February 7-14, 2025 The Rite of Spring
A Ritual. A Chosen One. A Sacrifice.
7 for Eight
Music by Johann Sebastian Bach
Choreography by Helgi Tomasson
Opening the program will be 7 for Eight by former San Francisco Ballet Artistic Director Helgi Tomasson. 7 for Eight brings fluid, dramatic choreography intertwining eight dancers with the intricate melodies of seven Johann Sebastian Bach concertos, performed by the Atlanta Ballet Orchestra.
The Rite of Spring
A World Premiere
Underwritten by Katherine Scott
Music by Igor Stravinsky
Choreography by Claudia Schreier
With the Atlanta Ballet Orchestra
Raw, instinctual and emotionally powerful, Claudia Schreier's The Rite of Spring tells the story of humanity's struggle against nature's inescapable forces. Set to the iconic Stravinsky score, performed with mystery and majesty by the Atlanta Ballet Orchestra.
The Rite of Spring is recommended for ages 12 and up.
The run time for this performance is 1 hour and 30 minutes, inclusive of intermission.
Emily Carrico. Photo by Rachel Neville.