Season 17, ESSENCE, explores the artistic DNA of the company, returning to the choreographers, works, and values that have shaped our journey and continue to inspire our future.
Featuring works by Darrell Grand Moultrie, Crystal Pite, Donald Byrd, Amy Hall Garner, Nicolo Fonte, George Balanchine, Joshua Manculich, Kevin Iega Jeff, and more, ESSENCE celebrates nearly two decades of artistic excellence while honoring the vision, community, and creative spirit at the heart of Collage Dance.
We invite you to experience the extraordinary artistry, athleticism, and emotional power that have made Collage Dance one of the nation’s leading ballet companies.













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Four bold, unforgettable ballets. Three showtimes. One weekend to experience it all live.
Four bold, unforgettable ballets. Three showtimes. One weekend to experience it all live.