This opulent triptych is inspired by Balanchines visit to famous jewelry store Van Cleef Arpels on New Yorks Fifth Avenue To honor the cities and their famous dance schools in Paris New York and St Petersburg each is assigned a gem Balanchine succeeds in paying homage of enchanting beauty to the three dance schools that shaped his style each represented by a highcontrast gemstone Jewels offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the genius of the choreographer in this highly visually captivating performance performed by some of the most brilliant dancers in the world