Article: Ballet takes 'Pan' on enchanting flight.(SATURDAY)(RAINBOW REVIEW: BALLET)

Byline: Andy Tonken, SPECIAL TO THE WASHINGTON TIMES

By Andy Tonken, age 15, George Mason High School, Falls Church

It did not surprise me to see excellent dancers at the Washington Ballet's "Peter Pan" Jan. 31. This ensemble of dedicated dancers, who have wowed audiences with their seasonal performance of "The Nutcracker," amazed their audience again with "Peter Pan."

Artistic Director Septime Webre was asked in a post-performance discussion, "How does the flying work?" To this, Mr. Webre responded simply, "Pixie dust."

The 20-person cast, with Mr. Webre's classical ballet choreography and help from "Flying by Foy," brought to life ...

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