Frills and thrills at Boston Ballet

A French comedy and the powerhouse women of Boston Ballet shone on opening night Kaleidoscope last week. The four-piece program of 20th-Century choreographers showcased the company's diverse skill-set, with especially stunning performances from the ladies. From Balanchine to the can-can, Kaleidoscope was too much fun to justify it being a Thursday night. Principals Lia Cirio and Dusty Button started off the night, leading George Balanchine's "Kammermusik No. 2" with Principal Dancers Paulo Arra

A French comedy and the powerhouse women of Boston Ballet shone on opening night Kaleidoscope last week. The four-piece program of 20th-Century choreographers showcased the company's diverse skill-set, with especially stunning performances from the ladies. From Balanchine to the can-can, Kaleidoscope was too much fun to justify it being a Thursday night. Principals Lia Cirio and Dusty Button started off the night, leading George Balanchine's "Kammermusik No. 2" with Principal Dancers Paulo Arra…