by Kyra Laubacher | Dec 1, 2021 | Onstage, The Latest
We may be in full Nutcracker mode, but there are a handful of other exciting ballet films, premieres and more happening this holiday season. Here’s a short list of what else is going on this month. Scottish Ballet Celebrates Work of Gene Kelly in Starstruck...
by Kyra Laubacher and Amy Brandt | Nov 3, 2021 | Onstage, The Latest
Nutcracker season is almost upon us, but there’s still a chance to catch some exciting world premieres, streaming events and more before the holiday season begins. Here’s a roundup of what’s new this November. Alonzo King Company Premiere at Pacific Northwest Ballet...
by Linnea Swarting | Oct 22, 2021 | The Latest
On October 7, the dancers, staff and crew of Nashville Ballet completed their final dress rehearsal for artistic director Paul Vasterling’s Peter Pan. They left their home theater, the Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC), feeling excited about their first show...
by Kyra Laubacher | Oct 8, 2021 | News, Onstage
Autumn is officially here, and with it comes a slew of fall season openers. Check out some of the exciting world premieres, dancer debuts and streaming events happening in October. Live-Performance Premieres at Joffrey Ballet Joffrey Ballet’s Home: a Celebration runs...
by Zoe Phillips | Aug 25, 2021 | The Latest, Training
Like most every other event of last year, the Royal Academy of Dance’s Genée International Ballet Competition was canceled in 2020, put on pause during the first waves of COVID-19. Its suspension was an especially heavy blow; the organization was marking its 100th...
by Kyra Laubacher | Jun 16, 2021 | Onstage
The annual Dance Against Cancer gala is back in full force this year, bringing major dance stars together on Monday, June 21, to raise money for the American Cancer Society. Held in Lincoln Center’s outdoor Damrosch Park, it will be New York City’s largest...
by Kyra Laubacher | Jun 6, 2021 | Onstage
This month features another round of digital performances you won’t want to miss, from festivals to world premieres to anniversary programs. Read on to find out what June has in store. The Royal Ballet Now through June 27, The Royal Ballet presents 21st Century...
by Kyra Laubacher | May 16, 2021 | Onstage
South African–born choreographer Andrea Schermoly is no stranger to challenges, and she’s often on the move. Among an extensive portfolio of productions created for companies worldwide, she has also tackled reimaginings of Martha Graham’s Appalachian...