George Balanchine’s glamorous three-act Jewels celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Three New York City Ballet stars share their insights on their signature roles in “Emeralds,” “Rubies,” and “Diamonds.” Here’s Teresa Reichlen on “Rubies.” The soloist in “Rubies” has been one of my favorite roles since the first time I danced it. I was in […]
This February has brought another round of exciting leadership changes, inspiring farewells, promotions and more. Catch up on the latest news in the ballet world. Farewells at New York City Ballet New York City Ballet principals Teresa Reichlen and Gonzalo Garcia both retire from the stage this month. Reichlen, a principal since 2009, celebrated her […]
January has brought a wave of dance news. In addition to the recent artistic director appointments of Tamara Rojo at San Francisco Ballet and Jodie Gates at Cincinnati Ballet, this month also brought exciting dancer promotions, retirement announcements and more. Here’s the latest. PNB’s Noelani Pantastico Announces Her Retirement Pacific Northwest Ballet principal Noelani Pantastico […]
In December 2019, the New York Times listed New York City Ballet corps dancer Mira Nadon alongside Billie Eilish and Lizzo as one of the year’s biggest breakout stars. Nadon, then 18, had just made her debut in George Balanchine’s “Rubies,” taking on the fiery lead with a dazzling mix of risk-taking, self-assurance and charisma […]
Pointe shoes, with their ability to elevate a dancer both literally and metaphorically to a superhuman realm, are the ultimate symbol of a ballerina’s ethereality and hard work. For students, receiving a first pair of pointe shoes is a rite of passage. The shoes carry an almost mystical allure: They’re an endless source of lore […]
Anyone attending the National Ballet of Cuba‘s biennial Havana International Ballet Festival can expect an adventure that is equal parts treasure hunt and lottery, amidst a cornucopia of choices. This year’s festival, the 26th, was no exception, offering 25 programs in four theaters. The event, held October 28-November 6, was also notable for the unanticipated […]
This year, New York City Ballet and Paris Opéra Ballet’s galas fell on the same evening, giving us even more dancer-designer moments to appreciate. After the red carpet, NYCB’s annual fashion-themed gala started with a serious note. Before the curtain went up the dancers gathered onstage to deliver a heartfelt message regarding the recent lawsuit […]
This year, New York City Ballet and Paris Opéra Ballet’s galas fell on the same evening, giving us even more dancer-designer moments to appreciate. After the red carpet, NYCB’s annual fashion-themed gala started with a serious note. Before the curtain went up the dancers gathered onstage to deliver a heartfelt message regarding the recent lawsuit […]