PNB’s current program, GHOST STORIES (Nov 6-15, 2026), features George Balanchine’s haunting one-act ballet, La Sonnambula, two contrasting pieces by Alejandro Cerrudo (Silent Ghost and PACOPEPELUTO), and Kyle Davis’ The Raven, a world premiere based off Edgar Allen Poe’s poem. If you were one of these, which would you be? Find out with this quick quiz!
It’s Friday night. What are your plans?
A. Fresh sheets, a cozy blanket, and an early bedtime.
B. A solo walk with a curated playlist and time to get lost in thought.
C. A lively evening with friends.
D. Candlelight and a book with a haunting ending.
How would your friends describe you?
A. The one who daydreams and drifts into their own world.
B. The thoughtful one who finds joy in the little things and appreciates the quieter moments.
C. The one who keeps everyone entertained.
D. The one who has a story or deeper perspective to share.
I would describe my style as…
A. Romantic and elegant.
B. Understated and effortless. Give me relaxed silhouettes and neutral tones.
C. Minimalist. The less clothing, the better. I don’t like anything restricting me.
D. Dramatic and a little extra. I’ll never say no to feathers or a statement piece.
What music are you putting on when you need to disappear into your own world?
A. An operatic score that makes a Tuesday feel like a period drama
B. Indie tunes and atmospheric melodies that make an ordinary day feel cinematic.
C. The classics I know all the words to, preferably with a little old-school charm.
D. Something hauntingly beautiful that makes me feel all the feelings.
Pick a place to visit
A. Vienna, Austria
B. Reykjavík, Iceland
C. Las Vegas, Nevada
D. Baltimore, Maryland
If you chose…
Mostly A’s: You’re La Sonnambula
You’re a romantic at heart, drawn to a little mystery, a touch of drama, and the occasional escape into your own dream world. Whether you’re dressing up for a grand ball or curling up for an early night, you appreciate a little elegance in the everyday.
Choreographed by George Balanchine and set to music by Vittorio Rieti, based on themes by Vincenzo Bellini, La Sonnambula unfolds at a mysterious masked ball, where a Poet becomes entranced by a beautiful Sleepwalker. But beware: not every dream has a happy ending.
Mostly B’s: You’re Silent Ghost
You’re a romantic in the everyday sense. You’re happiest with a perfectly curated playlist, a slow Sunday morning, and nowhere in particular to be. You find beauty in the little things and know that life’s richest moments are often the simplest ones. Thoughtful, laid-back, and quietly adventurous, you appreciate a little spontaneity alongside your creature comforts.
Choreographed by Alejandro Cerrudo, Silent Ghost brings together contemporary movement and an atmospheric score featuring music by Ólafur Arnalds, Jon Hopkins and Kenny Anderson, Nils Frahm, and Dustin Hamman. It’s the moody, immersive side of GHOST STORIES.
Mostly C’s: You’re PACOPEPEPLUTO
You’re playful, confident, and always ready to turn an ordinary evening into a good time. You love making people laugh, know how to work a room, and never take yourself too seriously. Your playlist probably has a few classics everyone knows by heart.
Choreographed by Alejandro Cerrudo, this witty eight-minute work features three male dancer solos set to songs sung by Dean Martin and Joe Scalissi. With vintage crooner charm and a cheeky streak, PACOPEPEPLUTO proves that sometimes less really is more.
Mostly D’s: You’re The Raven
You’re imaginative, expressive, and drawn to stories that linger long after the final page. You appreciate a little darkness, find beauty in the bittersweet, and aren’t afraid of a little drama. If there’s a feathered accessory or a gothic novel involved, even better.
Created by PNB Principal Dancer Kyle Davis, The Raven is a world premiere inspired by Edgar Allan Poe’s famous poem. Set to music by Alexander Dreyschock, the ballet explores the tension between hope and grief through three characters: the Man, his lost love Lenore, and the Raven.
