Ballet Festival

The Joyce Theater's Ballet Festival returns this summer with UNITE, a one-week celebration of ballet in all its splendor. Creatively directed and curated by Calvin Royal III, Principal Dancer with American Ballet Theatre, this year's festival showcases performances by Royal and his community of world-renowned artists and influential choreographic voices.

UNITE promises an exquisite blend of classical masterpieces and contemporary innovations, with works by Sir Kenneth Macmillan, George Balanchine, and Angelin Preljocaj. Adding to the festival's allure, Royal debuts a self-choreographed solo alongside creations by fellow dancers of American Ballet Theatre, Miami City Ballet, Alonzo King LINES, Boston Ballet, and more. 

“As The Joyce represents ultimate artistry and dance legacy, it is important to me that the Festival evenings, taken together, honor the past; reflect the present; and reach toward the future of what our art form can be,” says Royal.