The Ballet Company will also host “Aurora’s Tea,” a pre-performance event for families to enjoy a light lunch, sweet treats and character meet-and-greets May 13 at 12:00 p.m.

Berks Ballet Theatre will mount an adapted production of the classical ballet, “Sleeping Beauty.” The Sleeping Beauty Suite will close out the ballet company’s 47th season with a captivating, condensed rendition of the iconic ballet that brings together the major highlights of this enchanting story.

In this captivating adaptation, experience the beauty of Princess Aurora’s journey from her christening and the curse of Carabosse to the awakening kiss of true love. Witness breathtaking choreography, dazzling costumes, and a dynamic display of talent that will delight audiences of all ages.

Aaron Smyth, a well-known dancer hailing from Los Angeles will join the company in the ballet’s leading male position, Prince Desire. Area audiences last saw Smyth perform the role of Cavalier in BBT’s The Nutcracker last December. Smyth is best known for his associations with American Ballet Theatre II In New York, The Royal Ballet in London and The Joffrey Ballet in Chicago as well as being an original cast member in London’s West End production of An American In Paris. Smyth also played the role of the Snow Cavalier in Disney’s The Nutcracker and the Four Realms feature film dancing with Misty Copeland.

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