By Staff Reports (Photo by Alabama Ballet)

DEKALB COUNTY, Ala. — Northeast Alabama Community College is proud to be hosting the performance of The Sleeping Beauty by the world renowned Alabama Ballet on Saturday, February 9 at 7pm in the Tom Bevill Lyceum.

This classic and beloved fairytale is full of enchantment, romance and charm. Get swept away by the timeless tale of how the villainous Carabosse and the noble Lilac Fairy cast dueling spells over Princess Aurora, which can only be broken by her true love's first kiss. The Sleeping Beauty, choreographed by Marius Petipa, features spectacular sets, vibrant costumes and a beautiful score by Tchaikovsky.

This will be the 13th year the Alabama Ballet will be performing for Northeast.

"We always enjoy bringing the Alabama Ballet back to our area," stated NACC President Dr. David Campbell. "The Alabama Ballet is a highly accomplished and nationally recognized company and in addition to their skills and talents in dance, they will provide a spectacular show with their costumes, stage lighting and sound."

"We are so fortunate to have the Alabama Ballet performing at Northeast and in our area," stated Development Director Heather Rice. "This beautiful love story, The Sleeping Beauty, is just in time for Valentine's Day, and you will not want to miss it."

We urge you to purchase your tickets early. Tickets are $10 per person. Visit nacc.edu for the link or go to www.showclix.com/event/nacc-sleeping-beauty/pre-sale to purchase with a credit card. You may also call Heather Rice at (256) 638-4418 or (256) 228-6001 ext. 2301 or purchase tickets on campus in Room 145 of the Pendley Administration Building.

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