Academy of Music tickets 28 February 2026 - Premiere Blink of an Eye. A Case of You. Embrace. Revelations. | GoComGo.com

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Blink of an Eye. A Case of You. Embrace. Revelations.

Academy of Music, Philadelphia, USA
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Important Info
Type: Ballet
City: Philadelphia, USA
Starts at: 19:30
Acts: 1
Duration: 15min

E-tickets: Print at home or at the box office of the event if so specified. You will find more information in your booking confirmation email.

You can only select the category, and not the exact seats.
If you order 2 or 3 tickets: your seats will be next to each other.
If you order 4 or more tickets: your seats will be next to each other, or, if this is not possible, we will provide a combination of groups of seats (at least in pairs, for example 2+2 or 2+3).

Cast
Performers
Violin: Itzhak Perlman
Creators
Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach
Choreographer: Alvin Ailey
Choreographer: Fredrick Earl Mosley
Choreographer: Judith Jamison
Choreographer: Medhi Walerski
Overview

Blink of an Eye by Mehdi Walerski is a fast-paced, high-energy contemporary dance work driven by precision and momentum. The choreography captures fleeting moments, shifting instantly between control and release.

Blink of an Eye by Mehdi Walerski explores speed, awareness, and the tension between instinct and structure. Sharp transitions and continuous motion create a sense of urgency, as if time is constantly slipping forward. The work highlights Walerski’s athletic and musical style, where split-second choices shape the entire experience.

A Case of You by Judith Jamison is a deeply personal and expressive solo that explores love, longing, and emotional vulnerability. The work reveals the quiet power of intimacy through restrained yet resonant movement.

A Case of You by Judith Jamison is an iconic solo that embodies reflection, devotion, and emotional depth. Set to Joni Mitchell’s song, the choreography unfolds with simplicity and honesty, allowing feeling to guide each gesture. It stands as a timeless expression of Jamison’s artistry, presence, and ability to communicate profound emotion through movement.

Embrace by Fredrick Earl Mosley is a moving exploration of connection, trust, and shared humanity. Through fluid partnering and expressive movement, the work highlights both vulnerability and strength.

Embrace by Fredrick Earl Mosley uses intimate, grounded choreography to examine the act of coming together—emotionally and physically. The movement language emphasizes support, weight, and closeness, creating moments that feel tender yet resilient. The work invites viewers to reflect on relationships, compassion, and the power of human touch.

Revelations by Alvin Ailey is a powerful modern dance masterpiece inspired by African American spirituals and lived experience. The work expresses struggle, faith, and joy through deeply emotional and communal movement.

Revelations by Alvin Ailey is an iconic dance work that traces a journey from sorrow to hope using music rooted in African American spirituals. Through a blend of modern dance, ballet, and jazz influences, the choreography reflects resilience, spirituality, and collective memory. It remains a timeless celebration of the human spirit and one of the most influential works in modern dance history.

Venue Info

Academy of Music - Philadelphia
Location   Academy of Music is at 240 South Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19102

 Known for its elegant historic interior, the theater hosts opera, ballet, concerts, and Broadway shows. The hall features multiple seating levels, including orchestra, balcony, family circle, and amphitheater, offering audiences a classic and immersive performance experience.

The Academy of Music opened its doors in 1857 and has been showcasing some of the world's best artists and performers ever since. Today the theater is widely used for a variety of performances from Broadway to comedians, musicians and orchestras, seating up to 2,600 guests. 

The hall was built in 1855–57 and is the oldest opera house in the United States that is still used for its original purpose. Known as the “Grand Old Lady of Locust Street,” the venue is the home of the Philadelphia Ballet and Opera Philadelphia. It was also home to the Philadelphia Orchestra from its inception in 1900 until 2001, when the orchestra moved to the new Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts. The Philadelphia Orchestra still retains ownership of the Academy. The hall was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1962. Known for its elegant historic interior, the theater hosts opera, ballet, concerts, and Broadway shows. The hall features multiple seating levels, including orchestra, balcony, family circle, and amphitheater, offering audiences a classic and immersive performance experience.

Important Info
Type: Ballet
City: Philadelphia, USA
Starts at: 19:30
Acts: 1
Duration: 15min
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