The Sleeping Beauty Ballet will be performed by Longview Ballet Theater

Longview Ballet Theatre and seven professional guest dancers from New York and Miami will bring the romantic fairy tale "Sleeping Beauty" to the Belcher Performing Arts Center on the campus of Letourneau University in Longview on March 8 and 9 for two performances.

The ballet brings to life the story about a young princess, Aurora, cursed by Carabosse, an evil fairy, and the handsome prince who rescues Aurora. This timeless classic features breathtaking Russian Tutus, handpainted costumes sparkling with crystals, a playful cat, enchanted trees, forest fairies and much more. This is a ballet, which will delight children and adults with its magical setting and glamorous costumes.

"We are excited to be performing in the Belcher Center for the first time," said Longview Ballet Theatre's founder and Artistic Director, Pat George Mitchell. "This will be a wonderful experience for the audience, watching the charming story of "Sleeping Beauty" unfold on this superb stage at the Belcher Performing Arts Center."

Tickets are available online at www.belchercenter.com or by calling the box office at the Belcher Center at 903-233- 3080.