05/01/2026
Tickets! https://www.smuinballet.org/events/future-forward/
Future Forward is grounded in the Company’s past while looking boldly ahead. Hearts Suite is an excerpt from founder Michael Smuin’s beloved ballet set to the songs of Edith Piaf. Based on a concept and scenario written by Raquel Bitton and originally choreographed for San Francisco Ballet in 1986, the suite has not been seen on the Smuin stage since 2015. Kate Skarpetowska’s Sextette, a joyful piece set to Bach, also returns.
Two world premieres cement Smuin’s ongoing commitment to new work. Artistic Director Amy Seiwert creates her 15th ballet, featuring the solo piano intermezzi of Johannes Brahms. Andi Schermoly, formerly of Nederlands Dans Theater, brings her cinematic and athletic choreography to her first piece for the Company. Don’t miss this final program of the season!