
CHARLES' CAROL FULL LENGTH BALLET (2024) - limited time viewing!
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Join Covenant Ballet Theatre of Brooklyn (CBT) for this virtual premiere of a new work by Artistic Director, Founder, and Choreographer, Marla Hirokawa, entitled Charles' Carol, which was performed at the Leonard & Claire Tow Center for the Performing Arts, Brooklyn College on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at 7pm.
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Charles Dickens' most popular, beloved tale, "A Christmas Carol" tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge's transformation from miser to generous after being visited by the spirits of Christmas past, present and future. The story has inspired hundreds of portrayals in film, television, ballet and opera. Choreographer Marla Hirokawa will join this list of portrayals and with a twist. The new ballet, Charles’ Carol puts the Christmas story in the context of Dickens' own childhood poverty that shaped his empathy for the poor, and paved the way for this timeless story to be penned.
This production of Charles’ Carol is made possible by the NY State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the NY State Legislature, Apple Bank, Ridgewood Savings Bank, our dedicated board of directors, and other generous supporters of CBT.
VIDEO BY NEL SHELBY PRODUCTIONS
STORY AND CHOREOGRAPHY BY MARLA A. HIROKAWA
Synopsis
Charles Dickens' most popular, beloved tale, "A Christmas Carol" tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge's transformation from miser to generous after being visited by the spirits of Christmas past, present and future. The story has inspired hundreds of portrayals in film, television, ballet and opera. Choreographer Marla Hirokawa will join this list of portrayals and with a twist. The new ballet, Charles’ Carol puts the Christmas story in the context of Dickens' own childhood poverty that shaped his empathy for the poor, and paved the way for this timeless story to be penned.
“[Ms. Hirokawa’s] commitment to excellence, devotion to young people and humble and deep trust of her gifts is inspiring…I consider Ms. Hirokawa to be a master teacher, storyteller and choreographer whose work should be supported in the rehearsal studio, in the public schools and on the stage.”
Michelle Audet, Founding Director of Education New York City Ballet (NY 1979-1996)
Map & Directions
By train: Take the 2 or 5 train to Flatbush Ave / Brooklyn College
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By bus: B6, B11, B41, B44, B103
SP Parking: 2201 Nostrand Ave.
Street parking is limited.
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Artistic Staff & Dancers

Ebenezer Scrooge as a Child

Ebenezer Scrooge

Fred, Scrooge's nephew

Time Present

Child Ignorance

Mrs. Fezziwig

Mr. Cratchit, Husband of Belle

Factory supervisor, Scrooge's servant

Martha Cratchit

Charles Dickens as a Child, Child Want

Grandfather Clock

Peter Cratchit

Time Future

Ebenezer Scrooge in Time Past

Time Past

Factory Supervisor, Scrooge's Servant, Boarding School Mistress

Belinda Cratchit

Mrs. Cratchit, Belle

Mr. Fezziwig

Charles Dickens

Tiny Tim Cratchit

Fred's Wife
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