Yuri Possokhov's World Premiere of Violin Concerto for next@90

Yuri Possokhov, who became SF Ballet's Choreographer in Residence after retiring from dancing for SF Ballet in 2006, recalls Balanchine's Violin Concerto as one of his favorite ballets by the choreographer which he danced many times. Possokhov approaches Stravinsky's score with fresh eyes, however. "I needed to do this now," Possokhov said. "My memory of Balanchine comes back, of course, but this impulse gives me the chance to express myself." Violin Concerto showcases Possokhov's musicality and is set on seven couples and one lead ballerina.

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The future of ballet is coming next. We’ve celebrated maker culture here in the Bay Area for decades, so to celebrate San Francisco Ballet’s 90th anniversary, we’re looking forward. The next@90 festival presents 9 world premiere ballets by 9 international choreographers, creating a hub of dance innovation in San Francisco. Featuring new works by Nicolas Blanc, Bridget Breiner, Val Caniparoli, Robert Garland, Yuka Oishi, Yuri Possokhov, Jamar Roberts, Danielle Rowe, and Claudia Schreier.