Ice Theatre is a branch of figure skating that combines technical jumps and spins with unique choreography, ice dancing, pairs moves, synchronized skating, and theater to tell a story or act out an emotion or idea. It is a relatively new branch of figure skating and can refer to both a competitive discipline for amateur or recreational skaters, as well as professional skating ensembles that perform classical ballet and modern dance on ice in a concert or show setting, much like a professional dance troupe. Some examples of professional skating ensembles include the John Curry Company, Ice Theatre of New York, The Next Ice Age, Seattle Ice Theatre, Ice-Semble Chicago, and American Ice Theatre.
However, it is important to note that "Ice Theatre" can also refer to a technology used in movie theaters. The ICE IMMERSIVE® technology is activated before the movie starts, so viewers can discover film trailers in total immersion. This technology is used in ICE THEATERS®, which integrate the latest technologies in immersive sound using a Dolby Atmos solution at the highest level.
In summary, Ice Theatre can refer to a branch of figure skating that combines technical skating with theater, or a technology used in movie theaters to create an immersive cinema experience.
