The Washington Ballet

The Washington Ballet presents Justin Peck’s In Creases, Jirí Kylián’s Petite Mort and William Forsythe’s In the Middle, Somewhat Elevated

Three works, at one time radical and innovative, have since informed the next wave of contemporary ballet choreographers and audiences.

Petite Mort

Haunting, joyful and provocative. Set to two sublime Mozart piano concertos.

Choreography
Jirí Kylián

Music
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Piano Concerto in C Major
(KV 467), Andante; Piano Concerto in A Major (KV 488), Adagio

In Creases

Company Premiere

“…Mr. Peck has quickly become the most eminent choreographer of ballet in the United States.” The New York Times

A witty quick-paced piece from ballet’s established 28 year old virtuosic choreographer Justin Peck.

Choreography
Justin Peck

Music
Philip Glass, Four Movements for Two Pianos

In the Middle, Somewhat Elevated

This piece was critically recognized as an instant masterpiece. Set to electronic music, this sleek and aggressive choreography boldly accelerates and reorients traditional theme and variations to a dynamic 21st century art form.

Choreography
William Forsythe

Music
Thom Willems

Tickets: Single-Tickets $25-$118; Subscribers: $29-$103

Don’t forget to purchase your tickets to Beyond the Stage: Kylián, Peck, Forsythe and Dialogue with Dancers: Kylián, Peck, Forsythe to further enhance your understanding and enjoyment of the performances!