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Friday January 25, 2013 8:00 PM

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Four ballets with dynamic inspiration: Stravinsky incorporated Tschaikovsky’s melodies into his poignant divertimento; the score for Tschaikovsky Pas de Deux was originally composed for Swan Lake; Peter Martins’ Bal de Couture takes its cue from stunning costumes by legendary designer Valentino; and Diamonds, the third act of Balanchine’s plotless full-length Jewels, is an homage to his Russian heritage.

  • Location:

  • David H. Koch Theater
  • Running Time:

  • 2 Hr. 28 Min.

ALL TSCHAIKOVSKY

  • Divertimento from 'Le Baiser de la Fée'

    • Music by: Igor Stravinsky
    • Choreography by: George Balanchine

    Incorporating melodies by Tschaikovsky, Stravinsky’s divertimento is the passionate yet mysteriously foreboding groundwork for Balanchine’s ephemeral choreography.

  • Tschaikovsky Pas de Deux

    • Music by: Peter Ilyitch Tschaikovsky
    • Choreography by: George Balanchine
    • Principal Casting: May 21: Megan Fairchild, Joaquin De Luz

    Set to music originally composed for Swan Lake, this virtuosic ballet is beautiful and beloved — a 9-minute adrenaline rush for dancers and audiences alike.

  • Bal de Couture

    • Music by: Peter Ilyitch Tschaikovsky
    • Choreography by: Peter Martins


  • Diamonds 

    • Music by: Peter Ilyitch Tschaikovsky
    • Choreography by: George Balanchine

    With its symphonic Tschaikovsky score, Diamonds venerates the regality of Balanchine’s native Russia for an elegant and romantic experience.

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