Boston Ballet and Artistic Director Mikko Nissinen present Carmen, a double bill program featuring Florence Clerc’s Kingdom of the Shades and Resident Choreographer Jorma Elo’s Carmen. The Carmen program runs April 25–May 5 at the Citizens Opera House. (No proficiency required, just an opportunity to watch world class dancing!)
Performances
“Ballet Banquet,” an unforgettable celebration of dance. The performances open with “Ben’s Trumpet Suite,” a vibrant jazz-ballet piece based on the children’s story book, “Ben’s Trumpet,” by Caldecott Honor Award-winning author and illustrator Rachel Isadora. “Sleeping Beauty: The Awakening,” is an abridged version of the classic ballet choreographed by Gianni Di Marco, followed by “Baba … Continued
Embark on a journey through time with Fourth Dimension Tap Company’s “Nostalgia,” a captivating exploration of cherished memories and heartfelt emotions. We invite you to relive the magic of days gone by through the art of tap dance. Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with toe-tapping rhythms and heartwarming melodies. Let the music spark … Continued
North Atlantic Ballet’s world premiere of “Alice in Wonderland” pushes the boundaries of traditional storytelling reflecting the surreal and fantastical nature of Wonderland, immersing the audience in a dreamlike experience. Join us on a larger than life voyage into Lewis Carroll’s “Alice in Wonderland,” a mesmerizing journey alongside Alice as she bravely navigates Wonderland’s fantastical … Continued
MetaMovements (MM) International Choreo Project returns with brand new choreographies created by artists in Cuba and the Dominican Republic (DR)!
12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Boston-based dancers Anara Frank, Eli Pabon, Maite Abadia and Tina Cavicchio are collaborating with a group of artists on each island, as they develop exciting new choreographies to share with the world! Choose to be part of one choreo project from Cuba or DR or choose to be part of both! These choreographies will help … Continued
Celebrity Series presents Alvin Ailey at the Boch Center Wang Theatre. This season’s performances feature classic works by Alvin Ailey, notable selections by other modern and contemporary choreographers, and new commissions that carry forward the founder’s and the company’s legacy and depict the many facets of Black American life, culture, and history. Use the code MOVE25 to get 25% off … Continued
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Celebrate 20 years of FirstWorks! Mix and mingle with fellow supporters and friends over thrilling performances, drinks and small bites in our pop-up nightclub. Raise a glass to FirstWorks and raise your pulse to the passionate dance and music of flamenco legends Soledad Barrio and Noche Flamenca, plus special appearances by FirstWorks friends Becky Bass … Continued
7:30 pm
7:30 pm
Celebrating our 10th Anniversary in performance, we welcome you to the Boston University Dance Theatre as we indulge in reminiscence. This performance will feature the professional company, MOVERS {youth pre-professional company}, & ensemble {adult collective}. Choreographers: Artistic Director Kat Pantos, Amanda Whitworth, Marissa Masson, & Carolyn Breton-Pantos Time: 7:30PM | Doors Open 7PM General Admission … Continued
4:30 pm
4:30 pm
Join Continuum Dance Project for a free work-in-progress showing on May 4th. This event is part of a year long Artist Residency at the BU Wheelock’s Earl Center for Innovation and Learning. Rain date: May 5th.
Mind… Movement… Memory… This year’s Frontier Series will be a dynamic program inspired by the personal and professional interests of collaborating artist, choreographer/filmmaker, Alex Soares, from Brazil, and NCB resident choreographer and Artistic Director, Danielle Genest. The program explores the devastating impact of Alzheimer’s Disease through the lenses of dance, film/video, and the visceral connection … Continued