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Welcome to your one-stop guide for Dances At A Gathering, a landmark neoclassical ballet conceived by a foundational figure in American dance. This page offers a detailed biography, highlights from the ballet's discography-inspired score, and up-to-date information on upcoming performances. We’ve got you covered for a smooth, no-fuss experience when securing your seats in venues across the country.

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Originating as a pas de deux and expanding to a ten-dancer ensemble, this piece sets an hour-long suite of Frédéric Chopin piano works to create a plotless, communal dance experience. Choreographed by Jerome Robbins, the work reflects Robbins’s towering influence on American ballet, celebrated through collaborations and festival showings, including a recent excerpt at the Joyce Theater during the Jerome Robbins Ballet Festival in 2025.

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Whether you’re near the theater district or planning a dance-focused trip, we’ve got the insights to help you find the right date and secure your seats with ease. Follow official channels for the latest updates from the Joyce Theater and related artists, and enjoy a trusted path to live performance.

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Explore the performer’s background, notable works, and upcoming engagements. Dances At A Gathering sits within the lineage of Robbins’s choreographic legacy, influenced by piano-driven interpretation and a communal, ensemble-driven approach. Stay informed about the 2025 Joyce Theater presentation and other potential engagements, including regional residencies and festival appearances. For ongoing updates, check official social media and websites listed below.

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  • Choreography: Jerome Robbins
  • Music: Frédéric Chopin (solo piano works)
  • Genre: Neoclassical, plotless, communal dance
  • Origin: Began as a pas de deux with Edward Villella and Patricia McBride, expanded to ten dancers
  • 2025 Highlight: Excerpt presented at the Joyce Theater during the Jerome Robbins Ballet Festival (Aug 12–17, 2025, NYC)

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Quick Facts About Dances At A Gathering

  • Choreographer: Jerome Robbins; premiered May 22, 1969 at the New York State Theater with NYCB.
  • Music: Frédéric Chopin piano works; the ballet is scored as an hour-long suite of Chopin pieces.
  • Genre/style: Neoclassical ballet; plotless, communal dance to solo piano works.
  • Origin: Began as a pas de deux for Edward Villella and Patricia McBride and expanded to ten dancers.
  • 2025 tour/venued: Dances at a Gathering was presented as an excerpt in the Joyce Theater’s Jerome Robbins Ballet Festival (Aug 12–17, 2025, NYC).
  • Major awards/achievements: Robbins’ career earned multiple honors including an Academy Award (West Side Story film), Tony Awards for choreography (e.g., West Side Story; Fiddler on the Roof) and a Kennedy Center Honor; he is widely celebrated as a foundational figure in American ballet.

Explore the performer’s background, notable works, and upcoming engagements. Dances At A Gathering sits within the lineage of Robbins’s choreographic legacy, influenced by piano-driven interpretation and a communal, ensemble-driven approach. Stay informed about the 2025 Joyce Theater presentation and other potential engagements, including regional residencies and festival appearances. For ongoing updates, check official social media and websites listed below.

  • Choreography: Jerome Robbins
  • Music: Frédéric Chopin (solo piano works)
  • Genre: Neoclassical, plotless, communal dance
  • Origin: Began as a pas de deux with Edward Villella and Patricia McBride, expanded to ten dancers
  • 2025 Highlight: Excerpt presented at the Joyce Theater during the Jerome Robbins Ballet Festival (Aug 12–17, 2025, NYC)

Venue details and performance dates are listed with each event page to help you secure your seats quickly and confidently. For a full experience, connect with official channels and keep an eye on venue announcements for the latest scheduling.

Social follow links for official updates: Joyce Theater: @thejoycetheater

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