The ballet was a turning point for the company when it premiered in 1972 and I am happy to be able to celebrate this landmark work as we open in our new home.

Ormsby has long been recognized as one of the finest ballet conductors anywhere and we wish him every success in New York City. We are thrilled that he has agreed to continue to work with us as guest conductor.

I'd never heard of a ballet company that didn't have dancers and didn't have performances. It was one of the most difficult decisions I've ever made. But I was determined that this company was not going down on my watch.

There's nothing like the force and challenge of a new ballet to galvanize everyone involved in bringing it to life.

In the world of classical ballet there are only a handful of story ballets, so getting a new one is cause for excitement.

I want to leave this company in the best possible shape.