Bolshoi Theater Brings Balanchine's 'Jewels' to Life

04 May 2012 | Issue 4878

The Bolshoi Theater presents its second ballet premiere of the current season Saturday, George Balanchine's "Jewels," widely considered the first-ever full-length abstract ballet. Created 45 years ago for Balanchine's own New York City Ballet, it has subsequently been staged, in full or in part, by more than 60 other dance companies throughout the world.

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Bolshoi Theater Brings Balanchine's 'Jewels' to Life