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A group of ballet dancers, dressed in elegant costumes, perform on stage. One dancer in the center gracefully lifts a leg while others execute various poses around her. The backdrop features a soft gradient, enhancing the ethereal atmosphere of the dance performance.
Ballet |

Great Ballet Moments to Kick Off the Year

The Vienna State Ballet is making a glittering start to the new year with a top-class revival and a role debut.

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A diverse group of six dancers stands in a grand hall with polished wood floors. They wear stylish suits in various colors. In the center, a male dancer poses dynamically while an older man embraces him. The others exhibit graceful postures, showcasing a blend of artistry and fashion.
Ballet |

New Year's concert 2026

20 years after 2006: John Neumeier and AKRIS creative director Albert Kriemler design the ballet interludes for the New Year's Concert.

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The House |

Mourning the death of Hans van Manen

One of the most influential choreographers of our time passed away on December 17, 2025 at the age of 93.

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Ein Tanzpaar posiert vor einer Menschengruppe
Ballet |

Johann Strauss and ballet

On the 200th birthday of Johann Strauss: How Roland Petit's "Die Fledermaus" makes the waltz sound dance.

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Tänzerinnen und Tänzer bei einer Probe.
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World Ballet Day 2025

"Access becomes Art" - how access becomes art: a touching film for World Ballet Day 2025.

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Ballet |

"An enrichment for the repertoire"

The audience and the press celebrated the premiere of »Kallirhoe« and the start of ballet director Alessandra Ferri.

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A group of dancers in various outfits are practicing together in a studio. They are positioned in a semicircle, with their arms raised and hands touching their heads, creating a dynamic and expressive formation. The setting is bright, with natural light coming through large windows.
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Timeless Beauty & Human Strength

"Kallirhoe" combines ancient love, drama and forgiveness - Alexei Ratmansky's first premiere under Alessandra Ferri.

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Interview |

A Masterpiece of Romanticism

"Giselle" at the Vienna State Opera: a timeless ballet about tragic love and the magic of dance.

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A group of eight dancers in various poses expresses movement and connection, showcasing their athleticism and grace. They are dressed in skin-toned leotards, set against a black background, creating a striking contrast that emphasizes their forms and interactions.
The House |

New engagements at the Vienna State Ballet

Ballet Director Alessandra Ferri brings fresh energy and movement to the ensemble with numerous personnel changes and new dancers.

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A woman in a long black dress stands confidently on a rooftop, looking up towards the sky. Behind her, a statue of a horse and rider adds a historic element to the scene, set against a backdrop of clouds.
Interview |

Alessandra Ferri

Classical ballet today

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Four individuals stand together in a dance studio, smiling warmly. They are dressed in casual dance attire, with a woman in a green shirt and three others in fitted tops. The background features a dance barre and a well-lit studio environment, suggesting a supportive artistic community.
Ballet |

Vienna State Ballet season opening

The Vienna State Ballet is entering a new era with Alessandra Ferri.

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