The provincial and federal governments are investing over $362,000 in the Atlantic Ballet Atlantique Canada’s, Ballet by the Ocean experience.
Created in an effort to combat the restrictions caused by the pandemic, Ballet by the Ocean is an outdoor spectacle located on the Northumberland Strait.
“All of us at Atlantic Ballet Atlantique Canada are incredibly grateful for this significant contribution to our company and our newest experience. Ballet By The Ocean,” said Susan Chalmers-Gauvin, Co-Founder and CEO, Atlantic Ballet Atlantique Canada.
The funds committed by the Atlantic Canada Opportunity Agency will support marketing, promotion, and brand development.
Investments contributed by New Brunswick’s Regional Development Corporation and the Department of Canadian Heritage will focus on upgrades for the experience.
“That allows us to purchase a new stage, a sprung dance floor which is specialized for professional ballet and a rubberized dance floor that can withstand the outdoors and also the venue seating,” said Chalmers-Gauvin.
Ballet by the Ocean prioritizes a focus on local, with meals prepared by Chef Emmanuel Charretier and wine from a local winery.
Guests are provided with the exact location of the performance just two days before the event occurs. Upon arrival, guests witness the breathtaking backdrop that makes the experience unparalleled.
“The birds are flying overhead there might be a hare, there might be an eagle, so you’re witnessing the water, the wetlands and nature while you’re watching a beautiful ballet performance,” She said
She adds that their location required help from the Department of Environment to maintain the wetlands.
Tickets for the Ballet by the Ocean 2021 season were in high demand, with all 11 shows selling out. However, with New Brunswick set to remove all pandemic restrictions, there may be a seat for you after all.
“Now that we’re going to green, I’m thrilled to announce that performances on July 31st, September 4th,11th and 18th have reopened because we can have more capacity,” said Chalmers-Gauvin.
