Pure Dance with Ballet RI
April 25 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
On April 25th at 7pm and April 26th at 1:30pm, Ballet Rhode Island makes its first-ever appearance at Bristol Community College, bringing the contemporary ballet program Pure Dance to the Margaret L. Jackson Arts Center! Tickets here.
Striking contrast and kinetic beauty define Pure Dance, a bold celebration of what ballet can be today – athletic, expressive, and deeply human. Designed for both first-time dancegoers and seasoned audiences, the program offers a dynamic journey through contemporary ballet that highlights the moving body as both instrument and storyteller.
From the effervescent brilliance of George Balanchine’s Allegro Brillante, to the meditative intimacy of Christopher Wheeldon’s Liturgy, to the raw contemporary pulse of Yury Yanowsky’s Fading Creatures, Pure Dance reveals ballet as an art form that is alive, relevant, and accessible. Set to gorgeous music and performed by Ballet RI’s professional artists, this unforgettable experience is just a short drive away, and an open invitation to come along for the ride.
Following each performance, audiences are invited to stay for a Meet the Ballerina experience, offering a rare opportunity to connect directly with the artists, ask questions, and gain insight into the creative process behind the performance. These post-show conversations are designed to break down barriers, welcome curiosity, and deepen the audience’s connection to the art form.
Ballet Rhode Island continues to evolve through innovation, connection, and a commitment to artistic excellence and community engagement. This inspiring program is made possible through the generous sponsorship of Bank Five, a partner dedicated to uplifting local communities and fostering long-term growth across Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Through this partnership, discounted tickets are available for Bristol Community College students, ensuring continued accessibility to the arts.
Now in the midst of its bold 48th season, Ballet Rhode Island performs across six theaters in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, offering 54 opportunities to experience the power of dance. Season 48 reflects Ballet RI’s continued growth as a leading voice in the performing arts throughout New England.
Discover the movement that starts at home and soars across the region. Step away from the screen, into the theater, and experience ballet as it is today, vibrant, welcoming, and alive, with Pure Dance.
“Through bold partnerships, deep community connection, and fearless artistic innovation, we’re building a new future for ballet.”
— Kathleen Breen Combes, Artistic Executive Director, Ballet Rhode Island
For more information and to purchase tickets to Pure Dance, visit
www.balletri.org/season-48-performances/
