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New Documentary MADU On Disney+ Spotlights Young Lagos Dancer in England
by Joshua Wright - March 28, 2024

Check out the trailer for MADU, which follows 12-year-old Anthony Madu as he leaves his family and community in Nigeria to study at one of the most prestigious ballet schools in the world in England.

Bodiography to Present VISIONS At The Kelly-Strayhorn Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 28, 2024

Bodiography will present Visions at the Kelly-Strayhorn Theater. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: ENGLISH NATIONAL BALLET - CARMEN, Sadler's Wells
by Matthew Paluch - March 28, 2024

Inger's Carmen is successful in two key ways: firstly it tells the existing narrative of Carmen incredibly clearly, secondly it actually does so with “new resonance' - who'd have thunk it.

Interview: Ethan Stiefel And Gillian Murphy are Taking American Repertory Ballet to New Heights
by Christina Pandolfi - March 28, 2024

Ethan Stiefel and Gillian Murphy are two of the world’s greatest dancers of all time. A bold statement, yes—but one undeniably supported by their decades spent delighting audiences all over the world. Stiefel, singular for his excellence of classical technique and precision; Murphy, for her poetic resonance and bravura, the duo have each made names for themselves that will be long remembered in the history books.

NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet At The Ford Wyoming Center
by A.A. Cristi - March 27, 2024

Experience the magic of Christmas with NUTCRACKER!, returning to the Ford Wyoming Center in Casper. Tickets go on sale April 1.

New York Theatre Ballet Launches Summer Repertoire Workshops
by A.A. Cristi - March 27, 2024

Explore the summer repertoire workshops by NEW YORK THEATRE BALLET. Dive into the world of ballet with these engaging and immersive workshops.

Hubbard Street Dance Chicago to Present Spring Series: OF JOY at Harris Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 27, 2024

Hubbard Street Dance Chicago will present its Spring Series: OF JOY, featuring a unique blend of athleticism and fluidity. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Nua Dance Brings NOISE to University Theatre, Bath Spa Live and Exeter Phoenix This Spring
by Stephi Wild - March 27, 2024

Nua Dance will present its immersive promenade performance NOISE at University Theatre, Bath Spa (25 April) and Exeter Phoenix (30 April) this spring.

Dance Consortium Appoints Claire Morton As Senior Producer
by Stephi Wild - March 27, 2024

Dance Consortium has appointed Claire Morton in the new role of Senior Producer, the first in a number of new permanent roles to be introduced to the organisation. Claire will take up the role from mid-June.

Anna Zavelson, Jordan Dobson And More Are Finalists for the 14th Annual Clive Barnes Award
by A.A. Cristi - March 26, 2024

The Clive & Valerie Barnes Foundation has announced the 2023 finalists for The Clive Barnes Award in Dance and Theatre.

AGELESS DANCERS Book Launch and Signing Announced At Jason McCoy Gallery In April
by A.A. Cristi - March 26, 2024

Join the book launch and signing event for AGELESS DANCERS, a collection of photographs by Betti Franceschi, celebrating the timeless beauty of dance.

New Jersey Ballet Celebrates 65th Anniversary Presents Lauren Lovette Premiere And More In May
by A.A. Cristi - March 26, 2024

Celebrate the 65th anniversary of the New Jersey Ballet with the premiere of Lauren Lovette's performance and more on May 3-4. Don't miss this milestone event in the world of ballet.

Joffrey Ballet Closes Season With Crowd Favorite, Alexander Ekman's MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by A.A. Cristi - March 25, 2024

Joffrey Ballet concludes its season with a popular return of Alexander Ekman's MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM.

Repertory Dance Theatre to Present Six Local Artists for 2024 Link Performance Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 22, 2024

Repertory Dance Theatre will present a season of dance performances, featuring six local artists & choreographers. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.

THE PHANTOM MENACE Returns To The El Capitan Theatre For 25th Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - March 22, 2024

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of THE PHANTOM MENACE at the El Capitan Theatre, including a special Star Wars The Skywalker Saga marathon on May the 4th.

FROM THE HORSE'S MOUTH To Celebrate 25 Years On April 22
by A.A. Cristi - March 21, 2024

From The Horse's Mouth, the multi-disciplinary dance/theater production acknowledged for its meaningful storytelling and exceptional dancing, will be celebrated for its 25th year showcasing the 'Heart and History of Dance.' 

Roxey Ballet to Present CHILDREN'S CLASSIC STORIES in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 21, 2024

Roxey Ballet is inviting families to share in the whimsical world of the 'Children's Classic Stories' Sleeping Beauty Act III-Aurora's Wedding and Carnival of the Animals this spring season.

Leela Dance Collective Unveils Schedule for AAPI Heritage Month Celebrations
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 21, 2024

Discover the full schedule of events by LEELA DANCE COLLECTIVE to celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

Cherylyn Lavagnino Dance Returns to NYC For 24th Anniversary Season This May
by Stephi Wild - March 21, 2024

Cherylyn Lavagnino Dance will celebrate the company's 24th anniversary season with the showing of two of Cherylyn Lavagnino's artistic works, Tales of Hopper and The Winter's Tale, at the DiMenna Center for Classical Music.

Review: ILLINOISE is Storytelling at its Very Finest
by Lora Strum - March 20, 2024

What did our critic think of Illinoise at Park Avenue Armory? Illinoise is, at its core, a story about stories, both the ones we tell ourselves and the ones we’re brave enough to share with others. 

CUNY Dance Initiative Reveals Spring 2024 Performances
by Stephi Wild - March 20, 2024

The CUNY Dance Initiative has announced public events April through June 2024. Learn more about the lineup here!

Justin Peck's ILLINOISE Will Transfer to Broadway This Spring
by Nicole Rosky - March 19, 2024

BroadwayWorld has just learned that Illinoise, which is currently playing at Park Avenue Armory will transfer to Broadway.

DANCE IQUALI! Will Return With All New World Premieres
by Stephi Wild - March 19, 2024

Dance Iquail!, the Philadelphia-based company founded and directed by Dr. Iquail Shaheed, returns to the Ailey Citigroup Theater with a program of New York premieres by choreographers Christian von Howard, Maleek Washington, and Shaheed, April 19 & 20 at 7:30 PM.

Aakash Odedra And Aditi Mangaldas' MEHEK To Have London Premiere At Sadler's Wells This April
by A.A. Cristi - March 18, 2024

Experience the London premiere of MEHEK, a danced exploration of a taboo love story by Aakash Odedra and Aditi Mangaldas at Sadler's Wells on 12 & 13 April.

FJK Dance Company Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Special Performance During Arab Heritage Month
by A.A. Cristi - March 18, 2024

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of FJK DANCE COMPANY with a special performance in New York City during Arab Heritage Month.


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