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▪️Pushing the boundaries of ballet 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️
Summer Season July 25 & 26, 2026 🩰
Ticket link down below ⬇️ 🎟️

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#TutuTuesday with @vonggangvickie 🩰

Victor takes on Swanhilda’s Act I Waltz from Coppélia during our 2026 Summer Season.

Victor has been dancing with Ballet22 for years, and he’s become a familiar and much-loved presence on our stage. Our audiences always look forward to seeing him, and this season was no exception.

🎥: @alexander_zane_
🩰: @vonggangvickie

#Ballet22 #2026SummerSeason #Pointe #Coppelia by @ballet22_

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A new face, and a performance our audiences won’t soon forget. ✨

Making their Ballet22 debut in the world premiere of The Fifth Point by Keelan Whitmore, Liam brought a striking sense of dynamism, artistry, and individuality to the stage.

We loved watching them make their mark this summer and are so excited to share more moments from The Fifth Point and our 2026 season soon.

🎥: @durrett_imagery
🩰: @liamvincenthutt

#Ballet22 #TheFifthPoint #NonBinaryEnPointe #sanfrancisco by @ballet22_

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2 months ago

#TutuTuesday 🩰

Featuring Ballet22 new dancer William Robinson in the Act III Wedding Variation from Coppélia, performed during our 2026 Summer Season.

In her review for Fjord Review, Rachel Howard shared:

“Starting with nineteenth-century variations offers the audience the collective joy of rooting for each performer. This year, my favorite discovery was William Robinson, of the Indianapolis Ballet, with their long tapering feet, silent jeté landings, and piqué turns that traveled with exciting velocity—Robinson bounced oh so lightly through endless changements on pointe in ‘Coppelia’s’ Act Three wedding variation.” - @msrhoward

We couldn’t agree more. ✨ We loved watching William bring their artistry, musicality, and lightness to the Ballet22 stage this summer!!

🎥: @alexander_zane_
🩰: @w.illiamrobinson

#Ballet22 #Pointe #2026SummerSeason #sanfrancisco by @ballet22_

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2 months ago

And just like that, our 2026 Summer Season has come to a close. ✨

We’re wrapping things up with a look at the joyful coda from our Coppélia Suite..a celebration of the incredible artists who brought this season to life and the audiences who shared it with us.

To our dancers: thank you for your artistry, dedication, and trust throughout every rehearsal and performance. To our choreographers, coaches, répétiteurs, guest teachers, production team, photographers, filmmakers, volunteers, and behind-the-scenes staff..thank you for the countless hours, care, and expertise that made this season possible.

A special thank you to our co-directors, Theresa Knudson, Daniel R. Durrett, and Lorris Eichinger, whose shared vision continues to push Ballet22 forward, and to everyone who believes in our mission of creating space for men, trans, and non-binary artists en pointe.

Most importantly, thank you to our audiences. Your enthusiasm, generosity, and support allow this work to continue growing year after year.

This may be the end of our 2026 Summer Season, but we’re not finished sharing it just yet. We have plenty more photos, videos, and behind-the-scenes moments coming your way. Stay tuned! 🌈🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈🩰
🎥: @alexander_zane_
🩰: @jake.speakman @dani_durrett @liamvincenthutt @vonggangvickie @lucas_athaide @w.illiamrobinson @emaki10
@fortmasoncenter

#Ballet22 #Coppelia #sanfrancisco #pointe by @ballet22_

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3 months ago

One week ago, we wrapped our 2026 Summer Season.

Today we’re sharing a glimpse of The Fifth Point, Keelan Whitmore’s striking world premiere created for Ballet22. Watching this work come to life over three weeks in the studio and finally take the stage was an incredible experience.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, supported our mission, and celebrated these remarkable dancers. We’ll be sharing more moments from the season soon.

In the meantime, tickets for our 2027 Summer Season are already on sale through the link in our bio. If you’re able, please also consider making a donation to help make next season possible. Your support allows us to continue commissioning new works and creating opportunities for men, trans, and non-binary artists en pointe.

🎥: @alexander_zane_ @fortmasoncenter @keelanwhitmore
🩰: @lucas_athaide @liamvincenthutt @w.illiamrobinson @jake.speakman @emaki10

#Ballet22 #TheFifthPoint #ContemporaryBallet #WorldPremiere #queerart by @ballet22_

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3 months ago

BALLET22 SUMMER SEASON 2026

✨ Opening night is here. ✨

After three weeks of creation, coaching, and countless hours in the studio, we’re beyond excited to finally share our 2026 Summer Season with you.

Experience the charm and brilliance of Coppélia Suite, the Ballet22 debut of La Follia by Durante Verzola, and the world premiere of The Fifth Point by Keelan Whitmore..all brought to life by an extraordinary cast of male, trans, and non-binary artists dancing en pointe.

Whether you’ve been following our journey all summer or are joining us for the first time, we can’t wait to welcome you to the theater and celebrate this milestone with our community.

🎟️ There’s still time to get your tickets…link in bio. We’ll see you tonight!

🎥: @alexander_zane_
🩰: @jake.speakman @liamvincenthutt @dani_durrett @vonggangvickie @lucas_athaide @w.illiamrobinson @emaki10
@fortmasoncenter

#Ballet22 #Coppelia #LaFollia #TheFifthPoint #Pointe by @ballet22_

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Tomorrow, our 2026 Summer Season Performance will officially begin, and we can’t wait to welcome audiences for a weekend of breathtaking performances @fortmasoncenter

This reel is a celebration of some of the most beloved moments from Coppélia—bringing together the lively Friends Dance, seven classical variations danced en pointe, and the Act III Pas de Deux featuring Swanhilda and Franz, all culminating in a thrilling final coda. More than that, it’s a celebration of the extraordinary artistry of male, trans, and non-binary dancers en pointe, honoring the tradition of this timeless ballet while expanding who gets to tell its story.

🎟️ There are still tickets available for this weekend’s performances. Don’t miss your chance to experience Ballet22’s 2026 Summer Season. Link in bio.
🩰: @vonggangvickie @liamvincenthutt @emaki10 @w.illiamrobinson @lucas_athaide @jake.speakman @dani_durrett

#Ballet22 #Coppelia #EnPointe #TransEnPointe #NonBinaryEnPointe by @ballet22_

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3 months ago

As we count down to opening night, we’re celebrating the incredible artists who will bring our 5th Anniversary Summer Season to life.

Featuring Liam in the Prayer Variation from Act III of Coppélia..a moment of serenity and elegance that offers a beautiful contrast to the joy and festivity of the ballet’s final act. Traditionally performed with soft, flowing movement and remarkable control, the variation embodies grace, poise, and classical artistry.

We’re thrilled for Liam to make their Ballet22 debut this Saturday as they join our cast of male, trans, and non-binary artists bringing this beloved classic to life en pointe.

Join us for Coppélia Suite, the world premiere of The Fifth Point by Keelan Whitmore, and La Follia by Durante Verzola.

🎟️ Tickets are available now — link in bio.

#Ballet22 #Coppelia #Pointe #FYP #NonBinaryBallerina by @ballet22_

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The Fifth Point | La Follia | Coppélia

Twenty frames. Countless hours.

Every correction, every rehearsal, every conversation shapes what you’ll see on stage.

These black-and-white moments capture just a glimpse of the artistry behind Ballet22’s 2026 Summer Season..from Keelan Whitmore’s new creation The Fifth Point, to Michael Holden staging Durante Verzola’s La Follia, and Kaori Randall Jackson coaching Coppélia.

The process is just as beautiful as the performance.

We can’t wait to share the finished work with you in just a few days!!

🎟️ July 25 & 26 @fortmasoncenter • Link in bio.

📸: @isaacdektor & @durrett_imagery

#Ballet22 #RehearsalProcess #TheFifthPoint #LaFollia Coppelia by @ballet22_

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✨ Just 6 days until opening night! ✨

Returning Ballet22 artist Lucas is back en pointe this summer, bringing incredible strength, artistry, and presence to the studio.

This clip features his Spanish Solo from Coppélia Suite..one of the many highlights audiences will experience during our 2026 Summer Season. We can’t wait for our Bay Area community to witness Lucas’s return and celebrate this remarkable cast of male, trans, and non-binary artists.

Join us for the Coppélia Suite, Ballet22’s debut of Durante Verzola’s La Follia, and the world premiere of The Fifth Point by Keelan Whitmore.

🎟️ Opening weekend is almost here—get your tickets now through the link in our bio!
🩰: @lucas_athaide

#Ballet22 #Coppelia #SupportLiveDance #BayAreaArts #EnPointe by @ballet22_

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As we close out our second week of rehearsals, we’re excited to share a glimpse into La Follia by Durante Verzola.

We’ve been incredibly fortunate to have stager Michael Holden in the studio, guiding Victor and Dani through this moving duet as it makes its Ballet22 debut. Every rehearsal has been filled with curiosity, trust, and a commitment to honoring Durante’s choreography while making it their own.

We’re so proud of the dedication and artistry our dancers have brought into the studio over these past two weeks, and we can’t wait to share the finished performance with you.

Join us July 25 & 26 for an unforgettable evening featuring La Follia, the Coppélia Suite, and the world premiere of The Fifth Point by Keelan Whitmore.

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now—link in bio.
🩰: @vonggangvickie @dani_durrett

#Ballet22 #LaFollia #DuranteVerzola #SupportTheArts by @ballet22_

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