Alexei Ratmansky Unleashes the Pain of the War in Ukraine at NYC Ballet In “Solitude,” a stellar, haunting work that had its premiere on Thursday, New York City Ballet’s artist in residence brings a photograph to life.
Haunted by War in Ukraine, a Choreographer Steps Into New York City Ballet Alexei Ratmansky, arguably the most important ballet choreographer today, has made a deeply personal first work as artist in residence that reflects his Ukrainian roots.