NEXT highlights five emerging Urbanity choreographers and one guest choreographer for an unforgettable night of raw dance. Featured choreography by: Alexander Davis (Urbanity Company) Kara Foote (Urbanity Company) Genevieve Mudd and Colleen Roddy (Urbanity Underground) Jessica Pearson (Guest Artist) Jacob Regan (Urbanity Company)
Events
Artistic Director and Choreographer, José Mateo goes back to his roots with The Cuba Files featuring the music of Cuban composers that is sure to warm up the winter! His 2004 ballet, Escape – set to Leo Brouwer’s Concerto for Guitar and Violin – about a woman trapped in the repressive environment of her homeland … Continued
Based on Alexander Pushkin’s celebrated verse-novel, this tragic tale of unrequited love is a dramatic masterpiece that requires the dancers to use all of their acting skills. Choreographer John Cranko brings the world of royal Russia to life with brilliant dancing, lavish sets and costumes, and incomparable music by Tchaikovsky.
Experience dance up close and personal with BB@home, an exclusive opportunity to witness an intimate performance at Boston Ballet’s headquarters in Boston’s historic South End. February’s BB@home showcases the talent of Boston Ballet II, Boston Ballet’s second company, in a diverse program highlighting the skill and artistry of the next generation of young professional artists.
When Mikko Nissinen’s fresh take on this quintessential ballet debuted in 2014 it was hailed as “luminous” by The Wall Street Journal. See it again or for the first time-do not miss this timeless tale of sorcery, deceit, and eternal love as it won’t return to the stage for several years.
This program reflects the many facets of contemporary ballet. Martinez’s Resonance has been described by critics as a “rush of beauty, speed and surprises.” See it along with Vesak’s deeply emotional and exhilarating “Belong,” and world premieres by former Boston Ballet Principal Dancer Yury Yanowsky and by award-winning choreographer Karol Armitage. Dubbed “the punk ballerina” … Continued
Only When I Dance Film Screening
Strand Theatre
Boston Ballet will be hosting a film screening of “Only When I Dance” featuring Boston Ballet company member Irlan Silva. The film follows two poor Brazilian ballet students in their quest to escape the slums of Rio de Janiero. One critic notes that “what sets this documentary apart from so many other ballet films is … Continued
National Choreography Month Boston Shorts Jan 29-31
The Dance Complex
Open Conversations | Performances A series of shorts showcasing 3 NACHMO Artists each evening preceding CATALYST Performances Friday January 29th, 7:00-7:45PM Juliana Utz Josie Bray Lily Cryan Cupcake/Muffin* Saturday January 30th, 7:00-7:45PM Deadfall Meghan Carmichael Carlee Travis Sunday January 31st, 6:00-6:45PM Heather Brown Jordan Jamil* Claire Johannes* Penumbra *artists marked with an asterisk will be presenting this work again … Continued
See new work from 20 local dance artists that celebrate the vibrant creativity of the Boston dance scene and forge new artistic connections that strengthen our community. 6 PM Mai Telesford, Alive, Jenny Oliver, Jennifer Lin, Deidre Lewis, Jordan Jamil, Claire Johannes, Lianna Percoco, Wisty Andres and Metamovements 8 PM Intimations Dance, Grant Jacoby, … Continued
Gogofski will play a concert of songs and instrumentals from Macedonia, Bosnia, and Serbia, including The Most Beautiful Song in the World as a benefit for the Armory’s soundproofing program. The cafe serves food, beer, and wine; you can have a light supper while listening. The cafe has a nice wood floor and room to … Continued