Go-Go 50

Go-Go 50 is the opening program of The Washington Ballet’s 50th anniversary season, presented at the Warner Theatre from October 30 to November 1, 2026. The evening weaves together four distinct works that honor the company’s history while celebrating the culture and sound of Washington, DC. The program features a returning piece by Trey McIntyre set to the blues of Etta James, a landmark Choo San Goh ballet originally created for Mikhail Baryshnikov, a contemporary work by Edwaard Liang driven by a Michael Torke score, and a world premiere collaboration between choreographer Chanel DaSilva and the DC go-go band Black Alley. The performance aims to bridge classical ballet with the city’s enduring go‑go legacy, offering audiences a immersive experience rooted in local artistic heritage.

When: October 30 through November 1, 2026.

Showtimes: Friday, October 30 at 7:30pm; Saturday, October 31 at 2:00pm and 7:30pm; Sunday, November 1 at 2:00pm.

Tickets: Individual ticket prices are not listed. Group discounts are available for parties of 10 or more: 10% off for 10–15 guests, 15% off for 15–20 guests, and 20% off for 20 or more guests. A 15% non‑refundable deposit is required to reserve group seats, and full payment must be made two weeks before the performance. Flexible payment plans can be arranged. Season subscribers save up to 20% on all productions.

Lineup: The program includes four works. “Blue Until June” by Trey McIntyre, set to the vocals of Etta James, is a blues-infused piece originally choreographed for The Washington Ballet. “Configurations” by Choo San Goh showcases his musical sensitivity and sculptural beauty; it was originally created for Mikhail Baryshnikov. “The Art of War” by Edwaard Liang uses a propulsive score by Michael Torke to evoke the fluid strokes of calligraphy. The finale is a world premiere choreographed by Chanel DaSilva and performed to original music by the DC go‑go band Black Alley, blending classical ballet with the city’s go‑go sound.

Run time: Approximately 2 hours.

Ages: Not specified.

Venue: Warner Theatre, 513 13th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004. Box office phone: 202.783.4000.

Note: The Washington Ballet also offers season subscriptions, group benefits such as free exchanges and a personal group sales liaison, and in‑studio classes through The Washington School of Ballet. No information about accessibility or age restrictions is provided in the source material.