Moving Art One: Stars & Stripes

September 10-20, 2026 
at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts  

An exciting celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, Moving Art One: Stars & Stripes honors the spirit, history, and artistry of the nation through three remarkable ballets.  

Company B
Choreography by Paul Taylor
Songs sung by the Andrews Sisters

Stars and Stripes (pas de deux)
Choreography by George Balanchine
Music by John Philip Sousa, orchestrated by Hershy Kay 

Remember Our Song
Choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler
Music by Various Artists  

Set to the unforgettable harmonies of the Andrews Sisters, Paul Taylor’s Company B captures the energy and optimism of the 1940s while revealing the emotional realities beneath wartime America. Filled with wit, nostalgia, and humanity, this treasured work from one of the most influential figures in modern dance remains both entertaining and deeply touching.   

Bursting with dazzling technique and patriotic flair, the pas de deux from Stars and Stripes is a thrilling showcase of classical virtuosity. Legendary choreographer George Balanchine, renowned for his groundbreaking neoclassical style, combines the precision of ballet with the exuberance of Americana in this joyful audience favorite.  

Remember Our Song is the first ballet created by Andy Blankenbuehler, the Tony Award-winning choreographer of Hamilton and In the Heights. This moving work follows servicemen onboard a submarine during World War II who escape the stress of war through memories and imagined reunions with loved ones. Blending ballet with Broadway-inspired movement, Blankenbuehler crafts a visual and emotional narrative that explores the soundtracks of our lives.  

Dates & Times 
Thursday, September 10 – 6:30 PM
Friday, September 11 – 6:30 PM
Sunday, September 13 – 1:30 PM
Thursday, September 17 – 6:30 PM
Friday, September 18 – 6:30 PM
Sunday, September 20 – 1:30 PM

Tickets start at $31*. Visit etix.com or call the Richmond Ballet Box Office at 804.344.0906 x224 open M-F from 10:00am-5:00pm.
*this price includes facility and online convenience fees