Rochester Fringe Festival:
Turn of the Screw and Other Terrifying Tales

Rochester City Ballet performs eerie tales including The Turn of the Screw, a classic thriller novella by Henry James. This “most wonderful, poisonous little tale,” as Oscar Wilde called it, will have goosebumps running up your spine. RCB returns to Fringe showing a different side to their talented, versatile artists. The mesmerizing story of ghostly possession is told through theatrically thrilling choreography by famed Salvatore Aiello. You’ll be on the edge of your seat, so bring a friend to grab on to!

Show length: approximately 60 minutes
Ticket price: $20
Venue: School of the Arts: Allen Main Stage Theatre

Dark & Dreamy

Enter into spooky season with scary stories sure to thrill and bewitch all audiences! Iconic characters, drama, and hauntings run rampant in our fall performances featuring:

Scenes from Robert Gardner’s Dracula,

The ultimate tale of deception with the Black Swan pas de deux,

The Turn of the Screw – a tale that will leave you chilled to the bone,

and Giselle’s Waltz of the Wilis, the ghostly spirits of maidens betrayed by their lovers.

Epic tales of love, betrayal, and hauntings are brought to life with RCB dancers’ power, strength, and artistry to craft an evening that will leave you on the edge of your seat. 

The Nutcracker

The delightful holiday tradition returns! Join young Clara on a night of adventure as she is transported from her bedroom to The Land of Sweets, a magical wonderland where flowers waltz, snowflakes twirl, and enchanted toys transform.

A treasured classic for the whole family, this thrilling production comes to life with dazzling dancing and captivating choreography set to the backdrop of Tchaikovsky’s mesmerizing score. Revel in an unforgettable production that ignites the childlike wonder in us all.

Romance of Dance

You’ll be swept up in the excitement of a night out on the town as we present the Romance of Dance. From the glamour of a 1920s soiree Five O’Clock Fox Trot, to a Big Band swing party where exuberant youngsters tear up the dance floor, you’ll be tapping your toes and itching to dance in the aisles. This exciting evening also features a world premiere by emerging choreographer, and returning guest, Jared Allen Brunson. 

Coppélia

Based on a celebrated E.T.A Hoffmann story, the fantasy, wit, and laugh-out-loud antics of Coppélia are sure to entice the entire family.

Let your imagination run wild with this charming tale of a girl, a boy, and the absolute living doll that causes a few bumps in the road on the path towards happily ever after.

This lighthearted romp of mistaken identity stands as ballet’s ultimate romantic comedy. With its cast of colorful characters and ebullient choreography by Allen Fields…., it’s easy to see why Coppélia is considered the happiest ballet in existence.