Rena Butler Brings Depth, Identity, and Curiosity to the Stage with “Cracks” at Pacific Northwest Ballet

Rena Butler's new piece "Cracks" premieres at Pacific Northwest Ballet as part of Director’s Choice, blending themes of identity, queerness, and self-love. In her convo with Besa Gordon, Rena reflected on grounding, breaking norms in ballet, and the power of curiosity. “We’re not monoliths. We do everything under the sun.” Catch Cracks starting May 30 and see why Rena is one of the most exciting choreographers in dance today.