DANCE

New Program at the Boston Center for Adult Education Offers Theater-Goers
a Behind-the-Scenes Look at Local Theaters and Performances

WHAT: From the warm islands of the South Pacific, to the romantic cobble-stone streets in Italy, no destination is too far or wide for the Boston Center for Adult Education (BCAE)! This fall the BCAE is at it again, this time offering theater-goers near and far a chance to get a behind-the-scenes look at some of the most talked-about shows in Boston and the theaters that they are held in at the new class series, “Behind the Curtain.”

Last month students entered the historic doors of the Boston Opera House where they were given an exclusive tour of one of the city’s most storied theaters, and afterwards were “flown” to French Polynesia for a specially discounted performance of South Pacific compliments of Broadway Across America.

On Thursday, November 10th, 2011, escape to fair Verona during a performance of Romeo and Juliet, complete with an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Boston Ballet headquarters, one of the largest and best-equipped dance spaces in the country. Students will witness the magic that makes the performance while touring the headquarters, costume shop and rehearsal space before putting the splendor of it all together at a performance of Romeo and Juliet at the Boston Opera House! The enchantment continues after the show, as students are invited to the official after party, Offstage, at BiNA osteria where they’ll mingle with the performers and Ballet patrons.

WHERE: Boston Ballet, The Boston Opera House and BiNa osteria
WHEN: Thursday November 10th, 2011 from 5:00PM - 11:00PM; 1 session.

5:00PM-6:30PM: Group meets at the Boston Ballet headquarters, 19 Clarendon St. Boston, 02116.
7:00PM-9:30PM: Exclusive viewing of Romeo and Juliet at The Boston Opera House located at 539 Washington St, Boston MA 02111
10:00 to 11:00PM: Offstage, post performance after-party with Boston Ballet dancers and patrons at BiNA osteria, 581 Washington Street Boston, MA 02111

COST: $75 Members/ Nonmembers

RSVP: Registration is necessary. Please visit www.bcae.org or call the Boston Center for Adult Education at 617-267-4430 to sign up.

ADDITIONAL: Due to our special arrangements with Boston Ballet and The Boston Opera House, registrations for this class are final: no refunds or transfers allowed, and no credit will be issued for withdrawals. Class meets at Boston Ballet, 19 Clarendon St. Boston, 02116.

About the Boston Center for Adult Education:
Founded in 1933, the Boston Center for Adult Education (BCAE) is the first, nonprofit adult education center in New England. The Boston Center for Adult Education serves as a meeting place for the Boston community to gather, learn, discuss and create. The BCAE offers educational classes taught by well-qualified leaders, staff, and volunteers who share the mission of enhancing our community. Today the BCAE teaches classes in Boston for almost every interest. Students can experience everything from yoga, photography, belly dancing, and stand-up comedy, to scotch tasting, cooking, achieving financial freedom, ESL classes and much more. The BCAE also offers interactive programming for children and their caregivers, through their child enrichment program, Bean City Kids. At their recently renovated headquarters on Arlington Street (Boston, MA) you'll find professional grade kitchens, top-notch technology, and versatile classroom space with free Wi-Fi. The BCAE offers a variety of personal and corporate membership levels with benefits including discounted tuition costs and discounts on local retailers. Browse classes, become a member, or support the BCAE online at bcae.org. The BCAE is located at 122 Arlington Street, Boston MA 02116. The BCAE administrative offices are open Monday- Friday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM. The Student Services office is open Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM-7:00 PM and Friday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM. The BCAE is open on weekends during class times only.