BalletMet presented its triple-bill program “For the Love of Dance” at the Davidson Theatre in Columbus from March 20–28, 2026, featuring a world premiere by company dancer Leiland Charles alongside works by choreographers Alexei Ratmansky and Juanjo Arqués. The production was part of the company’s 48th season.

The centerpiece of the program was the world premiere of “Divide and Conquer,” choreographed by BalletMet company member Leiland Charles. For the production, Charles collaborated with a fashion design class at Columbus College of Art and Design, with students creating costume concepts as part of their coursework. The program also included Ratmansky’s “Seven Sonatas,” set to piano sonatas by Domenico Scarlatti, which premiered in 2009 during Ratmansky’s residency with American Ballet Theatre and features six dancers in three couples. Arqués’ “Ignite” drew inspiration from William Turner’s painting “The Burning of the Houses of Lords and Commons,” with dancers in yellow, orange, and red silk costumes representing flame.

“‘For the Love of Dance’ is a celebration of artistic range and creative voices,” said BalletMet Artistic Director Remi Wörtmeyer. “Bringing three very different ballets by three amazing choreographers into one program lets audiences see how movement, music and design can come together in so many ways.” The Davidson Theatre is located at The Riffe Center in downtown Columbus. More information about upcoming BalletMet productions is available at balletmet.org.

Source: BroadwayWorld Columbus