Summer Soirée: Ballet festival Opening Night with Misty Copeland
Some evenings end with a standing ovation — but the most unforgettable ones begin there.
Art-full members are invited to join us on Tuesday, August 4th for The Joyce’s Summer Soirée, a special opening-night celebration in support of the vital work of The Joyce Theater Foundation.
Through an exclusive offer, Art-full members may reserve the full evening—including an orchestra ticket and private post-show reception—for $185 (nearly 50% below the regular $350 ticket price), when booked by Friday, July 17.
The evening begins with the 7:30 PM performance of Ballet Festival: Curated by Misty Copeland, an inspiring showcase of artists expanding the possibilities of contemporary ballet.
Following the performance, the celebration continues at PHD Rooftop Lounge for an exclusive post-show reception with cocktails, sweeping city views, and the rare opportunity to spend time with Misty Copeland and featured artists from the festival.
Whether you are a lifelong ballet lover or simply drawn to extraordinary artistic experiences, this evening offers a beautiful way to celebrate movement, creativity, and the future of ballet — while supporting an institution dedicated to keeping dance vibrant, visible, and deeply connected to audiences.
Why Join?
Experience the Opening Night performance (program A)* of the Ballet Festival.
Enjoy exclusive access to a private post-show reception with Misty Copeland and participating festival artists.
Connect with fellow Art-full members and New York's vibrant performing arts community.
Celebrate a summer evening where world-class performance, inspiring conversation, and rooftop views come together.
Special Art-full Member Ticket Offer: $185/ person through Friday, July 17. Regular price of $350/ person thereafter
This preferred member rate represents a savings of $165 and is available for a limited time only. No additional Premier member discount available.
Event Details
📅 Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
🕢 7:30 PM | Performance
📍 The Joyce Theater | 175 8th Avenue
🥂 Approx. 9:00 PM | Post-show Reception
📍 PHD Rooftop Lounge | 355 W 16th St
Your ticket includes:
Orchestra ticket to the 7:30 PM Opening Night Performance of Ballet Festival: Curated by Misty Copeland at The Joyce Theater.
Exclusive invitation to the private post-show cocktail reception at PHD Rooftop Lounge (355 W 16th St,) with Misty Copeland and participating festival artists.
Cocktails & hors d’oeuvres at the reception
Availability is limited, and the preferred Art-full member rate is only available through Friday, July 17. Advance booking is strongly recommended.
*Program Details:
Interactions
Choreography by Ingrid Silva
Independent Artists Elias Re and Renan Cerdeiro
Show Pony
Choreography by Kyle Abraham
New York City Ballet Principal Dancer Taylor Stanley
Percussion IV
Choreography by Bob Fosse
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Dancer, Shota Miyoshi
Young Lovers (excerpt)
Choreography by Houston Thomas
Complexions Contemporary Ballet Artists Joe González (Co-Associate Artistic Director) and Aeron Buchanan
Sonata for Two Cellos
Choreography by José Limón
New York City Ballet Soloist Victor Abreu
Live music by cellist Titilayo Ayangade
Ave Maria
Choreography by Dwight Rhoden
Complexions Contemporary Ballet Artists April Watson and Joe González (Co-Associate Artistic Director)
New work by Aleisha Walker
The Art-Full Membership
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