DANCE TALKS

Christopher Bruce’s Rooster saunters in with swagger on a mixed bill spanning styles, set to the timeless tunes of The Rolling Stones. True to Bruce’s choreographic voice, it speaks to human nature at its core. This Dance Talk highlights Rooster with its legendary creator, joined by First Soloist Tyler Donatelli and former First Soloist Kelly Myernick, while also reflecting on Bruce’s remarkable career and his celebrated tenure as Houston Ballet Associate Choreographer.

Listen to artists of Houston Ballet discuss Stanton Welch’s striking production of Sylvia and the challenge of navigating three heroines, two worlds, and one epic story of love.

Artists of Houston Ballet come together to give insight into the ballets of Broken Wings, a fresh mixed repertory program featuring a world premiere, Houston Ballet premiere, and return of a fan favorite.

In 2018, award-winning choreographer Alice Topp created Lighthouse on Houston Ballet II for their tour to San Angelo in October of 2019. Now, Topp returns to Houston Ballet in the Spring of 2026 to set her first work on the main company. Join us for a sneak peek into her world premiere before it hits the stage.

Don’t miss the chance to join us for our final Dance Talk of the season as we step into the psyche of one of ballet's most coveted roles: Giselle.

In our first Dance Talk of the season, we explore John Cranko’s Onegin, based on Alexander Pushkin’s celebrated verse-novel of love, longing, and missed opportunities. In a conversation led by Elizabeth Klett, Professor of Literature at the University of Houston-Clear Lake, hear from Principals Jessica Collado and Aaron Robison alongside stager Reid Anderson-Graefe as they reflect on how Cranko brings story, character, and emotion to life onstage.