{"id":300453,"date":"2026-05-19T23:21:09","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T23:21:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/300453\/"},"modified":"2026-05-19T23:21:09","modified_gmt":"2026-05-19T23:21:09","slug":"houston-ballet-closes-2025-2026-season-with-two-standout-productions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/300453\/","title":{"rendered":"Houston Ballet closes 2025-2026 season with two standout productions"},"content":{"rendered":"

HOUSTON \u2013 As the 2025-2026 season wraps for the Houston Ballet<\/a>, they are bringing two unforgettable productions to the stage at Wortham Theater Center downtown. <\/p>\n

First, from May 28th through June 7th, enjoy \u201cAn Evening with Stars.<\/a>\u201d It\u2019s a dazzling triple bill that includes the world premiere of SISU, choreographed by Alice Topp, the Houston Ballet premier of Dances at a Gathering, choreographed by Jerome Robbins, and the return of Tapestry, choreographed by Stanton Welch. These three distinct works highlight the breadth of the Company\u2019s repertory and its continued investment in both new creation and historically significant choreography.<\/p>\n

Then, from June 11th through June 21st catch Stanton Welch\u2019s interpretation of Giselle<\/a>. This classic ballet, created in 1841, is regarded as one of ballet\u2019s most enduring romantic works. <\/p>\n

Principal Dancers Tyler Donatelli<\/a> and Angelo Greco<\/a>, who have prolific roles in the final performances of the season, stopped by Houston Life to highlight what makes this year\u2019s final shows so special.<\/p>\n

Greco<\/a>, who was born in Italy and trained at some of the most prestigious Italian ballet schools, explained the importance of a strong team when staging such challenging productions. <\/p>\n

\u201cBallet is difficult but it\u2019s also very beautiful and the only way you can make it through it is to trust your colleagues,\u201d said Greco, who has trained on stages around the world. <\/p>\n

Previously a principal dancer at San Francisco Ballet for 8 years, Greco joined Houston Ballet as Principal Dancer in July 2024.<\/p>\n

Donatelli,<\/a> who has been with the Houston Ballet since January 2014, spoke about the many hours required to prepare a production for the stage.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe start class at 10am everyday, that\u2019s an hour and a half, and then we have a six hour rehearsal,\u201d said Donatelli<\/a>, who was promoted to Principal Dancer in December 2025. <\/p>\n

To learn more about the Houston Ballet and find tickets for An Evening With the Stars and Giselle, call 713.227.2787 or visit houstonballet.org<\/a>. <\/p>\n

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