See Ian’s Work / Choreography
Classical craft. Theatrical instinct. A world of possibilities.
From the intimacy of a quiet duet to the energy of an ensemble piece set to the music of Judy Garland, Ian’s work brings musicality, character and human relationships into motion.
Start here / Choreography reel
Begin with the choreography reel, then explore four featured ballets—a small selection from Ian’s wider body of choreographic work.
Watch the reel on Vimeo (new tab)Selected ballets / Four featured works
01 / Convergence Ballet
Character, wit and dance meet in a work with music by The Beatles.
Watch the full work on Vimeo (new tab)Choreography by Ian Parsons.
02 / Convergence Ballet
An ensemble work for five dancers, bringing individual presence into a shared world of longing.
Watch the full work on Vimeo (new tab)Music: Ralph Vaughan-Williams. Dancers: Matthew Mendez, David Maurice, Samantha Gray, Maddie Coury and Julie Zukaitis.
03 / Company Life Program at Canada's National Ballet School
A hommage. A journey.
Watch the full work on Vimeo (new tab)Music: Ryuichi Sakamoto. Pianist: So Hyun Kim. Lighting: Paolo Collantes.
04 / Company Life Program at Canada's National Ballet School
Who are we when we are in the public eye?
Watch the full work on Vimeo (new tab)Music: Judy Garland. Dancers: Mayako Setta, Nathan Cronheim-Strasser, Emily Webb, Ryan Cheng, Stacey Johnson, Lacey Park and Tessa Baker. Lighting: Paolo Collantes
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