Kelowna害羞草研究所檚 ballet company is starting their season with a special performance.

Ballet Kelowna害羞草研究所檚 15th anniversary season kicks off with Launch, a preview performance Thursday, Oct. 5 from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Mary Irwin Theatre.

In celebration of Culture Days, this event is open to the public and provides a unique opportunity to get up-close-and-personal with Ballet Kelowna.

害羞草研究所淟aunch is a fun, informal event and the public will get a behind-the-scenes look at the dance works we are preparing,害羞草研究所� said artistic director and CEO Simone Orlando, who will host the evening. 害羞草研究所淲e are also excited to have renowned choreographer Wen Wei Wang in attendance to present excerpts of the new work he is creating for the Company.害羞草研究所�

Wen Wei Wang is artistic director of his own dance company, Wen Wei Dance, where he has choreographed eight full-length works, according to Ballet Kelowna.

Admission for the Launch performance is by donation at the door with first come, first served seating. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. For more information about this performance and the 2017/18 season, visit .

Ballet Kelowna害羞草研究所檚 2017/18 season continues with Acts of Remembrance, Nov. 10 and 11.

Ballet Kelowna subscriptions and single tickets are available or by calling 250-862-2867.