Schedule of Events:

Macmillan, Bond, and Cornejo

Kaatsbaan kicks off its Fall Festival with a triple bill of new and rarely-seen classical works, including the long-awaited return of Kenneth MacMillan's Ballade, a chamber work that has not graced the stage since 1972. Also on the program is an excerpt of Gemma Bond’s brand-new Brain on Fire, commissioned for CoLab Dance. And closing out the evening is The Apartment, an electrifying, tango-inspired duet created and performed by American Ballet Theatre principal dancer Herman Cornejo with his sister Erica Cornejo.

Ticket holders at the $100 level are also invited to join us on September 9th at 3:30 pm for a pre-show discussion and demonstration of this historic program with Kaatsbaan co-founder Kevin McKenzie and Kate Lyons of the Kenneth MacMillan Project. Refreshments and libations will be served 4:30–5:30.

Date:
6:00 PM, September 9, 2023
1:00 PM, September 10, 2023
60 minutes

Location: Mountain Stage, OUTDOORS

$45 General, $75 Premium
$100 pre-show talk (9/9 only)

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Lift Co-Presented With Upstate Films:

This documentary follows a small New York City ballet company who holds auditions in underserved communities. The director of the company, Steven Melendez, who also started his career as a dancer at the age of 7 in a homeless shelter, mentors the young dancers through the rigor, art, and discipline of dance. The experience inspires them to pursue careers beyond what they originally thought possible. By allowing us to view homelessness through the lens of ballet, Lift focuses on the uplifting change that is possible for a person as well as a community. Conversation with Steven Melendez and Kaatsbaan Artistic Associate Adam Weinert, following the screening.

Date:
Sunday, September 17, 2023
7:00PM
87 minutes

Location: Starr Cinema, Rhinebeck, NY

Cost: $11 adults, $9 seniors, $7 under 16

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World Premiere of Choreographer Roderick George's The Missing Fruit:

Performed by his company kNoname Artist, Roderick George premieres his latest choreographic piece The Missing Fruit, a work inspired by the 2020 Black Lives Matter protests. The company’s unique combination of movements explore the experiences of Black, indigenous, and people of color to shed light on their struggles against oppression while celebrating the resilience and joy within their communities. Dance forms, from classical ballet to breakdance to acrobatics, layer together to convey the complexity of systems and difference while seeking space for reflection and celebration.

Date:
September 22 & 23, 2023
6:00 PM
65 minutes

Location: Mountain Stage, OUTDOORS

Cost: $45 General, $75 Premium

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New York Theatre Ballet:

Join the acclaimed New York Theatre Ballet for enchanting performances of the beloved Once Upon a Ballet series. Perfect for audiences aged 3 and up, this one-hour program brings to life the timeless tale of The Firebird, featuring delightful choreography by Richard Holden alongside Merce Cunningham’s playful Scramble. Don't miss this magical experience that will captivate young and old alike.

Date:
Sunday, September 24, 2023
1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:30 PM
60 minutes

Location: Black Box Theater

Cost:
$10 for 12 and under, $20 adults,
$50 for two children (12 and under) and two adults

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Ruckus Featuring Keir Gogwilt, Violin, and Line Dance Caller Sargent Seedoo:

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Ruckus, a dynamic and collaborative baroque band known for its visceral and playful approach. Their evocative performances have garnered widespread acclaim, seamlessly blending delicate nuances with powerful, energetic moments. In this special program, Ruckus joins forces with Keir GoGwilt and acclaimed line dance caller Sargent Seedoo, igniting the stage with infectious rhythms that will have the audience on their feet.

Date:
Friday, September 29, 2023
7:00 PM
90 minutes

Location: Black Box Theater

Cost: $25 General Admission

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Tan Dun’s Ghost Opera:

Pipa virtuoso Wu Man and the Attacca Quartet team up for a new production of Tan Dun’s Ghost Opera, a pioneering work that dramatically combines elements of both Chinese and Western cultures. Wu Man has been associated with the piece since its composition 30 years ago. Ghost Opera evokes the spirits of Bach and Shakespeare—in the manner of ancient folk traditions and traditional shamanistic Chinese music, complete with elements of paper, water, stone, metal, and vocals. This new production, in association with the Ojai Music Festival, incorporates dance via dancer/choreographer PeiJu Chien-Pott and is reimagined through Jon Reimer’s direction.

Ghost Opera Composed by Tan Dun Presented under license by G. Schirmer, Inc., copyright owner

Date:
7:00 PM, September 30, 2023
1:00 PM, October 1, 2023
60 minutes

Location: Black Box Theater

Cost: $45 General Admission

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Fest Date: September 9 - October 1, 2023

Location: Kaatsbaan Cultural Park - 120 Broadway Tivoli, NY 12583

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