Trivia

New York City Ballet has a long and fascinating history. Many of the Company's artists and creative works illuminate ballet's development through time and, importantly, point the way to a continually unfolding future. Test your knowledge of history, names, places, and events as you play New York City Ballet's Trivia Game.

New questions will be added periodically. If you have a question concerning any Trivia Game answer or you would like to submit a question of your own, send your email to clanders@nycballet.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

Question 1.  What was the title of the first ballet choreographed by Peter Martins?
Les Petits Riens
The Magic Flute
Calcium Light Night
Sonate di Scarlatti

Question 2.  Summerspace, created by Merce Cunningham on his own company, was first danced by NYCB in 1966. The distinctive sets and costumes were designed by artist Robert Rauschenberg and draw their inspiration from a particular artistic style. What is that style called?
Cubism
Impressionism
Pointillism
Abstract Expressionism

Question 3.  In 1838 the Paris Opera Ballet engaged American ballerina Augusta Maywood as a guest artist. More than a century was to pass before another American dancer would be accorded the same honor. Who was this ballerina?
Allegra Kent
Patricia McBride
Kyra Nichols
Maria Tallchief