Watch an exclusive studio-to-stage preview of Maslow’s Peak at the Guggenheim New York!
Go behind-the-scenes with BalletX and Works & Process at Guggenheim New York for an electrifying look at Maslow’s Peak, a bold new full-length ballet by choreographer Jennifer Archibald. Inspired by Lord of the Flies, this gripping work explores the depths of human nature, survival, and power through Archibald’s signature fusion of ballet and hip-hop.
With striking visual collaborations from director/designer Guy de Lancey, costume designer Emily Morgan, lighting designer Drew Billiau, and scenic shop Proof Productions, Maslow’s Peak promises an immersive, high-intensity experience. Witness excerpts from this dynamic new work before its highly-anticipated world premiere at Festival at the Mann, May 2-3.
PANEL: Jennifer Archibald (Choreographer), Christine Cox (Artistic & Executive Director, Co-Founder, BalletX), Guy de Lancey (Scenic Designer), Emily Morgan (Costume Designer), Jane Raleigh (Director of Dance Programming, John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Moderator)
DANCERS: Eli Alford, Savannah Green, Lanie Jackson, Mathis Joubert, Jared Kelly, Jerard Palazo, Minori Sakita
Leadership support for this Works & Process program is provided by Jeff and Susan Campbell.
Maslow’s Peak has been supported by The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage.
Experience the full-length debut of Maslow’s Peak, May 2-3, 2025 at BalletX’s Festival at the Mann—click to get tickets today!










