1. Audiences will enjoy three spectacular classical programs, Swan Lake, Raymonda as part of Spring Experience, and The Nutcracker, all re-envisioned by Artistic Director Mikko Nissinen. Boston Ballet is committed to preserving the absolute best of ballet’s legacy while reimagining the traditional ballet canon for today’s audiences.
2. The beloved Fall, Winter, and Spring Experience programs return with an all-new lineup of works. These jam-packed mixed-repertoire programs offer something for everyone to enjoy, whether brand-new to ballet or lifelong fans. In each program, audiences will see three or four unique ballets from world-renowned choreographers like George Balanchine and Jiří Kylián. It’s a great way to enjoy beloved favorites and discover something new.
3. Boston Ballet continues its commitment to the ChoreograpHER Initiative, highlighting female choreographers. The season kicks off with Fall Experience, featuring Crystal Pite’s powerhouse The Seasons’ Canon, Boston Ballet Principal Dancer Lia Cirio’s highly anticipated world premiere, and the return of Sabrina Matthews’ Ein von Viel. Plus, Claudia Schreier’s Slipstream returns in Winter Experience after rave reviews in 2021.
4. The Company will perform three works for the first time: Jean-Christophe Maillot’s Roméo et Juliette, Crystal Pite’s The Seasons’ Canon, and Jiří Kylián’s 27’52”. Roméo et Juliette is a fresh take on an iconic story with contemporary choreography and minimalistic sets, placing focus on the dancer’s artistry and dramatic power. The Seasons’ Canon is a powerhouse ballet featuring 54 dancers on stage together. 27’52” combines poetry, music, and dance in a new light for an incredible, theatrical work.
5. Principal Dancer Lia Cirio is not only debuting her second mainstage ballet as part of Fall Experience, she’s also celebrating 21 years as a dancer with the Company. Rising from Boston Ballet II to principal dancer, Cirio’s success as a dancer and choreographer will be in the spotlight this season. Her works showcase a brilliant pairing of her own personal style and technique with her ability to highlight the unique talent of her fellow dancers.