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To the Pointe: A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Mar 11, 2024
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All You Need to Know About A Midsummer Night’s Dream Before You Go!

Get a quick overview of George Balanchine’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream: hear about the ballet’s creation in 1960s New York, revisit the story to figure out which dancer is Hermia and which one is Helena, and find out what to look for in this magical and mystical ballet!

 

Header Photo: Cavan Conley in Balanchine’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream // Choreography by George Balanchine © The Balanchine Trust; Photo © Erik Tomasson
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