Fall 2026

George Balanchine's iconic Jewels sets off the 26-27 Season with its singular splendor, followed by five wide-ranging mixed repertory programs comprised of beloved classics and cutting-edge new works. The Fall Fashion Gala sees two world premieres, from Jennifer Archibald and Alysa Pires, advancing the field of choreography in keeping with the mission set forth by our founders. Returning to the stage is Kyle Abraham’s emotionally resonant Love Letter (on shuffle), set to music by James Blake, paired with the highly technical divertissements of Resident Choreographer Justin Peck's quixotic Pulcinella Variations. An enticingly eclectic program brings back two works recently added to the company’s richly varied repertory: Artist in Residence Alexei Ratmansky's poignant Solitude from 2024 and Christopher Wheeldon’s streamlined Continuum, which made its NYCB premiere in Spring 2026. Following a lengthy hiatus, the company revives Balanchine’s avant-garde Pithoprakta, set to Iannis Xenakis’ experimental score, and additional highlights include favorites such as Balanchine’s bravura-filled Theme and Variations and Jerome Robbins’ eternally witty The Concert.