American ballet company, the American Ballet Theater, debuts the West Coast premiere of 'A Winter's Tale' at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts from April 3 to 6.
The American Ballet Theatre (ABT) is set to perform the modern ballet adaptation of Shakespeare's 'The Winter's Tale' on the Segerstrom stage from April 3 to April 6. This ballet, choreographed by British choreographer Christopher Wheeldon, is a contemporary classic that premiered at ABT's 2025 Summer season in New York.
This bittersweet tale of jealousy, reconciliation, and redemption follows the story of Leontes, a jealous king in Sicily, his pregnant wife Hermione, his loyal friend Polixenes of Bohemia, their daughter Perdita, and the events that unfold.
In the opening act, Leontes falsely accuses Hermione of infidelity and Polixenes. Hermione pleads her innocence, but Leontes refuses to believe her. Their son Mamillus collapses and dies, and Hermione appears to perish. Polixenes flees, and Leontes' wife gives birth to their daughter Perdita in prison.
Perdita is raised as a Shepherdess until she meets Florizel, the son of Polixenes, and they fall in love. Hermione's Lady in Waiting, Paulina, and her husband, Antigonus, take Perdita to an island and leave her there with a treasure.
The truth of Perdita's identity is eventually revealed, and the palace celebrates the wedding of Perdita and Florizel. The two kings are reunited.
The matinee and evening performances of 'The Winter's Tale' on April 3 - 6 will feature a different cast of talented American Ballet Theatre stars. Stellar ballet artists Skylar Brandt, Hee Soo, and other dancers, who have a following in Orange County, will have lead roles in these performances.
The first West Coast performance of 'The Winter's Tale' will be premiered by the American Ballet Theater at Segerstrom Center on April 3. This ballet forms part of ABT’s effort to add contemporary story ballets to their repertoire alongside classical full-length ballets.
Christopher Wheeldon, the choreographer, has created another ballet masterpiece for 'The Winter's Tale'. The ballet, recognized as an award-winning contemporary classic, premiered at ABT’s 2025 Summer season in New York, marking its New York debut with emotional storytelling and atmospheric designs.
The American Ballet Theater's performances of 'The Winter's Tale' on April 3 - 6 will continue the story where it left off, and audiences can expect a captivating performance that combines the beauty of dance with the intrigue of Shakespeare's timeless tale.
- Community news outlets are encouraged to highlight the upcoming performances of 'The Winter's Tale' by the American Ballet Theatre (ABT) as part of their event listings, as the Segerstrom Center will be hosting this contemporary ballet adaptation of Shakespeare's classic from April 3 to April 6.
- Beyond the artistic innovation and beauty of its choreography, 'The Winter's Tale' by Christopher Wheeldon has been a staple of the American Ballet Theatre's (ABT) repertoire, offering a unique blend of entertainment and community news with its contemporary story ballet format.
