George Balanchine's Liebeslieder Walzer Tickets

George Balanchine's Liebeslieder Walzer is a ballet work choreographed by George Balanchine to the waltzes of Johannes Brahms (Liebeslieder, Op. 52 and Neue Liebeslieder, Op. 65). The piece premiered on November 12, 1960, at the New York City Center with the New York City Ballet. The two-part ballet blends intimate ballroom atmosphere with a grand, live-sung finale, featuring ballet dancers in elegant ballroom dresses and live musicians joining the performance on stage. Maintained and licensed by The George Balanchine Trust, the work remains a staple of Balanchine repertoire and is administered through Balanchine.com.

As a performer-focused page, we highlight the artistry, recording history, and touring patterns of Liebeslieder Walzer, while noting how companies program these ballets within broader seasons. Balanchine's legacy includes the Kennedy Center Honors in 1978, reflecting the impact of his contributions to American ballet. For the latest licensing details, performance opportunities, and official information, follow The Balanchine Trust and Balanchine.com, and stay connected with the New York City Ballet for program updates.

Biography and repertoire context: Liebeslieder Walzer is set to Brahms’ lush waltzes and staged as a two-part ballet—first an intimate ballroom sequence, then a second act with ballroom attire, a final Goethe-texted finale, and live vocal accompaniment. The Balanchine Trust oversees staging and costume details to preserve the work’s integrity. For fans and dancers, this production offers a refined example of Balanchine’s neoclassical style married to Romantic-era music.

Social media and official resources: The official channels for Balanchine-related content, including Liebeslieder Walzer, live on Balanchine.com and The Balanchine Trust, with additional updates via NYCB’s official site and social accounts. Follow these sources for licensing, repertory notes, and announcements. Social links: Balanchine Trust – official site: Balanchine.com and The Balanchine Trust social pages; NYCB – official site and social channels.