Dance Theatre of Harlem

Donizetti Variations by George Balanchine (26 minutes)
Intermission: 20 minutes
New Bach by Robert Garland (16 minutes)
Pause: 4 minutes
Passage of Being (excerpt) by Jodie Gates (10 minutes)
Intermission: 20 minutes
Blake Works IV (The Barre Project) by William Forsythe (23 minutes)

With the NAC Orchestra

A variation on ballet

Dance Theatre of Harlem is a singular presence in the ballet world, presenting and touring a powerful vision for ballet in the 21st century. The multi-ethnic company performs a forward-thinking repertoire that includes treasured classics—neoclassical works by George Balanchine and Artistic Director, Robert Garland—as well as innovative contemporary works that use the language of ballet and honour founder Arthur Mitchell’s belief that ballet belongs to everyone. For over 56 years, the company has been committed to the message of empowerment through the arts for all.

In this specially curated program, the elegance, virtuosity, and technical prowess of the 18-member company are on full display. Joined for the first half and for the first time by the National Arts Centre Orchestra, the crowd-pleasing evening brings together an impressive range of movement and musical expressions and includes work by the incomparable William Forsythe.

Did You Know?
Dance Theatre of Harlem was formed in 1969, at the height of the civil rights movement by Arthur Mitchell and Karel Shook, and has become a beacon of inclusion and innovation.

Interesting Fact
In 1992, DTH became the first American ballet company to perform in South Africa at the invitation of Nelson Mandela during apartheid.