Presented by Dance Victoria in partnership with PoleCoven and Intrepid Theatre.
Join us for a unique and entertaining workshop led by Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo’s (The Trocks) Ballet Master, Raffaelle Morra. Participants will enjoy a brief warm-up before learning the iconic Dying Swan with a humorous twist.
About Raffaelle Morra
Raffaelle Morra is a celebrated teacher, former dancer, and Ballet Master of Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo. Beginning his ballet training in 1986 in Fossano, Italy, Morra went on to join the “Compagnia di Danza del Teatro Nuovo” in Torino in 1994. He has been part of the Trocks since 2001, performing a variety of leading male and female roles and choreographing works, including the parody Majisimas. Since 2015, Morra has shared his expertise as Ballet Master, leading masterclasses and workshops worldwide.
Workshop Details
Class Level: Open to all levels
Age Requirement: 16+
Attire: Wear whatever you feel comfortable moving in
Arrival Time: Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins
Important Note: Photos will be taken during the workshop. A photo release form will be provided, but signing is NOT mandatory to participate. Participants under 18 will need a parent or guardian to sign the waiver and photo release form.
Special Thanks
This workshop is proudly supported by our season Masterclass sponsor, Stretch Dancewear.
The Trocks will take the stage at the Royal Theatre on February 7 and 8, showcasing highlights from their groundbreaking repertoire. Dancing en travesti with razor-sharp wit and stunning pointe work, the company delivers polished parodies of classical ballet masterpieces.
For tickets call box office at 250-386-6121 or toll-free 1-888-717-6121 or buy tickets online at rmts.bc.ca.
Photo 1: Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo in Swan Lake by Roberto Ricci
Photo 2: Dying Swan workshop. Photo provided by the company
