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Founded in 1982 by Alonzo King with Robert Rosenwasser and Pam Hagen, Alonzo King LINES Ballet is a San Francisco-based company renowned for intricate movement structures and evocative visual storytelling. The company blends classical ballet vocabulary with modern, architectural phrasing, creating performance experiences described as thinky, emotionally resonant, and impeccably crafted. Led by choreographer Alonzo King, the company has earned international recognition and a dedicated audience on the West Coast and beyond.

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The essentials

Quick Facts About Alonzo King Lines Ballet

  • Founded in 1982 by Alonzo King (with Robert Rosenwasser and Pam Hagen); based in San Francisco and known for 'thought structures' in movement.
  • 2025 season features a world premiere with Ambrose Akinmusire (live music) and a revival of Scheherazade; Fall 2025 includes Deep River at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts.
  • Major awards include Dance Magazine Award (2020), California Hall of Fame (2022), Doris Duke Artist Award (2015), and Kennedy Center Master of Choreography (2005).
  • Discography includes two Arthaus Musik video releases (Blu-ray and DVD) in 2012 documenting early works; additional film and media projects include ORIGINS (2025) screened at multiple venues.
  • Social media presence is active across major platforms (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok) via the official site’s social links.

The records

Alonzo King Lines Ballet Discography

  • Honey From a Winter Stone
    2025 · Nonesuch
  • Owl Song
    2023 · Nonesuch
  • On the Tender Spot of Every Calloused Moment
    2020 · Blue Note Records
  • Origami Harvest
    2018 · Blue Note Records
  • When the Heart Emerges Glistening
    2011 · Blue Note Records
  • Prelude... to Cora
    2008 · Fresh Sound New Talent
  • So Intense
    1991 · Elektra

The hits

Top Alonzo King Lines Ballet Songs

  • Love Will Know
    2010 · US Dance: N/A; US R&B: N/A
  • Didn't I (Blow Your Mind This Time)
    2000 · N/A
  • Gimme Shelter
    1998 · US Dance 29
  • A Deeper Love (Aretha Franklin featuring Lisa Fischer)
    1994 · US Dance 1?; US Chart: 63
  • Colors of Love
    1993 · US R&B 18; US Dance 24
  • So Intense
    1992 · US R&B 15
  • Glad to Be Alive
    1990 · US R&B 31
  • On the Upside
    1983 · US Dance 7
  • Only Love (Shadows)
    1984 · N/A

About the company

ALONZO KING LINES BALLET was founded in 1982 in San Francisco, California. Known for its emphasis on “thought structures” in movement, the company crafts dances that explore space, time, breath, and intention. The company has received numerous honors, including the Dance Magazine Award (2020), the California Hall of Fame (2022), the Doris Duke Artist Award (2015), and the Kennedy Center Master of Choreography (2005). The ensemble collaborates with composers, musicians, and multidisciplinary artists to create immersive experiences.

Upcoming 2025 season and notable works

  • World premiere collaboration with Ambrose Akinmusire featuring live music and movement, expanding the company’s exploratory approach to performance.
  • Revival of Scheherazade, a signature work that revisits storytelling through intricate choreography and lush staging.
  • Fall 2025: Deep River, presented at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, continuing the company’s tradition of blending narrative with musical dialogue.

For fans and first-time attendees alike, Alonzo King LINES Ballet offers a refined, non-flashy experience that emphasizes craft, communication, and artistry. Each program stands alone—perfect for those seeking thoughtful, technically precise ballet with a contemporary edge.

Social media and official updates: stay connected via the company’s official pages for behind-the-scenes insights, rehearsal clips, and performance announcements. Follow and engage on your favorite platforms as new dates and venues are announced.

Social links: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok.

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