipment.
(Staff Photo by Mark Roberts)
Lauren Langsjoen, 17, practices her solo routine during rehearsal.
Officials ask patrons arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the program.
No reservations are required and there will be open seating in designated areas. Ushers will be in the lobby to help homeschool students to their section.
Alumni Reception
After the Cowan Center performance, Ballet Tyler will host a reception honoring former dancers, artistic directors, and members of the Board of Directors.
After the Cowan Center performance, Ballet Tyler will host a reception honoring former dancers, artistic directors, and members of the Board of Directors.
This reception begins at 7 p.m. at the Cowan Center. Since 2008 is Ballet Tyler's 20th anniversary, they are seeking to locate these individuals. For more information, please call Mary Wright at 903-593-0214.
Ballet Tyler is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting classical dance in East Texas.






