Red Bull Flying Bach!

September 25–27, 2015
4–8 pm
Chicago Theatre 175 N State St
Chicago, IL 60601
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CHICAGO (August 4, 2015) – After countless performances around the world and six sold-out shows in Chicago last summer, the celebrated and distinguished dance crew The Flying Steps and Red Bull Flying Bach will return to the U.S. this fall for an exclusive engagement. After a groundswell of ticket sales, the tour will add a Sunday matinee performance to the two already-announced dates at the historic Chicago Theatre (175 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601) on September 25-26 earlier this year.

We get it: You’re thinking, “Uh, Bach and breakdancing don’t go well together.” Well, the four-time breakdance world champions The Flying Steps and opera director Christoph Hagel would like to prove the contrary with their breathtaking performance, Red Bull Flying Bach. Using an interpretation of Johann Sebastian Bach’s “The Well-Tempered Clavier,” the show combines Bach’s classical masterpiece with modern beats and clever choreography, dazzling audiences while they shift the borders between classical and urban culture. Expect a powerhouse production that’s equal parts visual amusement and delightful sound.

The show itself is a beautiful blend of the minds of Artistic Directors Vartan Bassil (choreography) and Christoph Hagel (piano, musical director). Swedish ballerina Anna Holmström joins the seven male breakdancers of The Flying Steps, fusing key elements of urban dance culture with precision ballet.

Red Bull Flying Bach Chicago will be three performances only: Friday and Saturday evenings, September 25th and 26th at 8:00pm and now Sunday, September 27^th at 4:00 p.m. Tickets for all three shows range from $29.50 – $99.50 and can be purchased right now by visiting The Chicago Theatre box office, all Ticketmaster outlets and Ticketmaster phone charge (1.800.745.3000), as well as online at thechicagotheatre.com and ticketmaster.com.