Photo Coverage: Cast of COME FLY AWAY in Rehearsal
By: Kelly Cameron Aug. 25, 2011
On Thursday, August 18th Come Fly Away danced its way into the hearts of Toronto audiences when the show had its official opening at The Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts. The show was conceived, choreographed and directed by Tony Award-winner Twyla Tharp and features music by Frank Sinatra (by special arrangement with the Frank Sinatra Family and Frank Sinatra Enterprises) and a live 14-piece band to accompany the tunes.
Some of the world's finest dancers (many of whom were part of the Broadway production) are along for the ride on the National Tour, which is currently enjoying its only Canadian stop in Toronto. The show blends Frank's legendary vocals with a live on-stage band (whom the audience loved) and the dancers to create a unique and electrifying theatre experience unlike anything most Torontonians had seen before.
Before the show opened in Toronto members of the media were invited to a special dance class that members of the company can elect to take, and BWW was thrilled to be invited to capture the event for its readers. This is an exclusive look at exactly what these dancers go through in order to stay in shape and be ready to rock Sinatra every night on stage. The show itself seemed incredibly demanding, and watching these dancers rehearse was a testament to just how dedicated they are to their craft.
If you haven't been swept up in Come Fly Away, get your tickets fast as there are only a few chances left to see these incredible dancers doing what they do best!
When and Where?
Dancap Productions presents COME FLY AWAY
The Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts
Performance Schedule:
August 16 - 28, 2011
Tuesday - Saturday @ 7:30pm, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday @ 2pm
Ticket prices range from $42 - $135;
Tickets can be purchased in person at the box office, by phone at 416.644.3665 (1.800.950.7469) or online at www.dancaptickets.com
For more information on Come Fly Away, please visit the official site of the tour at www.comeflyaway.com
All Photos by Racheal McCaig Photography
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