Mustard
Narrative Ballet – 50 Minutes
Commissioned & Performed by Ballet Kelowna
World Premiere: February 16, 2024
Adapted from Kat Sandler’s play about the world of imaginary friends
Original score by Owen Belton
Teaser Trailer:
Working with Robert Stephen on the ballet adaptation of “Mustard” was a rare and extraordinary experience. He honoured the emotional core of the play while boldly exploring what movement and music could express beyond language.
Through his imagination, the story sang in a new medium — physicality revealing inner worlds once carried by words. It was thrilling to see the heart of the piece expand and resonate in entirely unexpected ways.
– Kat Sandler, Playwright - Mustard
Extended Trailer:
Kurt Werner and McKeely Borger in "Mustard". Photo: Dave Mai
Desiree Bortolussi and Kurt Werner in "Mustard". Photo: Dave Mai
Artists of Ballet Kelowna in rehearsal for "Mustard". Photo: Abigail Weins
Desiree Bortolussi, Kurt Werner and McKeely Borger in rehearsal for "Mustard". Photo: Abigail Weins
Desiree Bortolussi and McKeely Borger in rehearsal for "Mustard". Photo: Abigail Weins
In Rehearsal with Ballet Kelowna. Photo: Abigail Weins
In Rehearsal with Ballet Kelowna. Photo: Abigail Weins
In Rehearsal with Ballet Kelowna. Photo: Abigail Weins