The spring gala season for A.V.A. Ballet Theatre opens with the classic ballet Frozen on April 22^nd and 23^rd at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts. Choreographed by Alexander Van Alstyne, Frozen is the captivating story written by Hans Christian Andersen. When their kingdom becomes trapped in a perpetual winter, Anna joins forces with mountaineer Kristoff to find Anna’s sister, Snow Queen Elsa, and break the icy spell. This classic story is filled with mesmerizing dance, intrigue, and is fun for the entire family. The Reno Philharmonic Orchestra will perform the exciting score. Jason Altieri will be conducting the orchestra.

Outstanding guest principal dancers from throughout the country will perform with the large cast from A.V.A. Ballet Theatre.

The Saturday April 22^nd performance will be held at 8pm and the Sunday April 23^rd performance will be at 2pm. Ticket prices for adults are $30 to $60. Ticket prices for children 12 and under and seniors 65 and older are $25 to $55. For tickets call the Pioneer Center at 775-434-1050 or on-line at pioneercenter.com. Box office hours are Monday through Friday 10am to 4pm.

A.V.A. Ballet Theatre is the resident ballet company of the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts. They are northern Nevada’s largest company under the instruction of a professional faculty with years of performing experience in renowned metropolitan ballet and production companies across the United States and Europe.