George Balanchine, Igor Stravinsky, Jerome Robbins, Leonard Bernstein, Houstonยs own Stanton Welch and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart ย thatยs a remarkable line-up of talents (we would say geniuses, but we donยt like to gush). The repertory program Three for the Ages draws on choreography and music by these giants as well as the impressive abilities of the dancers of the Houston Ballet. Balanchineยs Apollo, created in 1928 and long considered a landmark piece in contemporary ballet, chronicles the story of the Greek god of music, poetry and prophecy and the muses who educate him. Then itยs Robbinsยs Fancy Free, with music by Bernstein. Created in 1944, the piece shows three sailors on leave and looking for a little excitement in New York City. Finally, itยs Falling, choreographed by Stanton Welch in 2005 and set to Mozartยs Salzburg Symphonies. The lighthearted work features five couples, each performing a lively pas de deux. 8 p.m. Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive. For information, call 281-363-3300 or visit www.houstonballet.org. Free to $15.
Fri., Aug. 20, 8 p.m., 2010
This article appears in Aug 19-25, 2010.