Philadelphia Ballet
The Philadelphia Ballet brings a celebration of American dance and music to Wolf Trap’s Filene Center on September 10, 2026, with a program titled *Stars and Stripes Forever!*. The evening showcases four iconic works that highlight the company’s athleticism and artistry, set to scores by Leonard Bernstein, George Gershwin, Charles Ives, and John Philip Sousa. The repertoire includes Jerome Robbins’ playful *Fancy Free*, George Balanchine’s patriotic *Stars and Stripes* and his jazzy *Who Cares?* (in its concert version), and Eliot Feld’s spirited *Variations on ‘America’*. This performance is part of Wolf Trap’s America250 series, honoring the nation’s cultural heritage.
When: Thursday, September 10, 2026, at 8:00 PM. Gates open at 6:30 PM.
Showtimes: 8:00 PM. A pre-performance discussion takes place at 7:00 PM on the Farmhouse Lawn (to the left of the main gate). The discussion features Jane Raleigh (Founder, DC Dance Network), Angel Corella (Artistic Director, Philadelphia Ballet), and Charles Askegard (Rehearsal Director, Philadelphia Ballet).
Tickets: General admission tickets are available for purchase. Group discounts are offered for parties of 10 or more. Kids can attend this show for free (details available on the venue’s website). Free parking is included with every ticket.
Lineup: Philadelphia Ballet performs four pieces: Jerome Robbins’ *Fancy Free*, George Balanchine’s *Who Cares?* (Concert Version), Eliot Feld’s *Variations on ‘America’*, and George Balanchine’s *Stars and Stripes*.
Run time: Not specified in the source material.
Ages: Children can attend for free; specific age policies are not detailed but the program is appropriate for general audiences.
Venue: Filene Center at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, VA 22182. Parking is free but limited; carpooling is encouraged. A shuttle from McLean Metro station is available for $5 roundtrip. Guests may bring their own food and beverages (including alcohol) into the park; in-house seat holders must use spill-safe cups for drinks. On-site dining options include the Ovations Restaurant (al fresco gourmet buffet), concessions stands, and picnic areas.
Note: Accessible parking is available upon arrival (directed by Park rangers). Sign language interpretation can be arranged with at least one week’s notice by email; CART (Communication Access Real Time Translation) is available with three weeks’ advance notice. FM loop amplification headsets are available at no charge; ask an usher for assistance.