⭐️ “Dani Rowe’s UnSaid pas de deux is a masterpiece. I was watching it yesterday holding my breath the whole time, and I realized people around were breathless too. Must See!” - Audience Member ⭐️
Principal Artists Eva Burton and John-Paul Simoens give voice to the unspoken in this deeply vulnerable pas de deux.
Tickets at obt.org.
PRINCESS AND THE PEA 👑
With RUBIES and UNSAID
April 3 - 11 | Newmark Theatre
📸: Eva Burton and John-Paul Simoens by @_runthisblock_
#ballet #dance #pasdedeux #portland #art
Had an amazing opening night surrounded by IMMENSE talent here at @festivalpaaxgnp@jlind1197 and I had the privelege of bringing the harrowing pas de deux, 'Unsaid' by @_danirowe_ to the audience here in Mexico. With live musicians so incredible I don't even know how to properly compliment them, I am thankful to @zeynepozsuca_pianist and @jgarbarg for allowing us the chance to exist within your music.
My utmost gratitude to @wheeldony for this entire, unforgettable experience.
As @sfballet is gearing up to open "Broken Wings" by @annabellelopezochoa tonight, I am finding myself reminiscing on my performances a year ago.
I was brought in as a guest artist by @rojotamara which gave me the chance to dance once more with all of my friends and family at SFB, an opportunity I will never forget.
I am so thankful for this career.
Apparently my butts gone "viral"
Should I release a limited run of prints? Who would buy?
This painting is from 2020, I guess I always knew this was coming.
We are honored to introduce your new Oregon Ballet Theatre Principal Dancer, John-Paul Simoens! 🎉
Following our incredible GISELLE run, John-Paul Simoens has been promoted from Soloist to Principal Dancer. We have been blown away by his commitment to the art form and to OBT, and we’re thrilled to have him leading us into the future! 👏
From OBT Artistic Director Dani Rowe, “John-Paul Simoens has not just been promoted to Principal —he has become one. Being a principal dancer is not only about commanding the stage but about cherishing the spaces between the steps, where the deepest artistry lives. He has found meaning in the subtlest of gestures, embodying each role with rare depth and sincerity. An extraordinary partner, he gives selflessly, elevating those around him. His preparation is thoughtful, meticulous, and quietly relentless, a pursuit of excellence that never wavers. I am so proud to see him step into this role as a leader at OBT, grateful to support him, and eager for all that is to come.”
A remarkable and well-deserved achievement for a truly dedicated and powerful dancer!
From all of us here at OBT— CONGRATULATIONS JP! ❤️
📸: 1. John-Paul Simoens in GISELLE by James McGrew 2. John-Paul Simoens and Jessica Lind in GISELLE rehearsals by Blaine Truitt Covert 3. John-Paul Simoens in Loughlan Prior’s HANSEL AND GRETEL 4. John-Paul Simoens and Eva Burton in Christopher Stowell’s SWAN LAKE rehearsals by Blaine Truitt Covert 5. John-Paul Simoens and Bailey Shaw in Trey McIntyre’s PETER PAN by James McGrew 6. John-Paul Simoens in GISELLE rehearsals by Blaine Truitt Covert 7. John-Paul Simoens in GISELLE rehearsals by Blaine Truitt Covert 8. OBT Artistic Director and John-Paul Simoens by Stephanie Chadwick 9. Video of John-Paul Simoens’ promotion by Stephanie Chadwick
#principal #principaldancer #dancer #ballet #johnpaulsimoens #oregonballettheatre #portland #balletpromotion #giselle #congratulations @_danirowe_@jpsimoens
Giselle
By @tiithelimets and @_danirowe_
Had some of the most memorable stage experiences of my entire career in the last two weeks. I'm glad to be on the other side of all the shows, but I know I'll miss it forever.
@oregon.ballet.theatre
Just wrapped one of my favorite performances in recent memory!!
I am so glad to have been a part of @prior_visual 's Hansel and Gretel US premier. It's one hell of a ballet.
Many, many thanks to @jlind1197 for being so present, captivating, and compelling to dance with.
📸: @jingziphotography
Hansel & Gretel tonight!! @oregon.ballet.theatre@jlind1197
We have been having such a great time putting this one together. Thank you, @prior_visual , for your whimsically dark storytelling.
📸: by Blaine Truitt Covert
