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LINES Ballet's 2025 Spring Season: A Celebration of Dance, Music, and Community

As the curtain rises on LINES Ballet's 2025 Spring Season, audiences are in for a treat that combines the brilliance of choreography with the soulful sounds of jazz. This season, under the visionary leadership of Alonzo King, features an unprecedented collaboration with esteemed jazz trumpeter Ambrose Akinmusire and the celebrated tabla virtuoso Zakir Hussain. From the revival of King’s classic 'Scheherazade' to an immersive family experience, LINES Ballet promises an unforgettable series of events. Join us at the Blue Shield of California Theater, where every performance is a testament to the transformative power of the arts.

May 4, 2025

1. LINES Ballet Spring Season

LINES Ballet’s 2025 Spring Season features choreographer Alonzo King’s first-ever collaboration with American jazz trumpeter/composer Ambrose Akinmusire—a spiritual seeker in the grand tradition of musical aspirationalists. Audiences will also have the opportunity to see King’s timeless work Scheherazade, which returns in full to the stage after over a decade.

10 - 18 May, 2025

Alonzo King Lines Ballet

San Francisco, CA · Blue Shield of California Theater at YBCA

2. LINES Ballet 2025 Gala

Save the date for an exquisite evening brimming with dance, beauty, and enduring friendship. Enjoy a world premiere with American jazz trumpeter Ambrose Akinmusire along with Alonzo King’s iconic ballet honoring the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo, Scheherazade—featuring music reinterpreted by Zakir Hussain.

May 17, 2025

Alonzo King Lines Ballet

San Francisco, CA · Blue Shield of California Theater at YBCA

3. LINES Ballet’s Family Experience

Join us for a fun and engaging dance/movement workshop led by a LINES Ballet Teaching Artist, followed by an exclusive opportunity to observe a LINES Ballet rehearsal and participate in a Q&A session with the artists.

May 18, 2025

Alonzo King Lines Ballet

San Francisco, CA · Blue Shield of California Theater at YBCA

Conclusion

In conclusion, LINES Ballet's 2025 Spring Season is a celebration of artistic collaboration, cultural heritage, and community engagement. From the groundbreaking partnership between Alonzo King and Ambrose Akinmusire to the revival of 'Scheherazade', every performance is a testament to the transformative power of dance and music. As audiences gather at the Blue Shield of California Theater, they are invited to join in a cultural conversation that transcends boundaries and celebrates the enduring spirit of creativity. This season promises to be an unforgettable journey that inspires and connects us all.

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