The Studio Series
A new, immersive series bringing audiences closer to the creative process. The inaugural edition presents George Balanchine’s Who Cares?, set to Gershwin’s music, in partnership with the University of Manitoba.
September 24–27, 2026
Details
Location
RWB Founders’ Studio; Desautels Theatre
Run Time
25-minute performance + post-show chat
Genre
Price starts at
$40
Presenting Sponsor
The Asper Foundation
performance
Overview
Step inside the studio and experience ballet in a whole new way.
The Studio Series invites audiences to gather, connect, and celebrate the art form in an intimate setting unlike any other Royal Winnipeg Ballet performance. Begin the evening with live music, cocktails, and conversation as the lobby transforms into a vibrant social space featuring performances by a jazz trio of University of Manitoba students, complimentary snacks, and a cash bar.
Hosted by Artistic Director Christopher Stowell, the evening continues with a special introduction to the legacy of both George Gershwin and George Balanchine, featuring live performances by University of Manitoba musicians. The centrepiece of the evening is Who Cares?, Balanchine’s joyful and energetic ballet set to some of Gershwin’s most beloved songs.
Following the performance, stay for a candid talkback with the artists and creative team. Grab another drink, ask questions, and gain insight into the stories behind the work.
More than a performance, the Studio Series is an opportunity to come together around dance, music, and the artists that brings them to life.
Dates & Times
Doors open an hour before curtain. We highly recommend arriving then to soak in the atmosphere before the curtain rises.
Creative Team
George Balanchine
Who Cares? Choreography
George Gershwin
Who Cares? Music
Christopher Stowell
Repetiteur
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