Overview

• Julio Bocca, newly appointed artistic director, curated the critically acclaimed gala to mark the Ballet’s 100th anniversary.
• Argentine choreographer Oscar Araiz unveiled "Partita," a six-dancer world premiere set to music by Lukas Foss.
• The program comprised 17 excerpts ranging from Bournonville and Petipa classics to modern and contemporary works.
• Leading international artists Ludmila Pagliero, Herman Cornejo and Tiler Peck shared the stage with company star Marianela Núñez.
• Students from the Colón’s dance institute opened the evening before a centennial tribute video honored former company principals.