Copland Dance Episodes
The Australian Ballet
Joyous modern ballet.
In a stunning explosion of colour and music, New York City Ballet Resident Choreographer Justin Peck’s Copland Dance Episodes arrives in Australia.
Australian Premiere.
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Melbourne / Naarm
23 June – 2 July 2026
Regent Theatre
191 Collins Street, Melbourne
Featuring Choctaw/Cherokee painter and sculptor Jeffrey Gibson's set designs, former New York City Ballet dancer Ellen Warren’s costumes and lighting design by Brandon Stirling Baker, Copland Dance Episodes is a joyful celebration of art and artistry.
Thirty dancers perform across 22 episodes set to Aaron Copland’s vivid music in this unmissable modern ballet that honours the art form while exploring its exciting new frontiers. A remarkable technical feat and challenge for the artists, Copland Dance Episodes embraces the uninhibited freedom of dance to leave you amazed, inspired and with a heart full of joy.
Production credits
Choreography Justin Peck
Music Aaron Copland
Fanfare for the Common Man, Four Dance Episodes from Rodeo, Appalachian Spring, Billy the Kid
Costume design Ellen Warren
Set design Jeffrey Gibson
Lighting design Brandon Stirling Baker
Copland Dance Episodes was originally commissioned by New York City Ballet, premiere January 26 2023, David H. Koch Theater.
Music
With Orchestra Victoria
