Wasn't sure where to post this question. I was just curious. I saw that ABT did the Sylvia pas this fall and that it also appears on the imposed list at YAGP. Is this Balanchine piece public domain?

According to this article in the law journal of Villanova University, it is not in the public domain (at least, Balanchine's version). The ballet is wholly owned by Leda Eglevsky - though I think she has died so it has probably devolved to her heirs, and may still be administered by the Trust.

It might make sense to ask someone at ABT - since it is in their repertory, they would would know who they contact for permission to perform it.

Sylvia the Balanchine version is not public domain and you must go through the Balanchine Trust to ask for the rights.

Leigh: Do you happen to know anyone I can contact there? Thanks.

Aubri: Can you explain why the Sylvia Pas is on the imposed list at Youth Grand Prix?

I have to warn you that it was a controversy last year and I would suggest that you choose another variation and I think that the Grand Prix should take it out of it's list;)

Thanks Aubri. Not thinking about doing Grand Prix, but an arts award program. Will steer clear of the piece. Thanks again.