Atlanta Ballet Frida East Coast Premiere
Key Questions
When and where is the East Coast premiere of Atlanta Ballet's Frida?
The East Coast premiere of Lopez Ochoa's Frida takes place May 8-10 at the Cobb Energy Centre. It offers an immersive portrayal of Frida Kahlo inspired by her self-portraits and the tragic accident that shaped her art.
What inspired the creation of the Frida ballet?
The ballet draws from Frida Kahlo's self-portraits, which she began painting after a tragic accident at age 18 left her bedridden. It refines elements from a previous collaboration on Broken Wings, capturing her intensely personal story.
How does Frida fit into Atlanta Ballet's 2026-27 season?
Frida is part of the 2026-27 season, alongside The Nutcracker in December, Swan Lake in April 2027, and The Great Gatsby in February. These productions highlight a diverse mix of classic and contemporary works.
East Coast premiere of Lopez Ochoa's Frida May 8-10 at Cobb Energy; immersive Kahlo from self-portraits/accident origins, refined from Broken Wings collab. Ties to 2026-27 season incl. Nutcracker Dec, Swan Lake Apr'27, Gatsby Feb.