For over 140 years, La Bayadère has affirmed its sublime elements: the “Kingdom of the Shades” act, a ballet blanc of pristine classicism; brilliantly musical, virtuosic variations that dancers love to perform. Its drama has inspired unforgettable star performances, and Marius Petipa’s seminal choreography has impacted choreographers like George Balanchine. But many take issue with […]
Mark your calendars! This Tuesday, July 7, join pre-professional dancers across the globe in an inaugural live-stream event celebrating World Ballet School Day 2020. Made “by students for students,” the event aims to bring young generations of dancers together in an international recognition of the unifying power of ballet, dance and the art world at […]
When you see Olivia Book dance, you first notice her long lines, incredible control and captivating stage presence. It’s obvious why the Canadian dancer received high marks at Toronto’s Youth American Grand Prix competition last year—the girl has talent! It isn’t until a second or third glance that you realize that one of the 16-year-old’s […]
Yesterday, Dance Magazine released its much-awaited, annual “25 to Watch” list. With 2020 just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to get to know these breakout dancers, choreographers and companies (see the full list here). Spanning dance genres, the diverse list includes eight ballet dancers. And though we admit we’re a bit biased, we […]
New York City Ballet principal Lauren Lovette tries hard to focus on wellness despite her busy schedule. Her Hydro Flask water bottle—a gift from colleague Indiana Woodward—is emblazoned with the words “Be Here Now,” a daily reminder to stay present. Lovette also keeps two doTERRA essential oils in her bag, and starts each day with […]
Wonder what’s going on in ballet this week? We’ve rounded up some highlights. Nashville Ballet is the First U.S. Company to Perform Annabelle Lopez Ochoa’s “A Streetcar Named Desire” Annabelle Lopez Ochoa’s A Streetcar Named Desire makes its U.S. company premiere at Nashville Ballet November 1-3. This award-winning, full-length adaptation of Tennessee Williams’ classic play […]
Watching Adelaide Clauss dance intoxicates the senses, a visual equivalent of a flower’s perfume. This past spring, while performing Swan Lake‘s Act II pas de deux at a benefit in her hometown of Buffalo, New York, her melding of grace and technique revealed her to be an artist of great promise. Her delicately positioned arms […]
Working in corporate America can be a grind, so, for many, vacation is a welcome opportunity to relax and unwind. But for Jane Collier, it’s a chance to ramp up her ballet training. Though she’s based in Chicago, where she works in global sourcing for Walgreens Boots Alliance, over the last several years she’s attended […]
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