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2020/21 A SEASON OF has always been about togetherness. Now more than ever, we cannot“ wait to share our art with you. – Julie Kent

A SEASON OF BEAUTY DELIGHT WONDER NEXTsteps A NIGHT OF RATMANSKY

New works by Silas Farley, Dana Genshaft, Fresh, forward works by and Stanton Welch MARCH 3 – 7, 2021 SEPTEMBER 30 – OCTOBER 4, 2020 The Kennedy Center, Eisenhower Theater The Harman Center for the Arts, Shakespeare Theatre The Washington is thrilled to present an evening of works continues to champion the by Alexei Ratmansky, Theatre’s prolific artist-in- advancement and evolution of dance in the 21st century. residence. Known for his musicality, energy, and classicism, the NEXTsteps, The Washington Ballet’s 2020/21 season opener, renowned choreographer is defining what looks brings fresh, new created on TWB dancers to the like in the 21st century. In addition to the 17 ballets he’s created nation’s capital. With works by emerging and acclaimed for ABT, Ratmansky has choreographed genre-defining ballets choreographers Silas Farley, dancer and choreographer for the , the , the Royal with the Ballet; Dana Genshaft, former San Swedish Ballet, , , Francisco Ballet soloist and returning TWB choreographer; , and more, as well as and Stanton Welch, Artistic Director of the , for ballet greats Nina Ananiashvili, Diana Vishneva, and Mikhail energy and inspiration will abound from the studio, to the Baryshnikov. A Night of RATMANSKY will showcase a variety of stage, and into the audience. his impactful works.

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Choreography by Septime Webre Music by Adolphe Adam Music by Choreography after Jules Perrot and Jean Coralli with additional staging and choreography by Julie Kent NOVEMBER 28 – DECEMBER 27, 2020 and Victor Barbee The Warner Theatre APRIL 7 – 11, 2021 Dancers leap within the most-charming-of DC snowstorms The Warner Theatre and waltz through bursting cherry blossoms in our captivating iteration of the holiday classic, . Giselle, the quintessential Romantic Era ballet, embodies the Choreographed by Septime Webre, this DC-centric production fantasy, etherealism, and supernaturalism that was so popular is set in 1882 Georgetown with George Washington as the in art and literature in the early . This two-act ballet heroic Nutcracker and historic characters including Frederick tells the tragic story of Giselle, a lovely peasant girl, who falls Douglass, John Paul Jones, and Harriet Tubman. This spirited, for the charms of the deceitful Count Albrecht. When the truth all-American production has become a beloved and highly- is revealed, Giselle dies of heartbreak. Deep in the forest, anticipated holiday favorite in the nation’s capital. she rises from her grave and with the beautiful and irresistible Wilis. As the spirits of maidens who were wronged by their lovers, they take revenge by compelling men to dance until they perish. In the end, Giselle not only saves Albrecht from the Wilis, she saves herself from becoming one of them.

Choreography by Ben Stevenson Music by

MAY 12 – 16, 2021 The Kennedy Center, Eisenhower Theater

Cinderella, the much-loved, familiar fairy tale comes to life on stage with stunning sets, fanciful costumes, and Sergei Prokofiev’s enchanting score. This rags-to-riches tale reminds us that dreams do come true. Ben Stevenson originally choreographed his version of Cinderella in 1970 for the National Ballet in Washington, DC. Stevenson’s staging and choreography imbue a feeling of lightness throughout the production, which further emphasizes the joy of this beloved fairy tale.

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FAMILY SERIES MAINSTAGE SERIES (The Nutcracker, (NEXTsteps, RATMANSKY, Giselle, Cinderella) Giselle, Cinderella) Friday Night, Wednesday Preview Thursday Saturday Night Saturday Matinee, Seat Location Saturday Matinee, Night, Sunday Night Opening Night Sunday Matinee Sunday Matinee Box/Premium $406.00 $498.00 $436.00 $484.00 --- Level 1 $337.00 $415.00 $368.00 $403.00 --- Level 2 Orch/Balc $277.00 $373.00 $328.00 $361.00 $227.00 Level 3 Orch/Balc $225.00 $263.00 $247.00 $260.00 $174.00 Level 4 Orch/Balc $166.00 $196.00 $179.00 $189.00 $135.00 Level 5 Orchestra $114.00 $125.00 $122.00 $125.00 $103.00

MAINSTAGE SEASON TICKET PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

RATMANSKY: Performance Dates NEXTsteps Giselle Cinderella New/Classical

Preview - Wed Night September 30, 7:30PM March 3, 8:00PM April 7, 7:30PM May 12, 8:00PM Opening - Thursday Night October 1, 7:30PM March 4, 8:00PM April 8, 7:30PM May 13, 8:00PM Friday Night October 2, 7:30PM March 5, 8:00PM April 9, 7:30PM May 14, 8:00PM Saturday Matinee October 3, 1:30PM March 6, 2:00PM April 10, 1:30PM May 15, 2:00PM Saturday Night October 3, 7:30PM March 6, 8:00PM April 10, 7:30PM May 15, 8:00PM Sunday Matinee October 4, 1:30PM March 7, 2:00PM April 11, 1:30PM May 16, 2:00PM Sunday Night Select Alt. Performance* March 7, 7:00PM April 11, 7:00PM May 16, 7:00PM

*Option to choose tickets to any other performance date in your pricing level

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ORCHESTRA Level 5 Tix N/A STAGE ORCHESTRA

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JULIE KENT, ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

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Dancers, in order of appearance: Victoria Arrea, Ashley Murphy-Wilson, Masanori Takiguchi, and Alexa Torres Marketing and design services provided by: Photos courtesy Procopio Photography, wardrobe courtesy WONDER Saks Fifth Avenue