Joffrey at the Harris: Matters of the Heart

Joffrey at the Harris: Matters of the Heart

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Presented by The Joffrey Ballet
Featuring the Chicago Philharmonic

Nov 6–9, 2025 | Harris Theater for Music and Dance

Performance Times:
Thu, Nov 6 at 7:30 PM
Fri, Nov 7 at 7:30 PM
Sat, Nov 8 at 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Sun, Nov 9 at 2:00 PM

Performance Run Time: 2 hours, including intermission

About the Show:

Chicago’s The Joffrey Ballet, known for their “technical brilliance and emotional boldness” (WTTW) performs Matters of the Heart — featuring the world premiere of a moving Chicago love story in Wabash & You, and a stunning tribute to Frida Kahlo in Broken Wings.

Inspired by a true story, Chanel DaSilva’s Wabash & You takes us on a journey from a spontaneous chance encounter between two strangers to an unforgettable romance. Set in downtown Chicago, this modern twist on the classic girl-meets-boy story reminds us that love can find us anywhere at any time. But does that mean that love will last forever? Performed live with the dynamic and soulful music of The Main Squeeze, Wabash & You is a love letter both to the city of Chicago and to the hopeless romantics that live within us all.

Broken Wings is a narrative ballet inspired by Frida Kahlo’s life and art. Drawing from Kahlo’s paintings, the ballet incorporates surrealist elements and Mexican folk music, with a score by Peter Salem. The story features three human characters, with additional dancers representing Kahlo’s self-portraits and symbolizing her strength and grounded nature. The ballet highlights Kahlo’s transformation of personal pain into art, focusing on her unapologetic personality and deep connection to her Mexican roots. Diego Rivera, Kahlo’s husband and creative partner, plays a central role in this ballet. Through Broken Wings, choreographer Annabelle Lopez Ochoa celebrates Kahlo’s resilience and the indigenous influences in her art, offering a powerful portrayal of her legacy.

“An example of ballet at its finest, with some of the world’s best artists coming together to make inconceivable theatrical magic.” — Chicago Tribune