THE PROGRAM
NEW YORK CITY CENTER
Like in our Galas in Barcelona (see here), we’ve curated a program that features some of the most celebrated pieces from the classical repertoire, performed by luminaries from Europe’s most renowned ballet companies. This is a rare opportunity to see a convergence of the world’s ballet elite on one stage. Join us for a dazzling display of artistry and passion that connects the best of European traditions with the dynamism of American ballet powerhouses like the New York City Ballet, American Ballet, and San Francisco Ballet.
Don’t miss this unique chance to witness a spectacular blend of ballet royalty from both continents, right in the heart of New York City.
FIRST ACT
Estimated Runtime – 58 minutes
01.
AFTER THE RAIN
Choreography: Christopher Wheeldon
Music: Arvo Pärt
Interpreters: Isabella Boylston & James Whiteside
American Ballet Theatre
02.
JULIET & ROMEO*
Choreography: Elias García
Music: Serguey Prokofiev
Interpreters: Ellen Mäkela & Paolo Calo
* In the innovative vision of choreographer Elias Garcia, Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” is now “Juliet and Romeo,” highlighting Juliet’s empowerment and reshaping traditional gender roles.
Ballet de Catalunya
03.
TBA
Choreography: TBA
Music: TBA
Interpreters: Anna Löycke & Ylian Feytis
Ballet de Catalunya
04.
GRAND PAS CLASSIQUE
Choreography: Victor Gsovsky
Music: Daniel François Auber
Interpreters: Valentine Colasante & Paul Marque
Paris Opera Ballet
05.
ANHELO
Choreography: Xiomara Reyes
Music: Nocturne 19 , Frédéric Chopin
Interpreters: Xiomara Reyes & David Garcia
PREMIERE
Ballet de Catalunya
06.
Swan Lake (Black Swan)
Choreography: Marius Petipa & Lev Ivanov
Music: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Interpreters: Maya Schonbrun & Kentaro Mitsumori
The Royal Swedish Ballet
INTERMISSION OF 30 MINUTES
SECOND ACT
Estimated Runtime – 49 minutes
01.
DIANA & ACTEON
Choreography: Agrippina Vaganova
Music: Riccardo Drigo
Interpreters: * & Victor Caixeta
Partner to be announced
Opera de Viena
02.
WALTZ
Choreography: Drew Jacoby
Music: Les Stuck
Interpreters: Paolo Calo & David Garcia
US PREMIERE
Ballet de Catalunya
03.
THIS BITTER EARTH
Choreography: Cristopher Wheeldon
Music: Max Richter and Dinah Washington
Interpreters: Leticia Dias & Teo Dubreuil
The Royal Ballet
04.
MADAME BUTTERFLY
Choreography: Stanton Welch
Music: Giacomo Puccini
Interpreters: Yuriko Kajiya & Connor Walsh
The houston Ballet
05.
Le Corsaire
Choreography: Marius Petipa
Music: Adolphe Adam
Interpreters: Elisabeth Beyer & Daniil Simkin
American Ballet theatre & Freelance
06.
STARS AND STRIPES
Choreography: George Balanchine
Music: John Philip Sousa orchestrated by Hershy Kay
Interpreters: Tiler Peck and Roman Mejia
New York City Ballet
FIRST ACT
Estimated Runtime – 58 minutes
01.
AFTER THE RAIN
Choreography: Christopher Wheeldon
Music: Arvo Pärt
Interpreters: Isabella Boylston & James Whiteside
American Ballet Theatre
02.
JULIET & ROMEO*
Choreography: Elias García
Music: Serguey Prokofiev
Interpreters: Ellen Mäkela & Paolo Calo
* In the innovative vision of choreographer Elias Garcia, Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” is now “Juliet and Romeo,” highlighting Juliet’s empowerment and reshaping traditional gender roles.
Ballet de Catalunya
03.
TBA
Choreography: TBA
Music: TBA
Interpreters: Anna Löycke & Ylian Feytis
Ballet de Catalunya
04.
GRAND PAS CLASSIQUE
Choreography: Victor Gsovsky
Music: Daniel François Auber
Interpreters: Valentine Colasante & Paul Marque
Paris Opera Ballet
05.
ANHELO
Choreography: Xiomara Reyes
Music: Nocturne 19 , Frédéric Chopin
Interpreters: Xiomara Reyes & David Garcia
PREMIERE
Ballet de Catalunya
06.
Swan Lake (Black Swan)
Choreography: Marius Petipa & Lev Ivanov
Music: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Interpreters: Maya Schonbrun & Kentaro Mitsumori
The Royal Swedish Ballet
INTERMISSION OF 30 MINUTES
SECOND ACT
Estimated Runtime – 49 minutes
01.
DIANA & ACTEON
Choreography: Agrippina Vaganova
Music: Riccardo Drigo
Interpreters: * & Victor Caixeta
Partner to be announced
Opera de Viena
02.
WALTZ
Choreography: Drew Jacoby
Music: Les Stuck
Interpreters: Paolo Calo & David Garcia
US PREMIERE
Ballet de Catalunya
03.
THIS BITTER EARTH
Choreography: Cristopher Wheeldon
Music: Max Richter and Dinah Washington
Interpreters: Leticia Dias & Teo Dubreuil
The Royal Ballet
04.
MADAME BUTTERFLY
Choreography: Stanton Welch
Music: Giacomo Puccini
Interpreters: Yuriko Kajiya & Connor Walsh
The houston Ballet
05.
STARS AND STRIPES
Choreography: George Balanchine
Music: John Philip Sousa orchestrated by Hershy Kay
Interpreters: Tiler Peck and Roman Mejia
New York City Ballet
06.
Le Corsaire
Choreography: Marius Petipa
Music: Adolphe Adam
Interpreters: Elisabeth Beyer & Daniil Simkin
American Ballet theatre & Freelance
The program is subject to change, and this does not entitle ticket holders to a refund.
From Barcelona to New York
Don’t miss out on one of the most exciting events of the year! Our galas feature the world’s top ballet performers and choreographers, all in one place. From classical ballets to contemporary works, there’s something for everyone. Join us at New York City Center and experience the magic of Ibstage Star Galas, the Europe’s Leading Ballet Galas.
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