Samples of Previous Works.
Blueshift
August 2021
Blueshift invites audiences into a subtle dream-world that shifts between ancient and modern dances set to original music and re-compositions of famed composer Chopin. The performance highlights an original work in progress, choreographed by Jock Soto and performed by Zac Bigbee.
La Fille Mal Gardée
July 2024
Excerpts from our Summer Intensive combined with our Summer Company Professionals by Ballet Taos. Choreography by the Master Teacher Nikoloz Makhateli. Leads danced by Daya Frenkel, William Wisneskey, and Athena Dunleavy.
Ghost Light Sessions at the Lensic
November 2020
Ballet Taos had the honor to be selected as part of a performance to support local artists organized by the Lensic theater.
“The series is named for the ghost light—the single bulb that’s left burning whenever the theater is dark and that shines on the stage during these sessions.” - lensic.org
Project 20/20
October 2020
Project 20/20 was created as an artistic response to the current conditions that limit public events. The series is a collaboration among art groups in the Taos area. Our inaugural event uses new presentation methods to bring classical and contemporary dance, spoken word poetry, film, originally composed music, and insight to the stage of the Taos Community Auditorium.
The Nutcracker
December 2019
The last full performance before the pandemic, The Nutcracker 2019 is a true celebration of the joy of a full ensemble performance. Beginner dancers, character performers, actors, advanced dancers, and professionals come to the stage together to bring joy to the season. Guest artists: Zac Bigbee, David Maurice, and Adam Overlay.
Mechanical Nature: Movement VII
May 2017
Mechanical Nature: Movement VII is Ballet Taos’ debut original contemporary ballet. Through provocative film and extraordinary choreography, this work explores the human condition and sheds light on global issues we collectively face today.