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NYCB's Firing of Zachary Catazaro and Amar Ramasar Determined "Wrongful and Unjust"

One of the country’s top arbitrators has decided to reinstate Amar Ramasar and Zachary Catazaro to New York City Ballet. The former principals were fired last fall for “inappropriate communications,” namely graphic text messages. The dancers’ union, American Guild of Musical Artists, fought the termination, arguing that the firings were unjust since they related entirely […]

The Dance Community Responds to NYCB's Firing of Amar Ramasar and Zachary Catazaro

New York City Ballet fired principal dancers Amar Ramasar and Zachary Catazaro on Saturday. Both had initially been suspended until 2019 for engaging in “inappropriate communications,” while principal Chase Finlay, who was the instigator of those communications, resigned. (Although, in a statement on Saturday, NYCB made it clear they had decided to terminate Finlay prior […]

Follow Amar Ramasar Through a Typical Day

Who doesn’t love a good behind-the-scenes video? As part of their new web series, American Doers, People magazine followed New York City Ballet’s Amar Ramasar around for a day. For fans of the charismatic and vibrant (not to mention stylish) principal dancer, the video does not disappoint. We see Ramasar coaching the series host, James […]

As Company Seasons Close, Many Longtime Dancers Take Their Final Bows

It’s the time of year where seasons draw to a close. And as curtains fall for the last time before summer, many longtime dancers are also saying goodbye to the stage. Read on to learn about the most recent farewell announcements. Ballet West Ballet West bid farewell to married company members Rex Tilton and Allison […]

Don’t Miss These Virtual World Premieres Happening in March

As the ballet world pushes into spring, companies across the country are adapting to the pandemic by premiering new digital works, wrapping up virtual seasons and engaging in artistic collaborations. Here are a few of the world-premiere digital programs on tap this month. Kansas City Ballet Kansas City Ballet dancer Whitney Huell in a new […]