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Olympic Figure Skater Yuna Kim dances alongside members of the Korean National Ballet in this ad for Google Gemini.
MARIE ANTOINETTE: Vampire Queen of Versailles (World Premiere)
MAR. 27–29, 2026 | LONG CENTER
Concept & Choreography | Stephen Mills
Commissioned by The Butler New Choreography Endowment
CINEMATIC TRAILER CREDITS
Director • Producer • Editor | Paul Michael Bloodgood
Copyright © 2026 Ballet Austin Incorporated. All rights reserved.
Can Saint Louis Ballet’s Matthew Rusk and Michael Burke identify Cinderella by just her pointe shoes?
After four decades away from French stages, Dance Theatre of Harlem is back in Paris—and making history once again. On arts24, Eve Jackson sits down with dancers Alexandra Hutchinson and Lindsey Donnell as they bring the company’s groundbreaking legacy to the Palais des Congrès de Paris. Born in 1969 in the wake of Martin Luther King Jr’s assassination, the company was founded on a belief: ballet belongs to everyone.
Romeo & Juliet Suite director and choreographer Benjamin Millepied sheds light on his site-specific reinterpretation of Prokofiev’s iconic ballet, including his decision to tell the story through “live cinema” and his use of gender-blind casting for the star-crossed lead characters.
New York Premiere
Romeo & Juliet Suite
Benjamin Millepied | L.A. Dance Project
March 2–21, 2026
Othello is a sweeping, three-act dance from American Ballet Theatre that reimagines Shakespeare’s tragic tale of jealousy and betrayal through the bold choreography of Lar Lubovitch and an original score by Elliot Goldenthal. The dance tells the story of the Moorish General Othello, who is manipulated by Iago, a soldier in Othello’s ranks, into believing that his beloved wife, Desdemona, has been unfaithful. Consumed by jealousy and rage, Othello spirals into madness, ultimately killing Desdemona before learning the truth of her innocence.
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Susan Jaffe, Moderator, Artistic Director, American Ballet Theatre
Lar Lubovitch, Choreographer, Artistic Director, Lar Lubovitch Dance Company
AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE DANCERS
Madison Brown, Corps de Ballet
Fangqi Li, Soloist
Andrew Robare, Corps de Ballet
Calvin Royal III, Principal Dancer
James Whiteside, Principal Dancer
Luke H. Woods, ABT Stage Manager
This cinematic invitation is lush, bold, and unapologetically Miami—welcoming you into the heart of Miami City Ballet and the city they call home.
Celebrate 40 years of Miami City Ballet with Into the Magic City (Feb 20–Mar 1), a winter program featuring the world premiere of Alexei Ratmansky’s Roses from the South, Three Waltzes for Toby—created in honor of the 85th birthday of its founder, Toby Lerner Ansin.
Filmed in collaboration with our friends at The Villa Casa Casuarina (the former Versace Mansion). Special thank you to Vizcaya Museum and Gardens.
The inaugural season of a new ballet podcast just began, featuring long-form interviews with the world’s premier dance artists. Check out the trailer!
Cynthia Erivo strips “No Good Deed” down to its emotional core—her voice soaring over the haunting simplicity of a violin and cello. Joining her is legendary ballerina Misty Copeland, whose movement radiates depth, power, and vulnerability, capturing the song’s raw intensity as she steps into a bold new era following her final bow at the American Ballet Theatre.
This raw new interpretation takes “No Good Deed” in a strikingly different direction from the version audiences will hear in Wicked: For Good. Recorded live, the performance unites two artistic luminaries in perfect sync—a cinematic fusion of music and movement that embodies grace, strength and transformation.
Performed Live by: Cynthia Erivo & Misty Copeland
Directed by: Lauren Finerman
Choreographer: Kyle Abraham
At the University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA), students don’t just learn about great works of art, they bring them to life alongside the artists who helped shape them. In this behind-the-scenes look at Firebird, UNCSA dance students collaborate with original members of Dance Theatre of Harlem, exploring the legacy of Stravinsky’s timeless ballet while discovering their own artistic voices.
Through mentorship from DTH legends Donald Williams and Charmaine Hunter, and guidance from UNCSA Dean of Dance Endalyn T. Outlaw, students experienced what it means to connect across generations of artistry—learning not only choreography, but also resilience, discipline, and creative expression.
This partnership is a collaboration between the Dance Theatre of Harlem, the UNCSA Schools of Dance, Music and Design & Production, and the Thomas S. Kenan Institute for the Arts.
“[Jamar] wanted to express the contradiction between the beauty of the natural world, and against that, the rapid technological evolution that is happening.”—Iris van Herpen
Filmmaker Diana Markosian takes us behind the scenes of Foreseeable Future, with choreography by Jamar Roberts and costumes by Iris van Herpen, which premiered at New York City Ballet’s Fall Fashion Gala and returns on the Contemporary Choreography I program.
In this episode of The Studio, Cincinnati Ballet artists and crew take us backstage during theatre week for The Kaplan New Works Series.
The dancers in Breathless are symbols of the themes that run through every relationship, such as balance, power, trust, and greed. The film is created as an infinite loop and shot in a fully enclosed circular space, reflecting the cyclical nature of life and relationships.
Choreographers: Nicholas Shoesmith & Madeline Squire
Director: Eve McConnachie
Dancers: Harvey Littlefield & Evan Loudon
Music: Carlo Ascrizzi Supported by Burness Paull
This powerful new digital ballet, Abyss, delves into mental health and the desire to escape one’s own mind. The work presents a thought-provoking experience that combines stunning choreography, evocative music and an intimate, cinematic approach to the storytelling through dance.
Abyss features Company Dancers Jaison McClendon and Anneliese Guerin, and is set to the timeless Concerto in D minor- II. Adagio by Johann Sebastian Bach, performed by renowned pianist Alessandra Volpi.
Filmed in the heart of Nashville, the production takes full advantage of the stunning capabilities of the Kingswood Production Studio on 12th Ave. South with video director Chad Driver at the helm.
The iconic Merce Cunningham and the last generation of his dance company is stunningly profiled in Alla Kovgan’s documentary.
Doppelgänger Dances explores aspects of doubles. I’ve long had a fascination with doppelgänger stories (those written by Dostoevsky, Gogol, and Poe in particular): the conflicted soul, the intertwined dance of good and evil, questioned reality; and the musical use of the double: a variation, usually twice as fast as the original movement, with notable practitioners such as Bach, Handel and Biber, among many others. In my piece, I play with the idea of musical doubles, creating variations on thematic material quoted from my earlier composition, William Wilson, which includes text and takes its title from Edgar Allan Poe’s doppelgänger tale. Doppelgänger Dances was written for my better half, violinist Michael Jinsoo Lim. —Melia Watras
Dancer turned director Ezra Hurwitz and Ailey II artistic director Francesca Harper feature movement as museum pieces against the Whitney Museum of American Art’s striking architecture for short film Echoes of Ailey. Commissioned to celebrate Edges of Ailey, the film accompanies the first large-scale exhibition on the life and enduring legacy of visionary artist and choreographer Alvin Ailey, currently on view at the Whitney.
Animating iconic images from Alvin Ailey’s 20th-century repertory, the film expands on the exhibition by constructing a visual narrative around his storytelling and influences. Set to Radiohead’s “Everything In Its Right Place,” dancers from the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Ailey II, and The Ailey School capture the emotional core of the company’s history—physically situating Ailey’s masterworks amongst the Whitney’s collection.
OBT2, the highest level of OBT School, serves as OBT’s second company of 12–15 dancers, providing a high-level training to facilitate the transition from student to professional dancer with consistent performance experience with our main company. Participation is one to two years; students’ placement in the program is evaluated every year.
75 years of New York City Ballet. Where do we begin to express the magnitude of this moment? Take it from the source as a collective of NYCB artists and affiliates spanning generations endeavors to quantify the scope of the institution’s legacy.
The Olympic Flame and ballet come together. The Cultural Olympiad carried by Paris 2024 transformed the Place de la Bastille into an open-air stage, featuring Swans from Nureyev’s ballet Swan Lake.
As Dance Theatre of Harlem joyously commemorates 55 years of Arthur Mitchell’s enduring legacy, and what would have been his 90th birthday, their 2024 New York Season celebrates the indelible mark he left on the world of dance.
Fans of Ru Paul’s Drag Race will immediately recognize season 14’s majestic contestant Lady Camden in this dance profile directed by filmmaker Luke Willis. I Don’t Need a Reason is one of six collaborative short films, which Willis has directed to accompany specific episodes from the current season.
As New York City Ballet celebrates the Evolution of their Company’s artistry this winter, audiences will bear witness to the evolution of an artist when Principal Dancer Tiler Peck presents her choreographic debut for NYCB.
The joy of The Nutcracker has found its way into The White House this holiday season! Enjoy some toe-tapping fun as you celebrate the season.
Frontiers explores outdated gender norms inherent in the classical ballet industry. Directed by Eve McConnachie and choreographed by San Francisco Ballet dancer Myles Thatcher, the short film is set to ‘Make a Move’ from Edinburgh based artist Callum Easter’s debut album.
Swan Song, a new feature documentary following the creation of Karen Kain’s farewell production of Swan Lake.
Let’s take it back to 1948 with this iconic ballet in miniature from The Red Shoes, starring the unforgettable Moira Shearer.
Performing the 2022 work’s central solo with direction by Saela Davis and Anna Rose Holmer, Principal Dancer Taylor Stanley takes center stage, dancing amidst the beaux-arts grandeur of the Weylin in Williamsburg.
A new film soon to come to Disney+ follows Anthony Madu as he leaves his family and community in Nigeria to study in England.
The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and Nashville Ballet celebrated the centennial birthday of the late Country Music Hall of Fame member Chet Atkins by co-creating this original ballet performance video, set to Atkins’s recording of “Jitterbug Waltz” from the 1959 album “Chet Atkins in Hollywood.”
Explore the history of The Joffrey Ballet, from being the first dance company to perform at The White House to creating a ballet set to rock music, the Joffrey has surely left a mark on the history of dance.
A heartfelt video tribute to Stanton Welch’s 20 Years leading Houston Ballet.
Infuse your day with fresh energy by meeting the dancers of the American Ballet Theatre Studio Company in this lighthearted and irresistibly toe-tapping film.
Back for a second year, the Sensory Friendly Nutcracker performance is designed to create a welcoming performing arts experience for people with autism, sensory input disorders, sensory sensitivities, or other physical, cognitive, or developmental disabilities, and their families, friends, and caretakers.
Teasers of upcoming performances + season & ballet trailers
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Get to know Cinderella’s Fairy Godmother and the four fairies—Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter—that make her wish come true in Gen Horiuchi’s Cinderella.
On the heels of her acclaimed Winter 2024 ballet Concerto for Two Pianos, Principal Dancer Tiler Peck’s newest choreographic commission for the company will premiere at the 2026 Spring Gala on May 7. Set to Édouard Lalo’s Symphonie Espagnole, the ballet employs a cast of over 30 dancers and two esteemed violinists, Hilary Hahn and Tai Murray, who will alternate as soloists with the company’s orchestra.
Video Director: Ezra Hurwitz
DP: Violet Smith
Post House: Wildchild Content
EP/Founder: Yvette Pineyro
Editor/Sound Design: Ian Wallace
VFX: Ira Morris at Finalbyte
Mix: Shane O’Connell
Headlining this vibrant mixed bill is a co-production with The Joffrey Ballet: Dani Rowe’s Princess and the Pea, a playful and rebellious twist on a classic tale. Also on the program is George Balanchine’s dazzling and dynamic Rubies and Rowe’s compelling duet, UnSaid.
VIDEO CREDITS
Princess and the Pea footage courtesy of The Joffrey Ballet. Rubies footage featuring Nicholas Kosanovich-Ware and Ruth Langill. UnSaid footage featuring Jessica Lind and John-Paul Simoens. Video editing by Matthew Tomac.
We’re thrilled to announce Pacific Northwest Ballet’s 2026/27 lineup! Enjoy world premieres, iconic contemporary works, enchanting story ballets, and so much more.
On her sixteenth birthday, a cursed princess dances with her suitors—until the prick of a finger changes everything. Set to Tchaikovsky’s enchanting score, Christopher Stowell’s fairytale ballet marries tour-de-force dancing with sumptuous sets and costumes to create a story that will steal your heart.
The Sleeping Beauty | Feb 13–21
OBT Dancers | Video by Matthew Tomac/Run This Block
Ballet Austin invites you to join us for one unforgettable night, Thursday, April 23rd from 7:30–9 PM at Austin’s historic Paramount Theatre, as we honor Artistic Director Stephen Mills—for his vision and artistic contributions to Austin’s creative identity over the past 25 years.
STEPHEN MILLS…A TRIBUTE will feature special appearances/live performances by longtime collaborators, including award-winning composer Graham Reynolds and Grammy Award winner Ray Benson (Asleep at the Wheel), select performances by members of Ballet Austin’s Company dancers, and a performance by BA TWO. With surprises woven throughout, this heartfelt celebration promises to be joy-filled, and truly unforgettable!
Video by PAUL MICHAEL BLOODGOOD Copyright © 2026 Ballet Austin Incorporated. All rights reserved.
The Seattle Times calls Kent Stowell’s Cinderella “warm and joyous and deeply moving.” This ballet combines the story you know and love with spectacular choreography, Prokofiev’s familiar score, and superb design. Travel with Cinderella from her wistful fireside, through a magical fairyland, to a dazzling palace ball. Let yourself be swept away by this fairytale packed with romance, humor, and beauty—performed by Pacific Northwest Ballet January 30–February 8.
George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker returns to brighten your holidays! Experience the sparkle, dancing, music, and magic that only The Nutcracker can bring. Pacific Northwest Ballet will be decking the halls (McCaw Hall, that is) and putting on the greatest show in town, all you need are your tickets. Gather your friends and family for the Northwest’s favorite holiday tradition, a treat you’ll savor all season long.
GEORGE BALANCHINE’S THE NUTCRACKER
Nov 28–Dec 28, 2025
Join Oregon Ballet Theatre this December for George Balanchine’s THE NUTCRACKER®! When Marie’s mysterious godfather gives her a magical Nutcracker that comes to life, Marie and her Nutcracker Prince set off on an unforgettable Christmas Eve adventure to the Land of Sweets.
Ballet Austin’s 63rd annual production of The Nutcracker is a dazzling spectacle filled with magic, wonder, and timeless charm.
Trailer by Paul Michael Bloodgood
Copyright © 2025 Ballet Austin Incorporated. All rights reserved.
Cincinnati Ballet Artistic Director Cervilio Miguel Amador introduces The Great Gatsby, from its fun choreography to some guest artists and brand new technology onstage.
Go behind the scenes of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s 2025 season photoshoot. This photoshoot marks Ms. Graf Mack’s first official photoshoot as Artistic Director—photographed by world-renowned photographer Andrew Eccles, whose iconic images have defined Ailey’s visual legacy for decades.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to the New York City Center stage from December 3, 2025–January 4, 2026 for a five-week engagement. Get updates on the New York City Center season >>
Filmed & edited: Alice Castro
From Paul Taylor Dance Company Artistic Director Michael Novak comes a brilliant season full of dynamic and richly textured artistry. Featuring World Premieres by Lauren Lovette and Robert Battle, a NY Premiere by Hope Boykin, and twelve unforgettable dances by founder Paul Taylor.
Step into two worlds, brought together on one stage. Ballet Idaho opens its 53rd season with a world premiere unlike any other. Sherlock, choreographed by Penny Saunders, takes its cues from Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s enduring detective. Through layered voices, cinematic soundscapes, and striking choreography, Saunders conjures suspense, wit, and suffrage-era London in a bold new ballet created in close collaboration with Ballet Idaho’s Artistic Associate Director, Anne Mueller.
Balancing this new creation is Giselle, one of the Romantic era’s most timeless works. In this haunting Act II, Giselle transcends into the afterlife as a Wili after her heart is broken. Amidst moonlit forests and ethereal corps of women, love, betrayal, and forgiveness unfold in choreography both technically virtuosic and emotionally charged. Together, these two works reveal the spectrum of what ballet can be: contemporary storytelling paired with classical tradition.
Deep in Transylvania, a monster lives in a castle, hungrily capturing women to take as his brides. When Dracula steals Svetlana, she fights back, certain her fiancé is coming to rescue her. But will he be too late? Back by popular demand, Ben Stevenson’s lavish, haunting ballet combines drama and fantasy in a spectacle worthy of Broadway.
Choreographer Alexa Capareda takes you inside the story of Maria and the Mouse Deer.
Video produced by Paul Michael Bloodgood and Jazz Collins.
Go inside the studio with Ballet Austin Artistic Director Stephen Mills and see how the “grim” stories of Grimm Tales take shape through movement.
Video directed by Paul Michael Bloodgood and edited by Jazz Collins.
Experience the dazzling return of George Balanchine’s Jewels. This trio of ballets features glittering scenic and costume design by Jérôme Kaplan and a perfect assortment of quintessential Balanchine choreography. Emeralds evokes French elegance, Rubies brings the glamor and jazz of America, and Diamonds recalls the grandeur of Balanchine’s native St. Petersburg.
Twyla Tharp’s American masterpiece Nine Sinatra Songs is still sharp 40 years after its premiere. In it, Tharp effortlessly floats between dance genres, set to the familiar strains of Frank Sinatra hits. Two pieces from innovative choreographers Rena Butler and PNB’s own Kiyon Ross round out the program, and promise to connect us with our inner desires while allowing us to touch the stars.
You won’t want to wait to purchase your tickets to Boston Ballet’s Roméo et Juliette!
Video of Jeffrey Cirio and Ji Young Chae by Ernesto Galan
Check out Oregon Ballet Theatre’s 2025–26 Season!
Dancers: Eva Burton, Hannah Davis, Lauren Flower, Leigh Goldberger, Nicholas Kosanovich-Ware, Ruth Langill, Isaac Lee, Ruby Mae Lefebvre, Zuzu Metzler, Charlotte Nash, Juliette Ochoa, Cyrus Shaskan, Bailey Shaw
Cinematography: Matthew Tomac/ Run This Block
Aurora and Carabosse Hair and Make-Up: Terri Lodge
All Other Hair and Make-Up: Kerrin Birchenough
Check out Ballet Austin’s 2025–26 Season!
Video by Paul Michael Bloodgood.
Boston Ballet reaches for the stars in the 2025–2026 season with an ambitious slate of spectacular dance. Whether you love getting swept away by the classics or enjoy the energy of the Experiences, dare to dream as they embark on this visionary season.
Video by Ernesto Galan
The original star-crossed lovers are back on the McCaw Hall stage. Jean-Christophe Maillot’s adaptation of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet distills this tragedy to its most moving, timeless core. Watch as young love blooms, grows, and overwhelms in this magnetic refresh of the classic story. Featuring emotional performances by PNB Company dancers and Prokofiev’s powerful score masterfully rendered by the PNB Orchestra, you won’t want to miss this spring offering.
Get ready for sparkle, charm, tragedy, and so much more next season at Pacific Northwest Ballet.
1️⃣ George Balanchine’s JEWELS
2️⃣ IN THE UPPER ROOM
In the Upper Room // The Window // World Premiere by PNB Company dancers Christopher D’Ariano and Amanda Morgan
3️⃣ CINDERELLA
4️⃣ FIREBIRD
Firebird // Little mortal jump // Red Angels
5️⃣ GISELLE
6️⃣ ALL LANG
Her Door to the Sky // Ghost Variations // ZigZag
A new season awaits! From fiery love triangles and dark, haunting tales to holiday magic and timeless romance, each performance will sweep you off your feet. With unforgettable choreography and iconic scores, prepare for a season of classic stories brought to life alongside bold new works and exciting company premieres.
Filmed by Arian Molina Soca, with performance footage by Alexander Iziliaev Featuring (in order of appearance): Executive Director Shelly Power, Charles Askegard, Nayara Lopes, Dayesi Torriente, Zecheng Liang, Laura Bowman Goldstein, Yuka Iseda, Ashton Roxander, Sterling Baca, Sydney Dolan, Mayara Pineiro, and Jack Thomas
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with excitement, elegance, and a trio of exceptional dances performed by Ballet Austin—Christopher Wheeldon’s Polyphonia, Stephen Mills’ Desire, and Jessica Lang’s ZigZag.
Hear Artistic Director Garrett Anderson, Associate Artistic Director Anne Mueller, and Soloists Cydney Covert and Anissa Bailis chat about what makes The Nutcracker such a treasured tradition for dancers and audiences alike.
The irresistible holiday tradition of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® returns to Portland’s Keller Auditorium!
Join Marie and her Nutcracker Prince as the mischievous Drosselmeier sends them on a magical adventure. Brave toy soldiers battle villainous mice, candy canes leap and snowflakes whirl, all to Tchaikovsky’s wonderous score—and don’t forget about a Portland Holiday favorite, Mother Ginger!
This program highlights the range and creativity George Balanchine brought to all of his work, and how he used the music of Vivaldi, Corelli, Prokofiev, and Stravinsky to inspire and influence his choreography.
This meeting of music and dance is as thought-provoking now as it was when Balanchine created these now-classic ballets. Don’t miss this intriguing blend of American folk dance (Square Dance), dramatic parable (Prodigal Son), and ballet blockbuster (Stravinsky Violin Concerto).
Hansel and Gretel’s black-and-white world explodes with color—and candy—when they meet a witch in the woods in this hit ballet from Australian choreographer Loughlan Prior. Featuring an original score from Claire Cowan and a captivating silent-film-aesthetic, this fresh take on the famous fairy tale delivers the perfect amount of October spookiness.
Don’t miss the first production of Ballet West’s 2024–25 season, Val Caniparoli’s Jekyll & Hyde—a dramatic and intense exploration of the dark side of the human psyche.
Tickets are on sale for the 2024–2025 season! Explore Boston Ballet’s six mainstage programs and plan your trips to the theater with family and friends.
Creative innovations. Fresh takes. Revered classics. The 2024–2025 Texas Ballet Theater season is here! What are you most excited to see?
Step into the world of contemporary ballet with three spectacular choreographers. Jessica Lang will debut a brand-new work, her first contribution as PNB’s new Resident Choreographer. Add the color and vibrancy of both Edwaard Liang’s The Veil Between Worlds and Justin Peck’s The Times Are Racing and you’ve got a recipe for an invigorating trio of ballets.
We are thrilled to announce our return to the David H. Koch Theater for our Fall season, October 16–November 3, 2024. ABT’s programming brings you seven ballets plus assorted pas de deux across four different programs.
BELLE / A Tale of Beauty & the Beast is a contemporary ballet that reexamines the timeless story of Beauty & the Beast in a very non-traditional way. Artistic Director Stephen Mills, Composer Graham Reynolds, and Production Designer Michael B. Raiford have created a provocative and sensual retelling of this famous romance with sets and costumes that project fantastical, Alexander McQueen–type elements against a gritty, minimalistic backdrop. The look and feel of the production, while very contemporary, was heavily influenced by the 1946 film noir, La Belle et la Bête, by French filmmaker Jean Cocteau, and many stylistic elements, including the lighting design, are reflective of that ground-breaking movie.
The 2024 Vail Dance Festival kicked off with an experience that was uniquely Vail with dancers and musicians coming together for a night of world-class artistry and entertainment under the stars! This year’s opening night celebration included artists from around the country and around the world and an all-star cast of George Balanchine’s landmark ballet Serenade with the National Repertory Orchestra performing live!
The Vail Dance Festival returns July 26 – August 5 with THIRTEEN performances featuring dance luminaries from across the United States and around the world. This summer we will welcome Dance Theatre of Harlem, Limón Dance Company, Cleo Parker Robinson Dance, Colorado Ballet, and DanceAspen, as well as artists from Alonzo King LINES Ballet, American Ballet Theatre, BalletX, National Ballet of Canada, New York City Ballet, Philadelphia Ballet, Royal Danish Ballet, as well as a range of extraordinary independent artists.
Oregon Ballet Theatre’s rich legacy of exciting dance continues this season with captivating stories, fresh narratives, and stellar performances.
Saint Louis Ballet has announced their 24/25 season lineup, featuring a breathtaking blend of classical and contemporary ballet, such as iconic works by George Balanchine, innovative pieces by Christopher Wheeldon, the mesmerizing choreography of Justin Peck and Christopher D’Amboise, an homage to the iconic music and dance of the American musical theatre, and the beloved tradition of The Nutcracker.
Set sail into adventure with Philadelphia Ballet’s 2024/2025 Season. Classic tales of forbidden love, longing, magic, broken promises, and deception are accentuated by virtuosic new works and company firsts. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary season as they continue to celebrate 61 years of excellence and a decade of artistic brilliance under Angel Corella’s direction.
Love is in the air as American Ballet Theatre returns to the Metropolitan Opera House stage for a spectacular 2024 Summer season. A season full of unforgettable stories and popular favorites that are sure to leave you dazzled. Join them this summer for performances that promise to delight, to inspire, and to move.
Get a sneak peek of Ballet Austin’s Hamlet, a hauntingly beautiful exploration of passion and deceit will take your breath away.
A peek into ballet’s rich history, costumes, and more
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Join curator of dance Jane Pritchard as she carefully unboxes and explores these historic ballet objects—from Margot Fonteyn’s costume from The Sleeping Beauty, designed by Oliver Messel in 1946, to a ballet shoe thought to have been worn by Anna Pavlova in the 1920s.
What does Fritz do before a performance of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker? Join us with this year’s Fritz, Rohan, behind the scenes at Pacific Northwest Ballet to find out! You’ll see how he gets ready, a close up of the kids costumes, and get a tour of his onstage house.
The load-in process for Nutcracker at San Francisco Ballet takes three full days. Take a look at this behind-the-scenes capture of the teamwork that comes together to make Nutcracker happen each year!
How are pointe shoes made? Join English National Ballet Lead Principal Sangeun Lee and Sophie Simpson MBE, Senior Sales Manager at Freed, on a visit to the Freed of London factory to find out! From shaping the box to stitching the ribbons, discover the craftsmanship that supports ENB’s dancers on stage and the tradition that keeps ballet alive.
This installment of American Ballet Theatre’s 2025 Fall season BEHIND THE BALLET dives into ABT@85: INNOVATIONS PAST AND PRESENT with a World Premiere by Juliano Nunes, Alexei Ratmansky’s SERENADE AFTER PLATO’S SYMPOSIUM, and the iconic THEME AND VARIATIONS by George Balanchine which will take to the stage during ABT’s 2025 Fall season at the David H. Koch Theater from October 29–November 1.
Take a peek into the costume shop and hear Costume Designer Constance Hoffman chat about translating Natalie Frank’s paintings into the stage world of Grimm Tales.
Video edited by Paul Michael Bloodgood & Jazz Collins.
This installment of American Ballet Theatre’s 2025 Summer season BEHIND THE BALLET dives into THE WINTER’S TALE. Receiving its New York Premiere during ABT’s 2025 Summer season, The Winter’s Tale is an award-winning modern ballet classic, based on Shakespeare’s play and packed with emotional turmoil and compelling atmospheric designs, featuring choreography by two-time Tony Award® winner Christopher Wheeldon and an original score by Joby Talbot.
CARMEN.maquia choreographer Gustavo Ramírez Sansano reveals the inspiration behind the color palette and costumes of this reimagining of Bizet’s beloved opera.
Artistic Director Mikko Nissinen takes you through the creation of his reimagined Raymonda, returning to the Citizen Opera House stage for Spring Experience. Check out the entire video series on Boston Ballet’s YouTube channel.
Video by Ernesto Galan
A celebration of all the expertise, time, and dedication of their artisans, this video from the National Ballet of Canada takes you into the wardrobe studio as a tutu is created for their recent performances of Swan Lake.
Videography: Paul McNulty.
Watch as hours of intricate prosthetic work and makeup artistry bring Frankenstein’s Creature to life. From bare skin to a fully realized monster, this time-lapse captures the extraordinary transformation of a dancer into Liam Scarlett’s haunting vision for Frankenstein. Witness the meticulous process that makes this iconic character so chilling on stage.
Join Texas Ballet Theater Soloists Amanda Fairweather, Adeline Melcher, Dara Oda, Samantha Pille, and Katelyn Rhodes, and Principal Dancer Alexandra F. Light, for a behind-the-scenes conversation about 2025 mixed repertoire International Woman.
Spend a day with Principal Artist Callum Linnane as he prepares for the demands of performing the title role in John Neumeier’s Nijinsky. From a morning ritual of coffee and records to pre-show meditations, find out how a professional ballet dancer spends the hours before the curtain goes up.
Callum Linnane grew up in Ballarat, Victoria. At the age of seven he began training in all styles of dance at the Ballarat Centre of Music and the Arts; he started ballet classes with Lauren Young at the age of eleven. Callum was accepted into The Australian Ballet School in 2008 and graduated dux with honours. He joined The Australian Ballet in 2015; he was promoted to coryphée in 2017, to soloist in 2018, to senior artist in 2021, and to principal artist in 2022.
Enter the colorful and creative world of Frida Kahlo with Annabelle Lopez Ochoa’s critically acclaimed Broken Wings. This mini masterpiece explores the life and art of the celebrated Mexican painter. An experience unto itself, it’s a unique opportunity to enter into the realms of the paintings themselves through the lens of Kahlo’s wildly creative spirit.
The Indianapolis Ballet partners with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra for the second year in a row to produce the classic Swan Lake. Conductor Jack Everly and Artistic Director Victoria Lyras chat about what makes these performances so exciting for all artists involved.
Austin Symphony Orchestra Music Director & Conductor Peter Bay leads you through the music of Love’s Gentle Spring, from Antonín Dvořák and Bryce Dessner to featured artists Quattro Mani (Susan Grace & Steven Beck).
Video Directed by Paul Michael Bloodgood
Edited by Jazz Collins
Dive into the details behind the classical masterpiece of Swan Lake. From the 4,000 crystal jewels on Odile’s tutu to her 32 fouettés, from the 600 yards of ribbon to the 34,000 feet of hand painted fabric, Boston Ballet’s production is a stunning blend of beauty, skill, and storytelling.
Daniel Kraus was a professional dancer for 20 years performing in companies like the Mediterranean Ballet, directed by Fernando Bujones, European Ballet, K-Ballet in Japan, and English National Ballet where he was a dancer for 17 years. After retiring from stage in 2020, he graduated with distinction from the Professional Award in Benesh Movement Notation followed by a postgraduate diploma by the Benesh Institute. He has been working as a Benesh Choreologist with the Royal Ballet since 2022. San Francisco Ballet sat down with him while he was in their studios setting Tamara Rojo’s Raymonda for the 24/25 Repertory Season.
Choreographer Gustavo Ramírez Sansano takes you behind the scenes on what changes he has made to CARMEN.maquia, and what it is about the story of Carmen that continues to fascinate us.
Join Principal Dancer Sasha De Sola as she steps into the legendary costumes of Manon, a ballet steeped in history and legacy. With the guidance of Nikki Bird from the Royal Opera House and Megan Gulla from San Francisco Ballet, Sasha tries on costumes worn by celebrated dancers, including Lauren Cuthbertson. These costumes, designed by Nicholas Georgiadis, carry decades of ballet tradition, passed from one star to the next. As Sasha reflects on her first encounter with Lauren, see how these iconic garments are tailored to perfection for her own performance in this timeless production.
Welcome to a behind the scenes glimpse at the brand new costumes for Pacific Northwest Ballet’s The Sleeping Beauty, photographed by Angela Sterling. This brand-new production promises to enchant with scenic design by Seattle glass artist Preston Singletary and costumes by Paul Tazewell (Wicked movie, PNB’s Swan Lake).
In 2020, Hope Boykin sat down for a chat with the legendary Judith Jamison about dancing Alvin Ailey’s Cry, the meaning behind the work, and more.
Opening photo by R. Faligant, all other photos by Jack Mitchell.
Join us for an unforgettable experience where there’s always something new to discover. Hear from both Artistic Director Mikko Nissinen and Principal Dancer Lia Cirio on what to look for each time you come back to see The Nutcracker.
Boston Ballet’s production crew has officially begun load-in at the Citizens Opera House for The Nutcracker! Take a behind-the-scenes look at the incredible setup that brings this timeless holiday classic to life.
Join San Francisco Ballet behind the scenes at the San Francisco War Memorial Opera House while hair and makeup artist Gerd Mairandres transforms Principal Character Dancer Ricardo Bustamante into the magical and mysterious Uncle Drosselmeyer.
In this behind-the-scenes video, join Sacramento Ballet’s Wardrobe Supervisor Sandra Manner as she shares a fascinating look into the stunning costumes for their upcoming production of Dracula. Running from November 1–3, these intricate designs play a key role in bringing the dark and seductive world of Michael Pink’s Dracula to life. Discover the artistry and detail that goes into dressing dancers for this spellbinding ballet!
This season, PNB’s costume shop is especially busy crafting the gorgeous designs of Paul Tazewell for our upcoming world premiere production of The Sleeping Beauty. In this video, get a peek behind the scenes into the wonderful world of costumes at PNB.
This installment of BEHIND THE BALLET dives into the complexities of Helen Pickett’s CRIME AND PUNISHMENT, which will make its World Premiere during ABT’s 2024 Fall season at the David H. Koch Theater from October 30–November 3. Explore the creatives, characters, and synopsis of this literature classic. This talk will leave you with much to think about and even more to see on stage.
Go behind the scenes of the Dancers and Dogs photography project by Kelly Pratt and Ian Kreidich. Part 1 shares some fun moments photographing dancers and dogs in St. Louis.
This extraordinary costume was designed by Serge Sudeikin for prima ballerina Tamara Karsavina for the 1913 ballet ‘La Tragédie de Salomé’, performed by Serge Diaghilev’s iconic Ballets Russes.
Gabrielle Chanel found kinship in the world of modern dance at a pivotal time, creating costumes that allowed performers to move freely, while bringing unprecedented liberty of movement into her own designs. The House of CHANEL continues this legacy today through ongoing support of the ballet in cities around the world.
In 1971, Dance Theatre of Harlem gave its very first performance in which every dancer’s tights and shoes matched their unique skin tones. From that moment, ballet would be forever transformed by the innovation of Llanchie Stevenson – a founding DTH Principal Dancer, DTH’s Wardrobe Mistress Zelda Wynn and DTH Co-Founder Arthur Mitchell.
Join Freed of London, one of the most iconic pointe shoe brands in the world, as they take you behind the scenes of the crafting process to show you what goes into making the magic of each balletic step on stage possible.
Christian Lacroix, the celebrated French designer renowned for his extravagant designs for his fashion house, brought his unique artistic vision to life through his stunning costume designs for the Paris Opera Ballet’s production of George Balanchine’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
Corps de Ballet dancer Fernanda Oliveira, Artistic Director Angel Corella, Principal Tuba Jay Krush, and Executive Director Shelly Power chat about their first memories of Nutcracker and what it’s like to dance, play, and coach this beloved work year after year.
Find out how the Costume Revival Workroom team make the elegant tutus for The Royal Ballet’s Swan Lake.
Can you imagine a party where every movement and every visual detail were governed by a complex system of rules and procedures? For centuries, such rituals were commonplace for European nobility. And while they’ve gone out of fashion, we recognize the components under a familiar label: ballet. Jennifer Tortorello and Adrienne Westwood outline the history of this graceful and precise dance.
NYCB’s first post-season mixed-bag Screen Test explores the intricacies of four Company members’ menageries of dance shoes—and how even the most meticulous pointe shoe preparation can sometimes go awry.
This next installment of our BEHIND THE BALLET series highlights the annual traditional ballet THE NUTCRACKER. Kaye takes us through the history of this popular holiday adventure, through the music, the origins, and how it came to be.
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The Royal Ballet Principal Dancers Marianela Nuñez and Vadim Muntagirov perform the Act II pas de deux from Frederick Ashton’s Cinderella.
Letter to Nobody is a love letter to Martha Graham whose influence reaches beyond her physical existence; it is also a love letter to the artists who will never be known by Graham herself but who carry her legacy into the future. Conceived and created by Xin Ying and Mimi Yin, Letter to Nobody explores generative media approaches, including emerging AI technologies, to extract data from archival footage and bring Martha Graham back to the stage to perform a duet with Xin Ying.
Based on the Graham masterwork from 1940, Letter to the World, the new duet takes inspiration from a poem by Emily Dickinson, “I’m Nobody! Who are you? Are you–Nobody–too? Then there’s a pair of us!” The manipulated footage of a 1940s performance featuring Graham alongside notable company members including Eric Hawkins and Merce Cunningham provides a potent partner for Xin’s solo.
Through this new duet the artist asks, In this 100th year of the Martha Graham Dance Company, what does it mean to carry on Graham’s legacy? What privileges and burdens come along with such a charge? As performers, students, and audience members, how do we continue to embody Martha and engage in dialogue with the world around us, a world she never knew?
Choreographed by Gen Horiuchi, this classical ballet with the soulful rhythms of W.C. Handy is back by popular demand. Dynamic and expressive, this production celebrates the spirit of American jazz and features incredibly talented vocalist Denise Thimes.
Buttercream Roses lights up the London Coliseum with all the magic, sparkle, and festive fun of Nutcracker in this excerpt from English National Ballet. Join Clara on a fantastical adventure featuring over 100 dancers and musicians. Choreographed by Artistic Director Aaron S. Watkin and Olivier Award winner Arielle Smith, this classic festive ballet combines exquisite dancing with spectacular sets and costumes designed by Dick Bird.
🩰 Ivana Bueno, Francesco Gabriele Frola, and Artists of English National Ballet
🎶 Tchaikovsky performed live by the Philharmonic, conducted by Maria Seletskaja
Lead Supporter: Charles Holloway OBE
The White Cat and Puss in Boots pas de deux from Paris Opera Ballet’s The Sleeping Beauty, performed by Éléonore Guérineau and Samuel Bray.
Be captivated by the jaw dropping lifts and flexibility demonstrated in the beautiful pas de deux by Boston Ballet Principal Dancers Chyrstyn Fentroy and Lasha Khozashvili.
Video by Ernesto Galan
A highlight of dance works recently performed by Sacramento Ballet.
Journey back in time to the Golden Age of Al-Andalus on the Iberian Peninsula as Jamar Roberts evokes the northern African Moors who inhabited the land prior to the Christian Reconquista. Music from Roberta Flack and Miles Davis’ Sketches of Spain sets the tone for this abstract ensemble piece.
CHOREOGRAPHER | Jamar Roberts
WORLD PREMIERE | New York City Center, 2024
ASSISTANT TO THE CHOREOGRAPHER | Ghrai Devore-Stokes
MUSIC | Roberta Flack and Miles Davis
COSTUME DESIGN | Jamar Roberts and Jon Taylor
LIGHTING DESIGN | Brandon Stirling Baker
SCENIC DESIGN | Libby Stadstad
Join Boston Ballet for the return of Plan to B, one of the first works Resident Choreographer Jorma Elo created for the Company, on stage Oct 24–Nov 3.
Video by Ernesto Galan.
Check out this clip of Return, choreographed by Robert Garland, with music by Aretha Franklin and James Brown.
Watch snow flurries fill the stage in this exclusive preview, then gather your loved ones for a night of dancing they will never forget.
Check out this short excerpt of corps de ballet dancer Dylan Wald in The Calling.
Get a sneak peek of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® at Pacific Northwest Ballet and meet their newest Principal Dancer, Sarah-Gabrielle Ryan as Dewdrop.
Get a sneak peek at this scene from the ethereal Kingdom of the Shades, performed by Boston Ballet. Technically challenging, it features female dancers performing in unison and requires intense focus, balance, stamina, and strength.
This enduring classic is a tribute to that heritage and to Ailey’s genius. Using African-American traditional spirituals, this suite fervently explores the places of deepest grief and holiest joy in the soul.
Get a taste of Crystal Pite’s The Seasons’ Canon with this excerpt featuring Sarah-Gabrielle Ryan & James Kirby Rogers at Pacific Northwest Ballet.
Boston Ballet gives you a sneak peek of Petal, a sensory experience of motion, light, and music. Dancers explore the evolution of their relationships with each other and themselves through sweeping movements and non-traditional partnering, energized by the music of Philip Glass and Thomas Montgomery Newman.
As part of The Met’s celebration of Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month, we’re thrilled to release the video of “Buscando a Juan,” along with a discussion between choreographer Eduardo Vilaro, The Met’s Lulu C. and Anthony W. Wang General Manager of Live Arts Limor Tomer, and co-curator of the exhibition “Juan de Pareja: Afro-Hispanic Painter” Vanessa K. Valdés.
Alvin Ailey’s Memoria is a deeply personal work and one of his most affecting. Mr. Ailey said that nearly all of his dances had some basis in a relationship, feeling or event that he experienced. In the case of Memoria, choreographed in 1979, his motivation was the death of his dear friend and colleague, Joyce Trisler.
Highlights of Balanchine’s Stars and Stripes presented by The Washington Ballet as part of Tour-de-Force: Stars & Stripes. Performed February 24, 2013.
Using African-American spirituals, song-sermons, gospel songs and holy blues, Alvin Ailey’s Revelations fervently explores the places of deepest grief and holiest joy in the soul.
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The Wilis are ghostly spirits of betrayed young women, who died of broken hearts before their wedding day. The corps de ballet is led by Queen Myrtha in Act II, they haunt the forest at night, vengefully forcing any man they encounter to dance until they die of exhaustion.
What does Antigone mean today? Marianela Boán reflects on Reactor Antígona, a work that revisits the Greek myth through themes of family, sacrifice, migration, and freedom. Rather than retelling the story, the piece reconsiders it—turning inward to examine the pressures of kinship, the weight placed on women, and the tension between obligation and release.
Set within a shifting, symbolic landscape, Reactor Antígona unfolds as a lived experience—where movement, objects, and gesture carry meaning, and where the familiar myth takes on new urgency in the present moment.
This dance work is presented as part of Ballet Hispánico’s 2026 Spring Season.
Go behind the scenes for a glimpse into rehearsals for Andi Schermoly’s world premiere ballet, created for Smuin Contemporary Ballet’s “Future Forward” program (April 17–May 17 in San Francisco, Walnut Creek, and Mountain View).
Camera by Ben Estabrook
Editing by Amy Seiwert
In Crystal Pite’s The Seasons’ Canon, dancers don’t just count, but connect. As Second Soloist Daniel Rubin shares, each dancer relies on those around them to time their movements, creating a hypnotic scene that reflects what he describes as “the vigor and intensity of summer waning, making way for a tree’s branches to harden in the wind.”
Video by Ernesto Galan
Stager Lindsey Matheis shares the story and spirit behind Mother Tongue by choreographer Ihsan Rustem, while Sacramento Ballet dancers rehearse this striking contemporary work. Watch the process, hear the insight, and see the movement take shape.
Sneak a peek into the enchanting world of The Dream as Boston Ballet rehearse the ballet in the studio.
Go behind the scenes with the first look of Northern Ballet’s brand new work Gentleman Jack with choreographer Annabelle Lopez Ochoa.
The ultimate story of sin and redemption, George Balanchine’s Prodigal Son’s powerful message, expressive score, and dramatic movement make it eternally impactful. Former New York City Ballet Principal Dancer Maria Kowroski reflects on the responsibility of passing on the role of The Siren, and the timelessness of Balanchine’s choreography.
To mark the world premiere of Yuri Possokhov’s Eugene Onegin, San Francisco Ballet dancers Katherine Barkman and Joseph Walsh reflect on one of the ballet’s most emotionally charged scenes.
How to capture the charm and intricacies of a mechanical dancing doll? San Francisco Ballet dancer Tyla Steinbach talks us through what’s going through her mind as she dances the role. An audience favorite, the Ballerina Doll is one of Uncle Drosselmeyer’s clever creations that he brings to the Party Scene in Act I.
Our Dew Drop Fairies and Flowers have been waltzing in the studios preparing for Indianapolis Ballet’s The Nutcracker, opening December 18.
TECHNIQUE TUESDAY // Welcome to this Nutcracker season’s first #TechniqueTuesday featuring Boston Ballet Second Soloist Tyson Ali Clark and Artist Kyra Muttilainen, as they ️rehearse the Spanish Chocolate divertissement. 🍫 You can experience this lively start to Act II of The Nutcracker, Nov 28–Dec 28 at the Citizens Opera House.
Video by Ernesto Galan
Hear from Saint Louis Ballet Comapny Dancer Julia Heiss as she analyzes a previous performance as the Snow Queen!
“It’s the playfulness of challenging each other.” —Chisako Oga
Step inside the studio as Sandra Jennings Eshima, Repetiteur for The George Balanchine Trust and Boston Ballet Principal Dancer Chisako Oga uncover the playfully competitive streaks between the dancers in Rubies.
Video by Ernesto Galan © The George Balanchine Trust
“We are the memory of a happy time, that we know is not forever.” —Patrick Yocum
Listen as Boston Ballet Principal Dancer Patrick Yocum explains the underlying depth of Emeralds, and how it carries quiet whispers of nostalgia.
Video by Ernesto Galan © The George Balanchine Trust
Company Artist Logan O’Neal takes you behind the scenes of his new ballet—and choreographic debut—Inner Voice. This world premiere is one of many new works showcased in Indianapolis Ballet’s Eclectica!, performing Oct 30–Nov 2.
One thing is for sure—St Louis is gonna be talking about Take Five…More or Less! Hear Susan Stroman Répétiteur and Associate Choreographer Ginger Thatcher give insight on this piece that is so unique and fascinating in so many ways!
Run throughs in the studio are an exciting time to see a full length ballet come together. Two powerhouse Principal Dancers joining SF Ballet this season are Madeline Woo and Francesco Gabriele Frola; please enjoy this little sneak peek of what’s to come on stage.
Take a glimpse inside the rehearsal studio as choreographer Caroline Dahm creates A Very Long Short Story with Cincinnati Ballet dancers.
Peek into the studios as Indianapolis Ballet’s artists rehearse George Balanchine’s The Four Temperaments. Indianapois Ballet takes the stage at the Tobias Theater at Newfields, September 19–21, for Legacy in Motion, which also includes Moonlight Sonata by Victoria Lyras and George Balanchine’s Concerto Barocco.
Go behind the scenes with Pointeworks as we spotlight three groundbreaking female choreographers shaping the future of ballet. Laine Habony, DaYoung Jung, and Rieko Hatato share their inspirations, creative processes, and what it means to lead with vision and strength in the world of dance.
Jennifer Archibald stops in to the BalletMet studios during the process of choreographing a brand new work—Rivers Do Not Speak, But They Are Heard.
As we excitedly await this summer’s festival, here is a peek behind the scenes at last year’s Artist-in-Residence Jamar Roberts and the process of creating his A Star. A Crown. A Trine. A Bevy.
Trey McIntyre reveals the inspiration behind some of his choices for Wild Sweet Love, and talks about how wonderful Smuin Contemporary Ballet Artists are to work with. See Wild Sweet Love, as well as three other gorgeous works, in Smuin Contemporary Ballet’s Dance Series 2!
Video by Ben Estabrook.
Don’t miss Romeo & Juliet, the breathtaking finale to Ballet Austin’s 2024–25 Season.
Video by Paul Michael Bloodgood.
Hear from visionary choreographers Jennifer Archibald and Nick Mullikin, along with Company dancers as they share insights into the powerful and thought-provoking pieces that collectively make up this year’s Attitude series, Nashville Ballet’s final performance of the 2024–25 season.
Take a peek into the studio as Saint Louis Ballet rehearses George Balanchine’s Who Cares? for the upcoming Feels Like Broadway program.
Join Indianapolis Ballet for Family Series: Sleeping Beauty Suite, a family-friendly fairytale April 25–27 at the Tobias Theater at Newfields.
Set to a soul-stirring playlist featuring music from Jill Scott, Cymande, Caron Wheeler, and Brass Construction, The Cookout channels the dignity and passion of Harlem’s legacy.
The Cookout choreographed by Dance Theatre of Harlem’s Artistic Director Robert Garland is a vibrant work that speaks to our shared struggles and triumphs, offering a timely reflection of our strength and capacity to carry on. Don’t miss this electrifying work! A celebration of community, culture, and boundless spirit.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at Dance Theatre of Harlem rehearsing Balanchine’s Donizetti Variations, under the guidance of The Balanchine Trust répétiteur Kyra Nichols Gray.
Donizetti Variations, choreography by George Balanchine. Video by Nel Shelby Productions.
Join Boston Ballet at Winter Experience to witness history in the making. Daniel R. Durrett will be the first Black male to perform the role of Lenoid Yacobson’s Vestris. Hear from him to learn more about the technical precision of the dancing and acting this role requires.
Let San Francisco Ballet Principal Dancer Wei Wang take you on a journey through the mind of Victor Frankenstein’s tortured creature. Liam Scarlett’s captivating production offers a visceral, emotionally charged journey into life, death, love, and identity, enhanced by a hauntingly evocative score that intensifies the dark and dramatic atmosphere.
Step inside the creative process with Thang Dao as he shapes Faits Divers, a bold new work premiering at Visions—March 21–23. From concept to movement, explore how Dao weaves fragmented headlines and fleeting moments into a visceral, urgent conversation between dancers and space.
Music: Scott Buckley
Film: Colby Damon
Experience a behind the scenes look of a Golden Hour rehearsal as Joffrey Ballet’s amazing artists bring this stunning program to life. See Golden Hour February 20–March 2 at Lyric Opera of Chicago.
🩰 Victoria Jaiani, Xavier Nunez, & Alberto Velazquez
🎹 Jorge Ivars
🎥 Carolyn McCabe
This February 20–23, The Washington Ballet will unveil a world premiere ballet, a captivating and hot new work created by the visionary Jennifer Archibald.
Set to the pulsing beats of a soundscape by Foremost Poets, Jennifer’s new piece takes you inside the underground club scene. Offering you an insider’s look at the vibrant, electric, and inclusive atmosphere that pulses with euphoric energy.
Saint Louis Ballet premieres in Peck’s In Creases Feb 14–16 at Kirkwood PAC in the Valentine’s series TO LOVE. Two other ballets by NYCB alum Christopher d’Amboise and SLB director Gen Horiuchi will accompany the performance series.
Get a sneak peek into choreographer Young Soon Hue’s process as she creates a new production of the timeless classic, Romeo & Juliet, premiering February 14th at the SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center.
Learn about George Balanchine’s iconic ballet Who Cares? from Balanchine Trust repetiteur, Zippora Karz. Be sure to purchase your tickets to Indianapolis Ballet’s performances of Be Our Valentine, February 14–16 at the Tobias Theater at Newfields, to see Who Cares? live!
Hear from guest choreographer Ramón Flowers about the energetic and jazzy work Dixon’s Groove, featured in Indianapolis Ballet’s upcoming production of Be Our Valentine! Inspired by a life in dance set to the jazz music of Rob Dixon, this work is a true celebration of ballet.
American Ballet Theatre Soloist Patrick Frenette discusses why he loves dancing in new and innovative ballets.
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be in the room during a snow rehearsal for The Nutcracker? See Joffrey Ballet perform Christopher Wheeldon’s The Nutcracker December 6–28 at the Lyric Opera House.
Give to hear the beauty again, accompanying the beauty you see on stage. Hear Saint Louis Ballet dancers Michael Burke, Lauren Kot, Colin Ellis, and more describe the impact live music has on them as artists.
Known to many as the “Sugar Plum Fairy” variation, San Francisco Ballet’s Nutcracker gives a grown-up Clara the chance to dance with her Prince in the final moments of the ballet, but it’s still that same iconic music we all know and love.
Join Principal Dancer Nikisha Fogo as she shares her thoughts and approach to performing this beloved piece.