Jerome Robbins' In G Major, choreographed for the 1975 Ravel Festival, reflects the influence that a of a tour of the U.S. taken in 1928 had on the French composer, just before he composed his Concerto in G. Incorporating jazzy movements throughout, Robbins' choreography signals "American-ness," an effect (somewhat ironically) enhanced by the colorful costumes designed by French artist Erté. See the bright, winsome In G Major on the Classic NYCB II program, alongside a Justin Peck world premiere

7.7K views · 290 reactions | Amy Fote and James Gotesky in In The Night, choreography by Jerôme Robbins The Houston Ballet | Núcleo de Dança Carolina Cox | Facebook

Sara Webb Bardo and Connor Walsh in In The Night, choreography by Jerôme Robbins The Houston Ballet | Núcleo de Dança Carolina Cox

22 Days of Robbins // Interplay Essentials: This early Robbins ballet, first performed in 1945, is enthralling and jazzy, showing off the dancers' youthful vivacity with experimental flourishes — including the point where the dancers break the fourth wall. They walk up to the orchestra pit and check out the musicians, while the lighting turns them into silhouettes before they return to their dance. Celebrate an American genius with our Robbins 100 festival. Tickets available at nycballet.com/rob

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