A Streetcar Named Desire

February 12 + 13, 2027 / Kelowna Community Theatre
Friday at 7:30 PM / Saturday at 1:30 PM and 7:30 PM

A masterpiece of Canadian choreography, John Alleyne’s A Streetcar Named Desire reimagines Tennessee Williams’ iconic play as a compelling full-length ballet. Rich with drama, passion, and an original jazz score by Tobin Stokes, this acclaimed production is an unforgettable theatrical experience.

Choreography: John Alleyne
Composer: Tobin Stokes

John Alleyne, one of Canada's most renowned choreographers, draws on the complexities of Tennessee Williams' 1947 Pulitzer Prize-winning drama A Streetcar Named Desire in a full-length narrative ballet originally created for Ballet BC. Weaving between past and present, this evocative adaptation tells the story of two sisters – one clinging to a bygone era while the other embraces the realities of contemporary life in America. Set against the backdrop of post-World War II New Orleans, Alleyne explores themes of fragility and vitality, deftly juxtaposing the decline of the old aristocracy with the rise of the working class.

Featuring an original jazz score by BC-based composer Tobin Stokes, lavish costumes, and captivating theatrical performances, Alleyne's A Streetcar Named Desire is a riveting portrait of passion, power, and social tension that The Globe and Mail hailed as "an impressive achievement."

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Ballet Kelowna Performance FAQs

  • -       Ballet Kelowna does not have a dress code, though some patrons enjoy dressing up to attend a ballet performance. We recommend comfortable clothing appropriate for a professional setting.

  • -       Limited parking is available on Doyle Ave beside the Kelowna Community Theatre. The nearby Library Plaza Parkade is the most accessible and available parking for performances at the Kelowna Community Theatre.

    -       Additionally, there is parking available in the Ellis St. Parkade, beside the Kelowna Heritage Museum, or in the Kelowna City Hall parking lot across from the theatre.

  • -       Yes! A bar will be available before the show and during intermissions. All concession and bar drinks and snacks are allowed in the auditorium unless otherwise specified.

    -       Patrons are encouraged to arrive early and enjoy drinks while listening to our pre-show chat with Ballet Kelowna’s Artistic Director and CEO, Simone Orlando and visiting choreographers.

  • -       Yes! All patrons are invited to join Artistic Director and CEO Simone Orlando for our pre-show chat with visiting choreographers from 6:45 PM–7:05 PM in the lower lobby of the Kelowna Community Theatre. Learn about the vision, themes, movement, and music behind the works on the program!

    -       Opening night receptions after the show are available to Creators’ Circle members who donate $500 or more annually. Learn more about becoming a Creators’ Circle member here.

    -       Post-show receptions following our season finale performances are available to season subscribers. Learn more about our subscription package here.

  • -       The Kelowna Community Theatre has 6 wheelchair accessible seats with 6 companion seats. Auris Loop Hearing Assist System is available in the lobby, please contact the theatre for more information.

    -       For further accessibility concerns please contact the Kelowna Community Theatre: 250.469.8944

  • -       Turn off all electronic devices so as not to disturb the performers or other audience members.

    -       Please do not text message as the screen lights up and disrupts the show for those around you.

    -       Please remove any hats to allow the person in the seat behind you to fully enjoy the show. Do not place your feet on the seat in front of you.

    -       Photography of any kind is not permitted during a performance. Audio and video recordings are strictly forbidden under copyright laws.

    -       Please avoid leaving your seat throughout the performance out of respect for the dancers. Intermissions are scheduled for patrons’ and dancers’ convenience.

  • -       In the interest of all patrons and performers, latecomers will not be seated once the performance begins and must wait until a suitable break, which will likely be during the next pause or intermission. Monitors are provided in the lobby. Patrons who leave during a performance will not be allowed to re-enter the theatre until a suitable break.

  • -       Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to show time to allow you to park your car, purchase refreshments, and find your seat before the show starts. The time posted on your ticket is the time the performance begins.

    -       Doors to the Kelowna Community Theatre open one hour before the performance begins.

  • -       Performance programs will be available for patrons at all entrances to the auditorium. Programs contain performance and production credits, program synopsis, dancer bios, and other pertinent information. We ask that couples share a house program to ensure all attendees can receive a program.

    -       Each piece on our mixed programs will be introduced by Ballet Kelowna’s Artistic Director and CEO Simone Orlando to provide context for the works.