Georges Bizet was only 17 years old when he composed his Symphony in C Major, but it was lost for nearly 80 years. Balanchine got wind of the rediscovered piece from Igor Stravinsky, and in 1947 choreographed La Palais de Cristal for the @Ballet de l'Opéra de Paris on Bizet's work. One year later, Balanchine staged the ballet for NYCB's first performance, having refined the costumes and set design, and simplified its title to Symphony In C. The ballet instantly became one of NYCB's signature wor

THEME AND VARIATIONS is one of George Balanchine's most iconic ballets, requiring shimmering technique and heroic stamina. Set to Peter Ilyitch Tchaikovsky’s glorious score, this classic work evokes the golden age of classical ballet. On stage July 7–9 at the Metropolitan Opera House ✨ 🎟: https://bit.ly/ABTSummerSeason22_ThemeAndVariations | American Ballet Theatre

On MAR 11 at 8 PM we begin streaming the final ballet in THREE SIDES OF BALANCHINE, Stravinsky Violin Concerto. Representing Balanchine's signature neoclassical style and set to an Igor Stravinsky score, this 1972 masterwork is an exemplar of their landmark 20th-century collaboration. Catch the accompanying Inside NYCB presentation on MAR 9 at 8 PM. Both are available to view through MAR 18. | New York City Ballet

Bring the whole family for an unforgettable celebration of holiday enchantment — enjoy dazzling evenings and delightful matinees! Get your tickets today! George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® December 5-31 Academy of Music 🩰: Arian Molina Soca, Dayesi Torriente, Federico D’Ortenzi, Jack Sprance, Mayfield Myers, Emily Wilson, and Gabriela Mesa of Philadelphia Ballet. | Philadelphia Ballet

Step into a world of wonder this holiday season—George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®, Philadelphia Ballet’s cherished local tradition. Join in on the fun today! 📽️: Arian Molina Soca⁠ 🩰: Artists of Philadelphia Ballet with Students of School of Philadelphia Ballet in George Balanchine's The Nutcracker®, choreography by George Balanchine, © The George Balanchine Trust. | Philadelphia Ballet

Allegro Brillante dazzles with its intricate choreography, which Balanchine once said “contains everything I know about the classical ballet – in thirteen minutes”. See it on All Balanchine, JAN 22 through 29. | New York City Ballet

ABCs of NYCB: Spooky Edition! V is for Valse Fantaisie, the Balanchine ballet set to Mikhail Glinka's eponymous score, nicknamed the Melancholy Waltz. Though plotless, its swooning music and nonstop, whirling movement lend themselves to a suspenseful, delirious tenor. Inspired by The School of American Ballet's list of spooky ballets, we compiled selections from scores in our repertory with slightly macabre vibes, including some pieces you may have heard during the Digital Fall. Set the tone wit