American Ballet Theatre’s Fall Gala Honors Misty Copeland: A Farewell, a Continuum

At ABT’s 85th Anniversary Fall Gala, Misty Copeland gave her farewell performance at Lincoln Center, an evening of elegance, reflection, and history featuring tributes from Oprah Winfrey, Debbie Allen, and Caroline Kennedy.
ABT’s 85th Gala: Spring Stars Brave the Storm to Celebrate a New Season and a Principal’s Legacy

Storm clouds hovered outside, but inside Cipriani South Street, spring had arrived—guests stepped in wearing vivid florals, sweeping gowns, and a shared devotion to ballet. The American Ballet Theatre’s 85th Anniversary Gala was a vibrant celebration of legacy, performance, and community.