Recently named a “Southern Cultural Treasure,” Collage Dance Collective remains at the national forefront of inspiring the growth and diversity of ballet. This season elevates the company to new heights and features contemporary masterpieces by internationally acclaimed choreographers and new works by some of the nation’s most important emerging choreographic voices. With choreography as rich and diverse as Memphis itself, Season 14 reflects the company’s classical sensibility coupled with its desire to push the boundaries of ballet. Season highlights include the Memphis premiere of Wayne McGregor’s Chroma, originally commissioned in 2006 for The Royal Ballet in London and a world premiere ballet by Hope Boykin. Soulful, strong, and poised, Season 14 elevates Collage’s reputation for balancing innovation and tradition.
ELEVATE YOUR EXPERIENCE BY BECOMING A SUBSCRIBER!
SUBSCRIPTION PLANS
PLATINUM
(Orchestra and Parterre Level Seating)
$135 August 15 – September 30 or $150 October 1 – December 31
Subscription benefits include:
- Avoidance of Ticketmaster Fees & Ticketmaster platform
- Concierge Service
- Same seats for all performances
- Premium Orchestra or Parterre Seats to: RISE, ELEVATE, and End of Year Student Concert
- Reserved Seating at Memphis Dance Festival
- 20% discount on additional tickets
- 20% discount on Collage Merch
Subsequent subscriptions available for:
- $125 (August 15 - September 30) | $135 (October 1 - December 31)
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GOLD
(Mezzanine Level Seating)
$70 August 15 – September 30 or $80 October 1 – December 31
Subscription benefits include:
- Avoidance of Ticketmaster Fees & Ticketmaster platform
- Concierge Service
- Premium Mezzanine Seats to: RISE, ELEVATE, and End of Year Student Concert
- 20% discount on additional tickets
- 20% discount on Collage Merch
Subsequent subscriptions available for:
- for $65 (August 15 - September 30) | $75 (October 1 - December 31)
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DIGITAL
$60/annual or $10/month
Includes access to view recordings of the following shows:
- RISE, ELEVATE, and End Of Year Student Concert
In addition, Digital Subscribers also receive:
- 20% discount on in-person tickets to the shows listed above
- 15% percent discount on Collage Merch
- Bonus footage and content to support each show
Platinum and Gold subscription levels offer premiere in-person seating at all upcoming ticketed performances, discounts on additional in-person tickets for family members and guests, and discounts on Collage merchandise throughout Season 14. As a Season 14 subscriber receive concierge-style support all season long, plus avoid all Ticketmaster fees or the need to interface with the Ticketmaster platform! Your preferred seats will be ready for you at Collage’s Will Call each show. Not in Memphis? The elevated ONE MEMBER Digital subscription offers an opportunity to watch all upcoming performances from the best seat in your own home, plus access to additional exclusive Collage content, discounts on in-person tickets, and discounts on Collage merchandise in our online boutique throughout Season 14.
SEASON EVENTS
MEMPHIS DANCE FESTIVAL
Featuring the Grammy Award-winning Rebirth Brass Band
- SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2023
- 12:00 – 4:00 PM
- COLLAGE DANCE CENTER
Gaining recognition as the preeminent dance festival in the region, join us for a free, family-focused community event presenting the best dance makers in the nation including Memphis’s own Lil Buck plus artists from New York City Ballet, Alonzo King LINES Ballet, Nashville Ballet alongside hometown favorites! Enjoy a day of dance, food trucks, and family fun.
Jazz Gala Fundraiser*
- SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2023
- 1:00 PM (VIP HOUR) | 2:00 PM
- FEDEX EVENT CENTER, SHELBY FARMS
Now in its 13th year, this is an enriching affair with performances by Collage’s world-class professional company and students from the Collage Dance Conservatory. Experience live music by Grammy Award-winning jazz artist Kirk Whalum, a special performance by soul singer Talibah Safiya, delicious cuisine, thirst-quenching cocktails during an elevated afternoon affair in support of the Collage Dance Conservatory.
*Not included in season subscription
34th Annual International Conference of Blacks in Dance*
- JANUARY 24 – 28, 2024
- ORPHEUM THEATRE
A pioneering four-day dance experience, now in its 34th year, where attendees will engage in a multitude of invaluable opportunities expanding their understanding of dance history and technique through Conference and Festival programming that includes an awards celebration, meals and social events, a membership town hall, sessions and four performances open to the public.
*Not included in season subscription
RISE
- FEBRUARY 2 – 4, 2024
- CANNON CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
Revered for its hallmark ballet, Kevin Thomas’s Rise, set to Dr. King’s final public speech, this program ascends even higher with the addition of revered choreographic voices. Experience Amy Hall Garner’s transcendent Saint Glory, inspired by her grandparents Catholic and Baptist roots and a world premiere by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater alum Hope Boykin.
ELEVATE
- APRIL 20 – 21, 2024
- CANNON CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
The centerpiece of our elevated spring program is the Memphis premiere of Wayne McGregor’s Chroma, which explores the drama of the human body and its ability to communicate extremes of thought and emotion. The one act ballet, which the London Times heralded as “ravishing on all fronts,” premiered in 2006 at The Royal Opera House and in 2007 received an Olivier Award for Best New Dance Production. The spring program also includes a dynamic new commission by Miami-based choreographer Durante Verzola.
14th Annual Student Concert
- SUNDAY, JUNE 2, 2024
- 3:00 PM
- CANNON CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
A highly anticipated culminating performance which features more than 300 students from the Collage Dance Conservatory who train in ballet, tap, jazz and West African dance. This historically sold-out performance is an awe-inspiring opportunity to witness and invest in the promise of Memphis area youth.
Season 14 is made possible through generous support from:
