Alonzo King LINES Ballet

Founded in 1982, Alonzo King LINES Ballet is a beacon of innovation in contemporary ballet. Under the visionary direction of choreographer Alonzo King, the company transcends classical boundaries by weaving together diverse cultural traditions through bold international collaborations. The result is a language of movement that is at once deeply personal and universally resonant : athletic, articulate, and emotionally powerful.

Hailed by William Forsythe as “one of the few true ballet masters of our time,” Alonzo King has garnered international acclaim, including the San Francisco Arts Medal, induction into the California Hall of Fame, and the prestigious Dance Magazine Award.

Each season, LINES Ballet unveils new creations in its home city before embarking on international tours, sharing its transformative vision with audiences around the globe.

Beyond the stage, LINES is committed to the future of dance. Through robust training programs, open classes, and free educational outreach in San Francisco schools, the company inspires the next generation of artists and makes the power of dance accessible to all.

« Through a dance that is as aesthetic as it is earthy, dazzling in its virtuosity, (…) he develops forms of sublime rituals that connect the intimate with the universal, the carnal with the spiritual. »

Jérémy Bernède, Midi Libre

« The dancers, rigorously trained in ballet, dedicate tehir craft to profoundly modern performance, infused witha classicism that enhances its brillance. »

Peter Avondo, L’œil d’Olivier

« Alonzo King masterfully blends classical and contemporary dance to create a work of striking aesthetic beauty. […] With meticulous attention to sets, costumes, and lighting, and a distinctive, feline movement style that is the choreographer’s hallmark. »

Gil Martin, Metropolitain