Future Forward is grounded in Smuin Ballet’s past while looking boldly ahead. “Hearts Suite” is an excerpt from founder Michael Smuin’s ballet set to the songs of Edith Piaf. Based on a concept and scenario written by Raquel Bitton and originally choreographed for the San Francisco Ballet in 1986, the suite has not been seen on the Smuin stage since 2015. Katarzyna “Kate” Skarpetowska’s “Sextette,” a joyful piece set to Bach, also returns.

Two world premieres cement Smuin’s ongoing commitment to new work. Artistic Director Amy Seiwert creates her 15th ballet, “Still Falling,” featuring the solo piano intermezzi of Johannes Brahms.

Andrea “Andi” Schermoly, formerly of Nederlands Dans Theater, brings her cinematic and athletic choreography to her first piece for Smuin Ballet, “Jane Doe.”

At select San Francisco performances, concert pianist John Wilson performs live alongside Smuin Contemporary Ballet (excluding only the Saturday, April 25, 2:00 p.m. performance).

Don’t miss this final program of the season!