Kevin McKenzie, Artistic Director American Ballet Theatre Metropolitan Opera House Lincoln Center Plaza New York, NY 10023 May 13—July 6 Box office opens March 24 Prices start at $25 For tickets visit abt.org or The Metropolitan Opera House Box Office Lincoln Center Plaza T 212.362.6000 MAY 13 — All photos by Patrick Fraser JULY 6 THE METROPOLITAN OPERA HOUSE AT LINCOLN CENTER 2019 ABT.ORG “NOBODY IN RECENT DECADES HAS DONE MORE 10 TO MAKE (AND TRANSFORM) DANCE HISTORY.” —The New York Times American Ballet Theatre’s Spring 2019 season YEARS offers a celebration of Alexei Ratmansky’s unprecedented ten-year tenure as ABT Artist in Residence with performances of Harlequinade, Songs of Bukovina, On the Dnieper, Whipped Cream, The Sleeping Beauty and a new World Premiere. Ratmansky’s diverse repertoire of work has been lauded as “exemplifying classical style” (Alastair Macaulay, The New York Times) and “abounding in invention” (Apollinaire Scherr, The Financial Times). TMA Stella Abrera, Herman Cornejo, Cassandra Trenary, James Whiteside, Sarah Lane, Christine Shevchenko, Catherine Hurlin and Thomas Forster OF RATMANSKY R MAY 13 — WHIPPED CREAM MAY 24—29 Choreography by Alexei Ratmansky Music by Richard Strauss HARLEQUINADE THARP TRIO MAY 13—18 MAY 30—JUNE 3 Choreography by Marius Petipa RATMANSKY TRIO Choreography by Twyla Tharp Music by Riccardo Drigo MAY 21—23 Music by Johannes Brahms, Staging and Additional Choreography Franz Joseph Haydn, The Beach Boys by Alexei Ratmansky Choreography by Alexei Ratmansky and Philip Glass Music by Leonid Desyatnikov, Sergei Prokofiev and Alexander Glazunov MANON JUNE 17—22 Choreography by Kenneth MacMillan Music by Jules Massenet JANE EYRE SWAN LAKE JUNE 4—10 JUNE 24—29 Choreography by Cathy Marston Choreography by Kevin McKenzie after Music by Philip Feeney Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov Musical excerpts by Music by Peter Ilyitch Tchaikovsky Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel, Felix Mendelssohn and Franz Schubert THE SLEEPING BEAUTY JULY 1—6 Choreography by Marius Petipa Staging and Additional Choreography by Alexei Ratmansky Music by Peter Ilyitch Tchaikovsky LE CORSAIRE JUNE 11—15 Staging by Anna-Marie Holmes, after Marius Petipa, and Konstantin Sergeyev Music by Adolphe Adam, Césare Pugni, Léo Delibes, Riccardo Drigo and Prince Oldenbourg MAY 13—18 A MADCAP ADVENTURE OF YOUNG LOVERS Choreography by Marius Petipa Artist in Residence Alexei Ratmansky Staging and Additional brings this lost classic to life with a bold new Choreography by Alexei Ratmansky staging, inspired by the archival notes of Music by Riccardo Drigo Marius Petipa. Revel in pure comedic joy as Harlequin fights for his true love, Columbine, against her father’s wishes. Full of humor and delightful dancing, this tribute to the Italian commedia dell’arte tradition is a visual treat for the whole family. Leadership support for Harlequinade, part of The Ratmansky Project, has been generously provided by the Blavatnik Family Foundation and The Marjorie S. Isaac/Irving H. Isaac Fund. Sarah Lane and James Whiteside Choreography by Alexei Ratmansky Experience the magic of three one-act MAY 21—23 Music by Leonid Desyatnikov ballets choreographed by MacArthur Fellow (Songs of Bukovina) , Sergei Prokofiev Alexei Ratmanksy on the occasion of his 10th (On the Dnieper), and Anniversary as ABT Artist in Residence. Alexander Glazunov (Premiere) Tales of youthful love and selfless devotion are colorfully brought to life in Songs of Bukovina, On the Dnieper, and a World Premiere EXUBERANT FOLK featuring ABT’s versatile dancers. Leadership support for The Ratmansky Project has been TRADITIONS. provided by Avery and Andrew F. Barth, the Blavatnik Family Foundation, Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton E. James, and The Ted and Mary Jo Shen Charitable Gift Fund. On the Dnieper is generously sponsored by Leila and Mickey Straus and through an endowed gift from the SELFLESS DEVOTION. Toni and Martin Sosnoff New Works Fund. PASSAGE OF TIME. Christine Shevchenko, Thomas Forster and Catherine Hurlin and Catherine Thomas Forster Christine Shevchenko, MAY 24—29 SWEET INDULGENCE FUELS A DELIRIOUS DREAM Choreography by Alexei Ratmansky From the delicious imaginations of Music by Richard Strauss choreographer Alexei Ratmansky and pop surrealist artist Mark Ryden springs a whimsical adventure. A young boy overindulges at a Viennese pastry shop and falls into a delirium. He is ultimately rescued by Princess Praline when her delectable entourage of sweets comes to life. Leadership support for Whipped Cream, part of The Ratmansky Project, has been generously provided by the Blavatnik Family Foundation, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, and the Lloyd E. Rigler–Lawrence A. Deutsch Foundation. Arron Scott and Skylar Brandt MAY 30—JUNE 3 A MELODIOUS MASTERPIECE OF CLASSIC VOCABULARY. A CROSS-OVER BALLET SET TO THE BEACH BOYS. A TRANSCENDENT EXPERIENCE OF RAW PHYSICAL POWER. Choreography by Twyla Tharp Few choreographers have had as profound Music by Johannes Brahms, an impact on American dance as Twyla Tharp. Franz Joseph Haydn In these three astounding one acts, classical (Brahms-Haydn Variations), ballet mixes with modern forms, demonstrating The Beach Boys (Deuce Coupe), Tharp’s mastery of movement. This breadth Phillip Glass (In the Upper Room) of style is supported by the melodies of Brahms and Haydn, the compelling modern aesthetic of Philip Glass, and the playful rhythms of The Beach Boys. Champion support for ABT Women’s Movement is provided by Jenna Segal. Deuce Coupe is generously supported through an endowed gift from the Toni and Martin Sosnoff New Works Fund. Brahms-Haydn Variations was made possible by the generous support of Patsy and Jeff Tarr, the JCT Foundation and the 2wice Arts Foundation. Blaine Hoven, Luciana Paris, Skylar Brandt and Arron Scott and Arron Brandt Skylar Paris, Luciana Blaine Hoven, Choreography by Cathy Marston Cathy Martson’s Jane Eyre challenges the JUNE 4—10 Music by Philip Feeney idea of a classic ballet heroine. After a difficult Musical excerpts by upbringing, Jane becomes the Governess Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel, for the mysterious Mr. Rochester, discovering Felix Mendelssohn and Franz Schubert the struggles of society’s expectations. A literary classic brought to life by Marston’s stirring choreography and an enthralling AGAINST ALL ODDS, Victorian design, Jane Eyre shows that love A CLASSIC HEROINE can conquer any obstacle. STRIVES FOR LOVE ON Champion support for ABT Women’s Movement HER OWN TERMS is provided by Jenna Segal. This production is generously supported through an endowed gift from the Toni and Martin Sosnoff New Works Fund. Devon Teuscher and James Whiteside Teuscher Devon JUNE 11—15 A SUSPENSEFUL ABDUCTION AND DRAMATIC RESCUE DRIVEN BY LOVE Staged by Anna-Marie Holmes, after A dashing pirate’s love for a beautiful Marius Petipa, and Konstantin Sergeyev harem girl sets the scene for a thrilling Music by Adolphe Adam, treasure trove of love and drama—featuring Césare Pugni, Léo Delibes, one of the most famous pas de deux of Riccardo Drigo and Prince Oldenbourg the classical ballet repertoire. Boasting over 120 performers, Le Corsaire showcases explosive bravura dancing from ABT’s unbeatable roster of virtuoso dancers. American Ballet Theatre’s performances of Le Corsaire are generously underwritten through an endowed gift from Irene and Fred Shen. Devon Teuscher and Joo Won Ahn JUNE 17—22 A WOMAN MUST CHOOSE BETWEEN THE TEMPTATIONS OF WEALTH AND THE PROMISE OF TRUE LOVE Choreography by Kenneth MacMillan From the ornate salons of Paris to the Music by Jules Massenet mysterious wilds of colonial Louisiana, Kenneth MacMillan’s dramatic masterwork weaves an affecting tale of romance, desire and treachery. Set to Massenet’s lush score and inspired by the classic novel Manon Lescaut, this engrossing ballet soars to theatrical heights. American Ballet Theatre’s performances of Manon are generously supported through an endowed gift from Anka K. Palitz, in memory of Clarence Y. Palitz, Jr. Hee Seo, Calvin Royal III and Roman Zhurbin JUNE 24—29 ILL-FATED PASSION AND ULTIMATE FORGIVENESS Choreography by Kevin McKenzie after Of all the great classics performed by ABT Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov today, Swan Lake remains the quintessential Music by Peter Ilyitch Tchaikovsky ballet. Featuring the unforgettable corps de ballet moving in magical unison as the majestic, glimmering swans, this ballet has left audiences breathless for generations. This romantic fable of dreamlike transformation set to Tchaikovsky’s glorious score inspires awe and wonder. This production has been generously underwritten by R. Chemers Neustein. and CoryIsabella Boylston Stearns Choreography by Marius Petipa Alexei Ratmansky’s inspired reconstruction JULY 1—6 Staging and Additional Choreography of this classic ballet awakens the timeless by Alexei Ratmansky story of love triumphing over evil. Featuring Music by Peter Ilyitch Tchaikovsky 400 lavish costumes and magnificent storybook sets, the beloved tale of the beautiful Princess Aurora, the evil sorceress Carabosse, and the magical kiss of a handsome prince is certain to cast a spell on A TIMELESS FAIRYTALE your heart and spark your imagination. IN WHICH DREAMS COME TRUE ABT gratefully acknowledges the Lead Sponsor of The Sleeping Beauty, David H. Koch. Additional Leadership Support is generously provided by the Lloyd E Rigler – Lawrence E. Deutsch Foundation. G SLEEP Cassandra Trenary, Stella Abrera and Herman Cornejo Abrera Stella Trenary, Cassandra Stella Abrera Roberto Bolle Isabella Boylston Misty Copeland Herman Cornejo David Hallberg Sarah Lane Hee Seo Christine Shevchenko Daniil Simkin Cory Stearns Devon Teuscher James Whiteside Brooklyn Mack / Guest Artist In person: TICKETS The Metropolitan Opera Box Office, MAY 13—18 Lincoln Center Box office, phone and online sales begin Mon—Sat, 10:00am—8:00pm March 24 at Noon Sun, Noon—6:00pm HARLEQUINADE Call 212.362.6000 or visit abt.org. Mail orders to: ABT/Met, Metropolitan Opera House, Lincoln Center, New York, NY 10023 MAY 21—23 Visit abt.org for current pricing information. Prices may increase, based on demand. 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