Restless Balance
February 13 + 14, 2026 / Kelowna Community Theatre
Friday at 7:30 PM / Saturday at 1:30 PM and 7:30 PM
The Restless Balance program seamlessly blends the intuitive with the innovative through three revolutionary works. With the highly anticipated return of Cameron sinkʷə Fraser-Monroe’s taqəš, the revival of John Alleyne’s ground-breaking Schubert, and a breathtaking new work, this dynamic mixed program explores the paradox of equilibrium in motion. Join us for the Valentine's weekend and experience this stunning mixed program.
taqəš
Choreography: Cameron sinkʷə Fraser-Monroe
Music: Jeremy Dutcher
Cameron sinkʷə Fraser-Monroe brings his classical ballet training, knowledge of traditional Coast Salish, grass, and hoop dance, and experience as a contemporary dancer to taqəš [tawKESH], which means “to return something” in Ayajuthem, the language belonging to the Homalco, Klahoose, K’omoks, and Tla’amin Nations. Set to several songs by Polaris Prize-winning composer and singer Jeremy Dutcher, taqəš follows the traditional story “Raven Returns the Water,” centred around ῤoho (raven) and walθ (frog).
Schubert
Choreography: John Alleyne
Music: Franz Schubert, Piano Trio No. 2 in E-flat Major
Commissioned by Ballet BC in 2000 as a tribute to Canadian ballerina Jean Orr, John Alleyne’s Schubert celebrates the life of a dancer in three poetic scenes: youth, beauty, and wisdom. Set to Franz Schubert’s luminous Piano Trio No. 2 in E-flat Major, the work embodies what The Georgia Straight calls an “inherent... sensuousness and sophistication,” while capturing a sense of ethereal transience. This neoclassical piece honours the rhythmic and inevitable cycle of life with grace, depth, and emotional resonance.
World Premiere (TBA)
Choreography: TBA
