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Talented Young Dancers from Hiltrup to Perform with Ballet Greats
Hiltrup's budding ballet stars, Lia Frericks and Marlene Retzlaff, will share the stage with international ballet luminaries Lucia Lacarra and Jorge Barani at Theater Münster on June 9 and 13. The 17-year-old dancers, members of the Balletto Dance Company, are participating in the tenth edition of the "Balletto and Friends" gala, a significant event in Münster's cultural calendar.
Trained under the mentorship of Julio Acevedo at Interdance dance school, Lia and Marlene eagerly anticipate collaborating with professional dancers. Marlene describes sharing the stage with Spanish ballerina Lucia Lacarra, renowned for her flowing movements, as an inspiring experience. They are equally captivated by Jorge Barani, the Cuban "jump virtuoso." Despite Lia's nervousness, she is exhilarated at the prospect of witnessing these stars live.
Under Acevedo's guidance, the young dancers have been assigned a challenging task. An etude will see them and their fellow students from Interdance's training class exhibit a dynamic ballet performance, showcasing diverse techniques from the barre to pirouettes. The dancers, particularly Lia, express concern over the fouettés - quick spins - requiring extensive practice.
The gala marks a significant milestone in Lia and Marlene's careers. Both dancers look back on an extensive ballet past. Marlene, who has danced for nine years, views ballet as a chance to escape daily life. For Lia, who started dancing at age three, ballet transcends the realm of a hobby and is unimaginable to abandon.
The young dancers harbor ambitious aspirations for their future roles. Lia aspires to dance in "Swan Lake" or "Don Quixote," while Marlene is drawn to the mysterious atmosphere of "Giselle." The press release notes that classical works like "The Nutcracker," evoking its festive Christmas spirit, also resonate with the talented students.
While the Enrichment Data pertains to the "Roberto Bolle and Friends" gala, its details are not directly relevant to Lia and Marlene's participation in the "Balletto and Friends" gala. However, it offers insights into the scale and quality of a major dance gala, featuring renowned dancers and choreographers. The "Balletto and Friends" gala promises to blend classical masterpieces with modern choreographies. Lia and Marlene regard this opportunity as an honor to be part of the special event alongside their peers from the Balletto Dance Company. Tickets for the event can be purchased here.
Lia and Marlene, eager to expand their ballet experiences, express interest in exploring other realms of entertainment, such as fashion-and-beauty, food-and-drink, and travel to gain inspiration for their lifestyles. In a hypothetical future after their dance careers, they fantasize about owning a home-and-garden that reflects their artistic and refined taste, complete with a charming and sophisticated car collection.
