September 24–27, 2026

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.

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Overview

Location: RWB Founders’ Studio; Desautels Theatre
Price starts at: $40
Run Time: 25-minute performance + post-show chat

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 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.

Presenting Sponsor: The Asper Foundation