Hofesh Shechter and his inimitable dancers take the audience on a wild headfirst dive into the theatre of dreams. They delve deep into the world of fantasy and the subconscious, revealing fears, hopes, desires and a myriad of emotions that penetrates not only the dreaming mind but also our waking thoughts. The dancers’ bodies bring to life on stage this interplay between poetry and reality, accompanied by live musicians and Shechter’s trademark cinematic composition.

Returning to New York after performances on Broadway, Alvin Ailey, and the Metropolitan Opera, acclaimed choreographer Hofesh Shechter continues his pursuit of art that moves us beyond reason in a stunning new work.

In a milestone season for Shechter’s work in New York, Theatre of Dreams follows the New York premiere of Red Carpet (with Paris Opera Ballet) at New York City Center.

Hofesh Shechter OBE is a choreographer, composer, and Artistic Director of the UK-based Hofesh Shechter Company. Famed for his visceral, rhythm-driven works, his defining pieces—Political Mother, The Art of Not Looking Back, Sun, barbarians, and Grand Finale—combine raw physicality with cinematic lighting and original scores. Shechter's choreography has been staged by major companies including Alvin Ailey, Martha Graham, Paris Opera Ballet, and the Royal Ballet, and commissioned by the Metropolitan Opera. His films Clowns and Political Mother: The Final Cut have earned international acclaim, including Best Dance Film at Cannes. He is Associate Artist at Sadler's Wells and was awarded an OBE for Services to Dance in 2018. On Broadway, he choreographed the 2016 revival of Fiddler on the Roof, and co-directed with Matthew Warchus a new adaptation of Oedipus starring Rami Malek and Indira Varma.