Her Door to the Sky – Ghost Variations – ZigZag
Celebrate PNB’s Resident Choreographer Jessica Lang with some of her most beloved works. Inspired by legendary American painter Georgia O’Keeffe’s Patio Door series, Her Door to the Sky is one of Lang’s most radiant pieces. In stark contrast, Ghost Variations explores Robert Schumann’s final compositions before he was confined to an asylum. ZigZag, Lang’s delightful tribute to the legendary career of Tony Bennet, rounds out this trio that highlights her versatility, virtuosity, and varied choreographic inspiration.
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Conversations & Dress Rehearsal
Enjoy an in-depth discussion between PNB artists, from choreographers to costume designers, before attending a dress rehearsal performance with PNB Company dancers and the PNB Orchestra. You’ll get behind-the-scenes perspectives and a sneak peek at the show.
Date
May 28, 2026
Time
5:30pm
Guest Artist
TBD
Where
McCaw Hall
Cost
$25 Suggested Donation
Ballet Talk
Perfect for folks wanting to learn more about ballet and its history, “Ballet Talks” are entertaining half–hour lectures about PNB’s current show given by dance experts. Join us an hour before your performance downstairs in the Nesholm Family Lecture Hall!
Date
All Performances
Time
One Hour Before the Start of the Performance
Where
Nesholm Family Lecture Hall
Cost
Free
Meet the Artist
Connect with PNB Company artists in these inspiring Q&A sessions directly following your performance. “Meet the Artist” is an opportunity to discuss how the ballet you just watched impacted you and to learn the performers’ unique insights.
Date
All Performances
Time
Immediately Following the Performance
Where
Nesholm Family Lecture Hall
Cost
Free
Casting
Casting is posted five days in advance.
Program Credits
Music
Benjamin Britten (Her Door to the Sky)
Robert Schumann (Ghost Variations)
Tony Bennett (ZigZag)
Choreography
Jessica Lang
Scenic Design
Jessica Lang (Her Door to the Sky)
Derek McLane (ZigZag)
Costume Design
Bradon McDonald (Her Door to the Sky)
Jillian Lewis (Ghost Variations)
Wes Gordon (ZigZag)
Lighting Design
Nicole Pearce (Her Door to the Sky)
Reed Nakayama (Ghost Variations)
Nicole Pearce (ZigZag)
PNB Premiere
August 2016 (Her Door to the Sky)
November 12, 2020 (Ghost Variations)
May 29, 2026 (ZigZag)
Premiere
August 2016; Pacific Northwest Ballet – Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival (Her Door to the Sky)
November 12, 2020; Pacific Northwest Ballet – Digital Release (Ghost Variations)
October 26, 2021 at the David H. Koch Theater, Lincoln Center (ZigZag)