Dance

Swan Lake is a ballet masterpiece that tells the story of a prince who falls in love with a beautiful swan princess under a spell. The ballet is renowned for its stunning choreography, intricate set design, and Tchaikovsky’s captivating music. Its themes of love, sacrifice, and redemption continue to resonate with audiences of all ages and backgrounds, making it a timeless classic that has endured for more than a century. This timeless tale of love and magic will be brought to life by the finest dancers of the Ukrainian National Opera and Ballet Theater. The graceful movements of the dancers will transport audiences to a world of enchantment and wonder.

Jon Lehrer Dance Company (JLDC) began in 2007 in Buffalo, NY and has already received critical acclaim nationally and internationally. Jon moved the company to his hometown of NYC in 2019, where they have become a vibrant addition to the city’s dance community. Under Jon Lehrer’s artistic direction, the company showcases his unique choreography and definitive style. His extensive background in both the modern and jazz dance idioms fosters choreography that is organic, athletic, artistic, and often humorous, with themes rooted in human experiences. Do not miss your opportunity to see why Dance Magazine said, “The company took the house not so much by storm as by quantum physics. Jon Lehrer’s strikingly original choreography transformed the stage into an energy field of super-charged particles.”  

Born and raised in Queens, New York, Jon Lehrer discovered his passion for dance at the age of 19 and never looked back. From his humble beginnings to dancing with world-renowned companies like Giordano Dance Chicago, Jon’s artistic journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Now, as the visionary behind his highly anticipated company, Jon Lehrer Dance Company promises an unforgettable experience that merges modern and jazz dance in a way that’s both artistic and accessible. Celebrate Jon’s unique choreography and definitive style—secure your tickets now and be part of this exhilarating dance extravaganza!

Photo by Kiesha Stephens

The Jon Lehrer Dance Company residency at BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center is part of the CUNY Dance Initiative (CDI), which receives major support from The Mertz Gilmore Foundation and Howard Gilman Foundation. Additional support is provided by the SHS Foundation, Rockefeller Brothers Fund’s Charles E. Culpeper Arts & Culture program, and the Harkness Foundation for Dance. CDI is spearheaded by The Kupferberg Center for the Arts at Queens College. www.cuny.edu/danceinitiative