THE SUITE is a postmodern ballet set in a dream sequence defined by an architecture of light. The work centers two overlapping duets that are inspired by the character and style of romantic and neoclassical ballet. While the movement is paramount and the plot is deemphasized, THE SUITE suggests a liminal romance.

The Poet (Kim) is first introduced alone in unknown darkness, and encounters The Sleepwalker (Saulnier), crepuscular and sensitive. A reverence of sweet meetings and inevitable retreats unfolds, becoming progressively romantic. They are guided and anchored by The Divertissement pair (Blaw and Meneses), who stride with bravura through continuous unison and partnering, developing the pressure of the action. 

This is the premiere of THE SUITE in its completeness, which links moments from its predecessors: The first presentation of THE SUITE was developed through the Trisk Fellowship at Triskelion Arts, presented in April 2024. THIRD VARIATION, the continuation, was originally commissioned by the Fresh Tracks program at New York Live Arts, presented in May 2024.

Choreography by Julia Antinozzi in collaboration with the dancers
Performance by Sienna Blaw, Dasol Kim, Paulina Meneses, Kelsey Saulnier
Music by Ryan Wolfe
Costume Design and Styling by Sonya Gadet-Molansky
Lighting Design by Connor Sale in collaboration with Anna Wotring