(HOLMDEL, NJ) -- Bell Theater, located in the iconic Bell Works complex in Holmdel is pleased to present the full-length premiere of One Sweet Dream, a contemporary ballet set to the Beatles’ legendary album Abbey Road. The performance is a co-production between professional dance company Ballet Rȇve and the Axelrod Performing Arts Academy. Performances will take place Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 7:00pm and Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 2:00pm.
This celebration of the Beatles' iconic 1969 album is choreographed and directed by Ballet Rȇve Artistic Director Olivia Miranda. It includes a special performance by guitar duo The Black Ties, the talented artists of Ballet Rȇve, pre-professional dancers from Axelrod Academy and the Axelrod Academy Show Choir.
“The music of the Beatles is so universal, I felt that it would be a really great introduction for people to experience dance and music in a new way,” said Miranda. “I want to make dance less elitist and more accessible to audiences.”
The production has been in development for over two years, with the movement first taking shape during an artistic residency Miranda did in France during the summer of 2024.
“For me, One Sweet Dream is a celebration of what it means to be human—a journey through the peaks and valleys of life,” she said. “At its core, the ballet explores our deep need for connection and reminds us that if we pause, reflect and truly listen, we will discover the melodies within ourselves. By embracing our hardships rather than resisting them, we can transform frustration into something meaningful and beautiful—learning, in the process, how to exist in harmony with the world around us.”
This theme is especially present in Side A, where pieces like Come Together and I Want You (She’s So Heavy) depict characters moving in isolation, dancing for themselves rather than with one another. With Side B, a shift occurs. The mood lifts, and the dancers begin to connect—not only with each other but also with the audience. In moments likeHere Comes the Sun, the choreography reflects a newfound sense of unity and openness.
This event supports Ballet Rȇve’s journey to France to perform at the national festival Châteaux en Fête. Proceeds go toward travel, housing, costumes and production expenses for the talented artists bringing One Sweet Dream to life on an international stage. The Saturday evening performance includes a post-show reception and silent auction for special donors to mingle with the cast, enjoy refreshments and bid on incredible items and experiences.
TICKET PRICES: March 1
* Visionary: $100 (Includes Row 1 Adult Ticket with access to reception and silent auction)
* Believer: $75 (Includes Row 2 Adult Ticket with access to reception and silent auction)
* Dreamer: $50 (Includes Row 3&4 Adult Ticket with access to reception and silent auction)
Regular: $28 | Student: $22
TICKET PRICES: March 2
Premium: $42 | Regular: $28 | Student: $22
For tickets, visit www.belltheater.org/one-sweet-dream. Bell Theater at Bell Works is located at 101 Crawfords Corner Rd., Holmdel, New Jersey.
The Axelrod Performing Arts Center proudly operates Bell Theater, a new cultural hub located at the historic Bell Works in Holmdel, NJ. Opened in the spring of 2024, Bell Theater is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to providing exceptional cultural programming to the community. With plenty of free parking and 300 seats, the theater offers an electrifying slate of performances that include professional Broadway musicals and plays, concerts, comedy, jazz, and family entertainment.
Axelrod Performing Arts Center is also home to the Axelrod Performing Arts Academy (APAA), which offers unique and comprehensive training in dance and theater arts. APAA emphasizes the importance of performance as an essential part of education, ensuring that students gain both practical experience and a deep understanding of the arts. At APAA, we nurture the next generation of performers, providing them with the skills and confidence to succeed on stage and beyond.
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