Here's just a small sampling of the repertoire we've helped preserve over the years.
Listed Alphabetically
A Christmas Carol, The Ballet by David Kloss
Ebenezer Scrooge wakes to a vision of Christmas Past in Charle’s Dicken’s classic holiday story about transformation, forgiveness, compassion.
Original choreography by David Kloss
Acclaimed by Cedric Dickens, Great-grandson of the author, Charles Dickens.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
A one act interpretation of Shakespeare’s classic play—a tale of fairies, mismatched lovers, and mischievous characters—set to Felix Mendelssohn’s musical score. Production conceived and choreographed by Delphine Del Bello Spencer, David Kloss, Thomas Gant, Jr., Stephanie Mumbauer, and Tara L. George
Animus
Animus is a Latin word meaning mind, heart, soul, and spirit. In this modern work, the viewer is guided on a journey that begins in the serene purity of the spiritual world and moves through birth into the physical world.
Original choreography by Delphine Del Bello Spencer
Beauty & the Beast
Discovering an intruder in his castle, the Beast advances on Beauty’s father, but is saved by Beauty’s acquiescence to part from her father and live in the Beast’s castle.
Original choreography by David Kloss
Cinderella
The ugly step-sisters, who provide a dynamic foil to Cinderella’s grace and compassion, sew and quarrel minutes before the Prince’s ball invitation is delivered.
Choreography after Marius Petipa | Pas de Deux by David Kloss and restaging by Delphine Del Bello Spencer, with choreography by Stephanie Mumbauer, Tara George, Thomas Gant, Jr., and Judy Ungaro
Coppélia
Toy maker, Doctor Coppélius’, enchantment with his life-size doll, Coppélia, leads to a tale of mistaken identities and jealous love when two village sweethearts succumb to their curiosity about the alchemist and his inventions.
Choreography by Marius Petipa | Restaging and choreography by David Kloss, Delphine Del Bello Spencer, Stephanie Mumbar, and Tara George
Don Quixote
Act II: The Dream
ETHEREAL & OTHER WORLDY
The dream scene from ‘Don Quixote’ reveals the beauty that lives within Don Quixote’s imagination
SYNOPSIS | Don Quixote, an eccentric & idealistic gentleman lies dreaming in his castle surrounded by books of knights & maidens. He dreams of Dulcinea and in his delirium sets out on a quest for love and adventure to defend virtue and save her from harm . . .
ACT II – THE DREAM SCENE
Don Quixote lies unconscious and dreams that he is a knight in a magical garden of dryads and cupids ruled by the Queen of the Dryads. Accompanied by Cupid (Amour) who strikes him with love, the Dryad Queen brings him Dulcinea. He declares his love for her but the dream fades and spurs his quest for love.
Echoes Down the Hall
Original Choreography by Thomas Gant Jr.
Firebird, excerpt
VISUALLY INTRIGUING! FULL OF FANTASY & DRAMA
’The Firebird’ set to Stravinsky’s iconic score blends the classical with the contemporary.
SYNOPSIS| First premiering in 1910 by the famous Ballet Russe, adaptations of The Firebird have been performed by ballet companies worldwide.
The FIREBIRD is fantastical fairy tale. Prince Ivan finds & rescues his true love, the Princess after he defeats the evil Kastchei with the help of the Firebird who offers one of her enchanted feathers after he spares her life. Dance Del Bello will feature variations highlighting the fascinating yet assertively commanding, flaming and magical nature of The Firebird.
Gabrielle Concertante
Original Choreography by David Kloss
Music: Eric Coates
A neoclassical ballet in three movements, dedicated to the memory of Norman Gabrielle.
Gabrielle Concertante celebrates the grandeur of ballet—elegant and expansive, with choreography that sparkles with precise footwork, exhilarating passages, and majestic adagios. Each movement builds in energy and expression, drawing the audience into a work where music and classical tradition meet vibrant, modern artistry.
Glazunov’s
The Seasons: Autumn
Choreography: After Petipa,
Reimagined by Delphine Del Bello Spencer.
Music: Glazunov: The Seasons, Op. 67 – Tableu 4. A landscape in Autumn
“THE AUTUMN BACCHANALE” -
The Seasons bring life to the stage as they celebratorily take part in a glorious & exuberant dance, “while leaves from Autumn trees rain upon their merriment".
“PETITE ADAGIO” –
Flowing, sweet & sentimental, Glazunov’s Autumn Petite Adagio’s
“poetic mood” shines through: warm, soft, earthy, romantic and understated. The
music evokes the falling leaves and glittering stars of twilight. “You can feel
nature at her most beautiful and radiant before the long winter slumber.”
“APOTHEOSIS” -
Under the Autumn Sable Sky - Constellations of stars sparkle as the dancers reflect the celestial brightness above the earth
Limitless Path
Limitless Path is a modern work that celebrates the inspiring ability of the human spirit to transcend the bonds and physical restraints of life on earth.
Original choreography by Delphine Del Bello Spencer
Minor Stops Along the Journey
Original Choreography by Henry Roy
Minor Stops Along the Journey (A work-in-progress) focuses on relationships good & bad, while bringing to light social responsibilities and how women are affected by them.
SHITAU
In Japanese culture, tradition is the dominant element of all aspects of life. Shitau focuses on the torment of lovers who must decide whether to adhere to tradition or follow their hearts.
Original choreography by Delphine Del Bello Spencer
Swan Lake
Prince Siegfried and Odette in the timeless love story of tragedy and romance
Choreography after Marius Petipa | Choreography and restaging by Delphine Del Bello Spencer with Stephanie Mumbauer and Judy Ungaro
The Sleeping Beauty, Full-length
One of the most beloved Full-length classical ballets in history
The Sleeping Beauty, Act III
Pas de Deux
Arriving at their wedding, Prince Desire and Princess Aurora declare their love with a romantic Grand Pas de Deux. The Act III pas de deux from The Sleeping Beauty shines with regal elegance, showcasing exquisite partnering and classical purity in a joyful final union.
Choreography After Petipa
Restaged by David Kloss
Three Voices,
One Note
Acoustic piano, human voice and lyric, and modern dance movement combine to create one note that describes our journey through the chakras, or wheels, or life—from first awakening to the highest state of enlightenment and unity.
Original choreography by Delphine Del Bello Spencer | Original orchestral compositions and song interpretations by Philip Fortenberry and Rebecca Spencer
Untitled
Original Choreography By David Kloss
Untitled Opus 1 is a dramatic and lyrical neoclassical ballet with double pas de deux and two contrasting allegro movements. Restaging by régisseur, Thomas Gant, Jr.
When Fairy Tales Come True
n 1982, the Philadelphia Eagles’ leukemia foundation sponsored a benefit on behalf of the Sunshine Foundation. As part of the benefit, Eagles Fly for Leukemia commissioned David Kloss to write When Fairy Tales Come True. He drew his inspiration from this ridiculous image: the well known actor, John Wayne, dancing with a fairy. The Brandywine Ballet premiered the ballet at Longwood Gardens’ conservatory to an appreciative audience, which included the Philadelphia Eagles.
Original choreography by David Kloss
