Asian American Ballet Project

Receding and Reemerging

Asian American Ballet Project’s 3rd annual performance, Receding and Reemerging, weaves together six original ballets that honor ancient folktales, confront painful histories, and unravel the complexities of Asian American identity. With original choreography, live music, and bold new interpretations, AABP offers a powerful artistic response to this moment. Featuring contributions by 18 Asian American artists, Receding and Reemerging invites audiences to imagine a future where Asian American experiences are not only seen—but celebrated.

Featured Works:

  • Spectre de la Rose - The 1911 Ballet Russes classic restaged inside a WWII Japanese American “assembly center,” challenging our nostalgia for “greater” pasts.

  • The Legend - A modern retelling of a Kazakh folktale pitting man against beast.

  • Mended Vespers - A contemporary exploration of connection, isolation, and desire during the pandemic.

  • Aigul - An abstract representation of the origin story of the Kyrgyz moonflower highlighting individual strength and collective power.

  • Entwined Destinies - A duet capturing the Red Thread of Fate myth by exploring the journey of relationships through the interaction of two dancers and a red ribbon.

  • Gabi sa Gubat/Night Jungle - set in a Philippine forest filled with fantastical creatures, reflecting on the magnetism of shared cultural mythologies and how they capture the psyche.

Running Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes, 1 intermission

Assisted Listening Devices: All performances
All performances of Receding and Reemerging will feature complimentary assisted listening devices upon request.

Receding and Reemerging

Performance Schedule

Saturday, June 21, 2025 — 7pm (Post-Show Reception)

Sunday, June 22, 2025 — 3pm (Post-Show Talkback)

Ticket Information

All seats reserved; seating opens 30 minutes prior to curtain. Lobby opens 1 hour prior to curtain. Late seating is at ASA management’s discretion and may include alternate seats to those purchased and/or not sitting with your group.

All Tickets are $25-$35
All ticket prices include all service fees. There are no additional charges. See our Ticket Policies, Terms, and Conditions for more information.

Note: Card to Culture tickets are available for $10 in limited quantities for every performance to EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare cardholders (or similar programs from other states). Card to Culture tickets must be picked up at the ASA box office (eligible cards must be presented at time of pickup and should match the name on the tickets).

Accessible Seats:
Row A is on the main floor level and is accessible to those who use wheelchairs and other mobility devices, those who are unable to climb steps, and patrons who are low-vision/require front row seating for any other reason. Each row beginning with Row B requires climbing steps as indicated on the seat selection page. Row A will have theater chairs provided for those who need accessible seats and their companions with the exception of wheelchair locations (designated in blue on the seating selection chart).