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Moving Art Four

August 5, 2025 by Ashton Clevenger

Moving Art Four: Director’s Choice

May 13-23, 2027 
at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts 

Refined elegance and raw power take the stage in Moving Art Four: Director’s Choice. 

The Leaves are Fading
Choreography by Antony Tudor
Music by Antonín Dvořák

Gnawa
Choreography by Nacho Duato
Music by Various Artists

The Leaves are Fading is a reflection on memory, love, and the passage of time set to the lush music of Antonín Dvořák. The elegant choreography of Antony Tudor — a pioneering British choreographer who revolutionized 20th century ballet — weaves together fleeting moments of romance in this poignant masterwork. 

Featuring the rich music of North Africa and the Mediterranean, Gnawa pulses with rhythmic energy and spiritual intensity. Spanish visionary and global icon Nacho Duato blends athletic contemporary movement with earthy sensuality to create a mesmerizing work that celebrates the universal power of music and dance. 

Dates & Times
Thursday, May 13 – 6:30 PM (Opening Night)
Friday, May 14 – 6:30 PM
Sunday, May 16 – 1:30 PM
Thursday, May 20 – 6:30 PM
Friday, May 21 – 6:30 PM
Sunday, May 23 – 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 11:00am-6:00pm.

Opening Night
Attend opening night of our Moving Art productions and receive exclusive access to a post show Q&A session and reception with guest choreographers and the professional dancers of Richmond Ballet. This is a unique opportunity to enjoy beer, wine, and hors d’oeuvres and mingle with our incredible team of artists. Opening night tickets, which start at $61*, reflect the added benefits.

The cocktail hour at the post-show artist reception for Moving Art Four is sponsored by Dominion Energy.

*this price includes facility and online convenience fees

Moving Art Four

August 5, 2025 by Ashton Clevenger

Moving Art Four: Director’s Choice

May 13-23, 2027 
at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts 

Refined elegance and raw power take the stage in Moving Art Four: Director’s Choice. 

The Leaves are Fading
Choreography by Antony Tudor
Music by Antonín Dvořák

Gnawa
Choreography by Nacho Duato
Music by Various Artists

Dates & Times
Thursday, May 13 – 6:30 PM (Opening Night)
Friday, May 14 – 6:30 PM
Sunday, May 16 – 1:30 PM
Thursday, May 20 – 6:30 PM
Friday, May 21 – 6:30 PM
Sunday, May 23 – 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 11:00am-6:00pm.

The cocktail hour at the post-show artist reception for Moving Art Four is sponsored by Dominion Energy.

*this price includes facility and online convenience fees

Moving Art Four

August 5, 2025 by Ashton Clevenger

Moving Art Four: Director’s Choice

May 13-23, 2027 
at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts 

Refined elegance and raw power take the stage in Moving Art Four: Director’s Choice. 

The Leaves are Fading
Choreography by Antony Tudor
Music by Antonín Dvořák

Gnawa
Choreography by Nacho Duato
Music by Various Artists

Dates & Times
Thursday, May 13 – 6:30 PM (Opening Night)
Friday, May 14 – 6:30 PM
Sunday, May 16 – 1:30 PM
Thursday, May 20 – 6:30 PM
Friday, May 21 – 6:30 PM
Sunday, May 23 – 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 11:00am-6:00pm.

The cocktail hour at the post-show artist reception for Moving Art Four is sponsored by Dominion Energy.

*this price includes facility and online convenience fees

Moving Art Four

August 5, 2025 by Ashton Clevenger

Moving Art Four: Director’s Choice

May 13-23, 2027 
at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts 

Refined elegance and raw power take the stage in Moving Art Four: Director’s Choice. 

The Leaves are Fading
Choreography by Antony Tudor
Music by Antonín Dvořák

Gnawa
Choreography by Nacho Duato
Music by Various Artists

Dates & Times
Thursday, May 13 – 6:30 PM (Opening Night)
Friday, May 14 – 6:30 PM
Sunday, May 16 – 1:30 PM
Thursday, May 20 – 6:30 PM
Friday, May 21 – 6:30 PM
Sunday, May 23 – 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 11:00am-6:00pm.

The cocktail hour at the post-show artist reception for Moving Art Four is sponsored by Dominion Energy.

*this price includes facility and online convenience fees

25/26 Season

May 7, 2025 by Ashton Clevenger

To view our complete schedule of performances, click here.

Click here to view our season brochure!

MOVING ART ONE

PASSION & POWER

September 11-21, 2025

at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Wild Sweet Love by Trey McIntyre
Piensa en Mí (Think of Me), a world premiere by Ma Cong inspired by the life and art of Frida

MOVING ART TWO

DIRECTOR’S CHOICE

October 16-26, 2025

at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Slice to Sharp by Jorma Elo
A World Premiere by Andrea Schermoly
French Twist by Ma Cong

THE NUTCRACKER

December 6-23, 2025

with Richmond Symphony at Dominion Energy Center
Choreography and Original Direction by Stoner Winslett

GISELLE

February 13-15, 2026

with Richmond Symphony at Dominion Energy Center
Choreography after Jean Coralli, Jules Perrot, and Marius Petipa, with additional choreography by Ma Cong

MOVING ART THREE

NEW WORKS

March 19-29, 2026

at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
New Works Festival
Choreography by Natasha Adorlee, David Morse, Price Suddarth, Serkan Usta

MOVING ART FOUR

LEGENDS

May 14-24, 2026

at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Apollo by George Balanchine
After Eden by John Butler
A World Premiere by Val Caniparoli

SAVE 15% ON TICKETS BY BECOMING A SUBSCRIBER!

Richmond Ballet offers a variety of subscription packages, all of which provide subscribers a 15% discount on tickets, complimentary ticket exchanges, and first choice of seats before tickets go on sale to the general public.

Full Series, Moving Art Series, and Flex subscriptions are currently available. Single tickets for all productions can be purchased at etix.com.

Questions? Call the Richmond Ballet Box Office at 804.344.0906 x224 open M-F from 11:00am-6:00pm.

The Nutcracker

December 2, 2024 by Ashton Clevenger

The Nutcracker

December 5-23, 2026 
with Richmond Symphony at Dominion Energy Center

Choreography and Original Direction by Stoner Winslett
Music by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Step into a world of enchantment where holiday dreams come to life. 

Richmond Ballet’s beloved production of The Nutcracker returns to delight audiences of all ages with stunning choreography, lavish sets and costumes, and Tchaikovsky’s iconic score played live by the Richmond Symphony. Join Clara on her magical journey to the Kingdom of Sweets in this cherished annual tradition. 

Dates & Times
Saturday, December 5 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 6 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Friday, December 11 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 12 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 13 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Friday, December 18 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 19 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 20 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Monday, December 21 – 7:00 PM
Tuesday, December 22 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Wednesday, December 23 – 1:00 PM

Tickets start at $33.60*. Visit etix.com or call the Richmond Ballet Box Office at 804.344.0906 x224 open M-F from 11:00am-6:00pm.

*this price includes facility and online convenience fees

The runtime for this performance is approximately 2 hours including one 20 minute intermission.

Please note: Strobe lighting and smoke effects are used in the production.

Richmond Ballet does not offer separate pricing for children. Each guest age 2 and up must have a ticket. Ticket prices are subject to change based on availability.