The critically acclaimed dancers of Bovim Ballet return to the Baxter Theatre in Cape Town with a brand new work by Sean Bovim, called Romeo’s Kiss. The show will only run for a short season from the 9th to the 20th of June 2010, and is based on the tragic love story of Romeo and Juliet.

Romeo’s Kiss will offer audiences an exhilarating and psychological experience with dramatic dance work that explores modern, yet timeless issues. Bovim is well-known for his ability to entertain audiences from all walks of life through the medium of ballet and dance.  The audience can expect to see the dancers translate Bovim's abstract vision in an energetic, fast paced yet poignant production.
Using popular versions of some of the vast Beatles repertoire, this age old story will be given a fresh and contemporary feel. The audience can expect to hear songs like: “All you need is love”, “I want to hold your hand” and “Hey Jude” to name just a few, with the accomplished dancers bringing these timeless Beatles classics to life through their enviable balletic technique while being challenged by Bovim's contemporary/modern style of choreography.
 “This is MTV culture meets So You Think You Can Dance, with beautifully designed Love Duets and rocking group divertissements,” said Bovim.
The male cast includes: Ignatius Van Heerden, Devon Marshbank, Casey Swales, Owen Manamela, Marc Goldberg, Grant Swift, Michael Jakavula, Llewellyn Mnguni and Mduduzi Nyembe. They are ably accompanied by the female cast including: Kirsten Isenberg; Simone Muller; Faye Dubinski, Kristin Wilson, Kerryn Howard, Tanya Futter, Jennifer Middleton, Nicola Marais
Audiences will be taken on a journey of pure nostalgia enjoying their favourite Beatles melodies whilst delighting in the dexterity of the dancers.
Critics have raved about Bovim’s previous works both locally and abroad, saying:
“Seductive, enchanting, pure energy” - Cape Argus
“Glittering, superb, fresh. It’s a sure bet” –The Star Tonight
"Brilliantly choreographed. Bovim doesn't miss a trick" - Ireland on Sunday
"Beautiful and moving...delight and dazzle...exquisite choreography"-The Irish Times

Romeo’s Kiss runs at the Baxter Theatre for a strictly limited season from the 9th to 20th June 2010.
Performance times of Romeo’s Kiss have been adjusted to accommodate 2010 FIFA World Cup Fixtures taking place in Cape Town.
The schedule is as follows:

WEEK 1

•    Wed 9 June at 20h00
•    Thurs 10 June at 20h00
•    Friday 11 June at 18h00
•    Sat 12 June at 20h00
•    Sun 13 June at 18h00

WEEK 2

•    Tues 15 June at 20h00
•    Wed 16 June at 18h00
•    Thurs 17 June at 20h00
•    Friday 18 June at 18h00
•    Sat 19 June at 20h00
•    Sun 20 June at 18h00

Tickets are from R120 per person and can be booked through Computicket on 083 915 8000 or www.computicket.com
A ten percent discount on tickets is offered to students, pensioners and block bookings of ten or more when booked through the theatre’s ticket office on (021) 680-3993.
Romeo’s Kiss runs for 100 minutes including a 20 minute interval. Catch it now at the Baxter Theatre in Cape Town.