On Wednesday, February 23rd, RWB was thrilled to host The Wonderland Collection: A Fashion Show Event Inspired by RWB’s Newest Creation featuring original costumes by Anne Armit and the RWB Wardrobe Department, make-up designs by MAC Cosmetics, and Company dancers on the runway. Wonderland choreographer Shawn Hounsell was joined along the Cheshire catwalk  by the who’s-who of Winnipeg’s style scene and members of the media for this mash-up of ballet meets fantasy meets haute couture.  Popular jewelry designer Hilary Druxman was also in attendance to officially launch a custom-designed charm inspired by Wonderland. 

Following the fashion show, Jeff Herd, RWB’s Executive Director, announced the RWB’s 72^nd anniversary season in Winnipeg on behalf of RWB's Artistic Director André Lewis. A perfect blend of old and new repertoire, classical and contemporary styles, familiar artists and new faces, the RWB’s 2011-2012 season will touch the hearts and minds of Winnipeg audiences.

Click here to learn more about the RWB's thrilling 2011-2012 season

Top left: Tristan Dobrowney
Top Right: Yayoi Ezawa and Carrie Broda
Bottom LEFT: Alexander Gamayunov
Photos by Rheo Catt
Bottom Right: TARA BIRTWHISTLE
PHOTO: MICHELLE BLAIS

Tweedles and a Hare
Originally Posted: Febuary 24, 2011

In this episode, we meet Wonderland's Tweedle Dee & Tweedle Dum, also known as RWB Company dancers Tristan Dobrowney & Thiago Dos Santos. Why do the Flamingos hate them?  Tune in to find out!  What's more, Principal Dancer Vanessa Lawson explains why the March Hare is the strangest role of her career.

Once again the RWB is collaborating with popular Winnipeg jewelry designer Hilary Druxman! Hilary has designed a charm inspired by the RWB’s new creation of Wonderland.

The Wonderland charm is $30 and is on sale now at the Hilary Druxman Store – 258 McDermot Ave – and on her website at www.hilarydruxman.com

The piece can also be purchased at the Centennial Concert Hall during the run of Wonderland. 100% of net proceeds from each piece sold support the RWB.

This is the perfect Valentine’s Day gift. Get yours now!