Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo, the world’s foremost all-male comic ballet company, brings its internationally beloved troupe of dancers to Bloomington as part of its landmark 50th anniversary season, featuring gems from the company’s groundbreaking repertoire. Founded in New York City in 1974, the company, affectionately known as The Trocks, has grown from its roots in late-late shows in off-off Broadway lofts to become a global touring sensation, performing from Tokyo to Toronto and everywhere in between. 

The company dances with razor-sharp wit and breathtaking pointe work, performing polished parodies of works that span the classical ballet canon. Revered by ballet aficionados as well as by those who don’t know a plié from a jeté, the Trocks are “a guaranteed hoot for people who know nothing of ballet and an absolute must for those who think they know the originals.” (Sydney Star Observer)

The public is also invited to the following FREE engagement events with the Trocks. RSVP by clicking here to any of these events.

Screening of Ballerina Boys and Q&A with Ballet Master

Friday, February 23 at 7:30 p.m.

IU Radio and Television Building Theatre (Room 251)

The film gives a behind-the scenes portrait of The Trocks and how they became the world's foremost gender-skewing comic ballet company, as well as how their signature style and message of equality, inclusion, and social justice resonates with audiences around the world.The company's ballet master, Raffaele Morra, will provide a Q&A session after the screening.

Company Conversation

Saturday, February 24 at 12 p.m.

IU Auditorium Lobby

Company members will discuss the company’s history following its inception in the wake of the Stonewall riots and the Trocks’ approach to gender and drag performance.

Open Rehearsal

Saturday, February 24 4:30–6:30 p.m.

IU Auditorium Theatre

Guests are invited to watch a portion of company class and subsequent preparations onstage while the company is on tour. There will be a brief introduction after the class by the Artistic Director or Ballet Master, followed by an informal chat with participants.