Join us on Friday, November 20 for a memorable Dartmouth evening at the Royal Ballet and Opera, featuring a ballet performance of Visionaries: Robbins and MacMillian along with a pre-performance talk by Steve Swayne, the Jacob H. Strauss 1922 Professor of Music at Dartmouth College.
Held at the iconic Royal Opera House, Visionaries offers two profound meditations on humanity, community, and connection. This mixed program features Jerome Robbins’ Dances at a Gathering and Kenneth MacMillan’s Song of the Earth.
The evening will begin with a reception at Harry’s Covent Garden, with time to meet and mingle with Dartmouth alumni, family, and friends. Before moving to the Royal Opera House to enjoy the ballet, Professor Swayne will talk about moving in three (think: waltzes and mazurkas) vs. moving in two (think: marches and polkas) and how Robbins/Chopin and MacMillan/Mahler navigate these realms. Don’t be surprised if he invites you to get up and move as well!
Program
- 5–6 p.m. Registration opens and reception begins with heavy bites and complimentary bar serving beer, wine and soft drinks
- 6–7 p.m. Presentation by Steve Swayne, Professor of Music
- 7:30–10 p.m. Performance of Visionaries: Robbins and MacMillian at Royal Opera House
Pricing
- Tier 1 Ticket + Reception: $185
- Tier 2 Ticket + Reception: $150
- Reception Only: $50
- Young Alumni Reception Only (Classes of 2016-2026): $25
