Lighting Up The Vail Stages This Summer Will Be Alonzo King’s Lines Ballet Of San Francisco, A New Dorrance Dance Production The Center Will Not Hold, Philadelphia’s Balletx As Part Of Its 20th-Anniversary Tour, A Balanchine Celebration Evening Featuring Festival Stars And Colorado Ballet, The Vail Return Of Paul Taylor Dance Company, The Festival Debut Of A.I.M By Kyle Abraham, As Well As Debuts And Appearances By Festival Stars Including Artists From New York City Ballet, American Ballet Theatre, Royal Danish Ballet, Philadelphia Ballet, And More!
Schedule Of Events:
Festival Performances:
7:30pm - Now: Premieres
Now: Premieres Is The Festival’s Annual Showcase Of New Commissioned Dance Works, All Making Their Debut On One Legendary Night, Performed By An Extraordinary Cast Of Dancers And Musicians. This Season’s Choreographers Will Include Robert Battle*, Michelle Dorrance, Justin Peck, Gianna Reisen*, Bobbi Jene Smith, My’kal Stromile*, And Melissa Toogood.
Location: Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater
Festival Events:
9:00am - Master Class: Ballet With Calvin Royal Iii
Described As "…The Most Elegant Male Dancer In The Company…" American Ballet Theater Principal Dancer Calvin Royal Iii Has Risen To The Top Of The Field. Committed To The Constant Pursuit Of Artistic Development, Mr. Royal Has Had Fellowships With Paris Opera Ballet, Royal Ballet, Marinsky Ballet And Royal Danish Ballet. Join Mr. Royal In His Inspiring Exploration Of Technique And Artistry Through His Generous Spirit In The Studio.
Location: Vail Mountain School
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