New York City Ballet at SPAC: A Midsummer Night's Dream
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A perennial fan-favorite since its performance at SPAC’s grand opening in July 1966, New York City Ballet’s beloved story ballet A Midsummer Night’s Dream returns to mark 60 years of world-class dance and unforgettable summer traditions.
A full-length adaptation of one of Shakespeare’s most cherished comedies, and inspired by the music of Mendelssohn, Balanchine captures the play’s infinite colors: the bumbling comedy of the Rude Mechanicals, the feisty feuding between Titania and Oberon, the romantic confusion of the young lovers chasing each other through the Athenian forest, and of course the mischief-making Puck — in a ballet of myriad pleasures.
Featuring a large cast of children from the Capital Region, A Midsummer Night’s Dream was the first wholly original full-length ballet Balanchine choreographed in America and is one of the most popular ballets in NYCB’s repertoire.
2026 Schedule:
- Wednesday • Jul 08, 2026 • 7:30pm
- Thursday • Jul 09, 2026 • 7:30pm
- Friday • Jul 10, 2026 • 7:30pm
- Saturday • Jul 11, 2026 • 2:00pm
“As SPAC celebrates its 60th anniversary season, our historic partnership with New York City Ballet feels more meaningful than ever,” said Elizabeth Sobol, Chief Executive Officer of Saratoga Performing Arts Center. “The return of A Midsummer Night’s Dream—the very first performance presented on the SPAC stage in 1966—brings us beautifully full circle, honoring the legacy that has shaped this venue for six decades. From this beloved story ballet and enduring masterpieces by Balanchine and Robbins to an exciting new work by Tiler Peck, this residency reflects the extraordinary range of artistry that makes NYCB’s annual summer home at SPAC truly one of a kind.”
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