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GALA PERFORMANCE

GALA PERFORMANCE

SF BALLET’S NIGHT OF NIGHTS

Step into an unforgettable evening of boundless inspiration. This one-night-only program, presented by our artistic director Tamara Rojo, promises to captivate and uplift audience souls as we celebrate the joy of dance. Join us to experience the transformative power of our artistry as we launch the season with breathtaking ballet full of passion, love, drama, and elegance.

THE NIGHT DOESN’T END WHEN THE CURTAIN FALLS

Dance the night away at our post-performance After Party at City Hall! Enhance your experience by adding this exclusive event to your ticket directly from your cart. Join fellow dance lovers for an unforgettable night of music, dancing, and joy. Groove to the beats of Bay Area DJs and a live band, enjoy the sparkling atmosphere, and raise a toast to the power of dance.

Purchasing Gala performance and After Party tickets directly supports SF Ballet’s mission to share the transformative magic of dance with everyone. Gala proceeds help us create groundbreaking new works, preserve ballet’s timeless masterpieces, and provide scholarships for young artists at the SF Ballet School. Gala funds also benefit our community education programs, which serve Bay Area youth, families, and seniors, spreading the love of ballet.

Don’t miss this spectacular evening and be part of a night celebrating the heart of ballet while supporting the lasting impact of the performing arts in our community.

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OPENING NIGHT GALA SCHEDULE

Manon Act 1 Bedroom pas de deux (Sir Kenneth MacMillan)
Raymonda Act 3 Hungarian Dance (Tamara Rojo)
Three Preludes (Ben Stevenson)
5 Tango's Male Solo (Hans van Manen)
Dust pas de deux (Akram Khan)
Chroma 3rd Movement pas de deux (Wayne McGregor)
No Man's Land pas de deux (Liam Scarlett)
After the Rain (Christopher Wheeldon)
Symphony in C 4th Movement & Finale (George Balanchine)

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Date: January 22, 2025

Time: 8 PM (After Party* begins immediately after the performance)

Location: War Memorial Opera House
(301 Van Ness Ave) and San Francisco City Hall (General Admission After party entrance) on Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place (Polk Street) between McAllister Street and Grove Street).

*General Admission After Party tickets can be purchased as an add-on to the performance ticket or as after party-only tickets here.