Louisville Ballet
February 1 and 2 at Kentucky Performing Arts Center’s Whitney Theatre
In commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the end of the Holocaust, Louisville Ballet presents A Time Remembered, a poignant production featuring two powerful works that bring to life the stories of survival: Another Sunrise, a 30-minute opera based on the experiences of Krystyna Zywulska, and Light / The Holocaust & Humanity Project, a ballet inspired by the life of Naomi Warren. Together, these performances take audiences on a profound journey through stories of unimaginable loss, extraordinary resilience, and the healing power of the human spirit.
The first act features a one-woman opera, Another Sunrise, which tells the story of Krystyna Zywulska, who survived Auschwitz-Birkenau. While in the camp, Krystyna began to write satiric poems and songs that became camp anthems of resistance. Another Sunrise is being performed by Kentucky Opera.
The second act, Light / The Holocaust and Humanity Project, takes the audience through Naomi Warren’s journey, from a vibrant family with rich traditions to utter dehumanization, while showcasing her courage, resilience, and hope. Created and choreographed by Stephen Mills of Ballet Austin, this full-length contemporary dance combines powerful movement and storytelling to reflect on humanity's capacity for destruction and survival.
“When we speak about the Holocaust, we can quickly be overcome by the complexity of its history. The significance of this project comes at a critical time. Telling this story is more important and urgent than ever, as world events, misinformation, and the passage of time erode our collective memory.” – Leslie Smart, Louisville Ballet Chief Executive Officer.
A Time Remembered is made possible by generous gifts from the Jewish Heritage Fund and the Auerbach Family. The production is dedicated to the late Minx Auerbach, a compassionate community leader and staunch supporter of arts and education.
“Through A Time Remembered, we see the arts as a bridge for fostering understanding and acceptance,” said Jeff Polson, President and CEO of the Jewish Heritage Fund. “We’re proud to support this effort to build connections, honor survivors, and ensure that the lessons of the Holocaust continue to inspire empathy and unity.”
In addition to the performance, in partnership with the Speed Museum, Louisville Ballet will host a screening of FINDING LIGHT, a powerful documentary film by Paul Michael Bloodgood. This film uses dance to explore the urgent need for human rights protections against bigotry and hate, delving into Light / The Holocaust & Humanity Project by Stephen Mills, choreographer and Artistic Director of Ballet Austin. Bloodgood, a former Ballet Austin dancer, was part of the original cast for the ballet's world premiere. Following the screening, Bloodgood and Mills will participate in a talk-back moderated by Dr. Ann Glazer Niren, Curator of Jewish Collections at the Filson Historical Society. The film will be presented at the Speed Art Museum on Sunday, January 26, at 3 pm as part of their Cinema+ program.
A Time Remembered will be performed on February 1 at 8 pm, February 2 at 2 pm, and 8 pm at the Kentucky Performing Arts Center’s Whitney Theatre. A Remembrance Dinner honoring the late Minx Auerbach will be held on Sunday, February 2 at 5 pm at the Galt House. The dinner is $600 per person and includes tickets to the 8 pm performance. For more information, visit Louisville Ballet's A Time Remembered.
Due to the subject matter, this performance is recommended for audiences 12 years and older.
For additional information and to schedule time for a rehearsal viewing the week of 1/13 and 1/20, please contact: Arricka Dunsford at (502) 632-5358.
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