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Date of Death: April 30, 1983 (79)

Birth Place: RUSSIA

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Petition Launched to Rename Broadway Theatre for Chita Rivera
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2024


A petition has been launched to rename a Broadway theatre for the late stage icon Chita Rivera. Learn more bout the petition!

MTI Launches New Licensing Division, MTI Concert Dance
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 28, 2024


MTI Concert Dance will license choreographed works from well-known choreographers across many genres of dance. For its launch, MTI has partnered with The Robbins Rights Trust to exclusively license the entire ballet repertory of the legendary Jerome Robbins.

Patti LuPone & More to Join Atlantic Theater Company 2024 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2024


Atlantic Theater Company will present their 2024 Gala on Monday, April 29, 2024 at The Plaza. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.

Video: Trailer For NYC Ballet's 2024 Spring Performance THE FUTURE
by Joshua Wright - Mar 18, 2024


Get a first look at NYC Ballet's spate of contemporary works, including two world premieres, anchored by repertory hallmarks at the vanguard of their eras. 

GIANT STEPS is Now Playing at Det KGL. Teater
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2024


Giant Steps is now playing at Det. KGL. Teater. Performances run through 20 March 2024.

Semperoper Dresden Announces 2024/25 Programme
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2024


Discover the 2024/25 programme of the Semperoper Dresden. Get the latest updates on performances, artists, and premieres in the upcoming season at one of Germany's most renowned opera houses.

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


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

Review: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at San Francisco Ballet
by Jim Munson - Mar 14, 2024


What did our critic think of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at San Francisco Ballet? BroadwayWorld reviews the delightful production running through March 23rd at the War Memorial Opera House.

The Joffrey Concert Group Will Host ICONS DANCE FESTIVAL Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2024


The Joffrey Concert Group has announced the 'Icons Dance Festival,' which this year welcomes Limón2, Lena Lauer, Artistic Director. 

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's Spring Mix With The PBT Orchestra Set For Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 8, 2024


Four works - including two world premieres - will take center stage at the Benedum Center April 5-7 in Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's (PBT) Spring Mix with the PBT Orchestra.

Dance Theatre of Harlem Appoints Fatima Jones as Chief Marketing and Communications Officer
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2024


The internationally acclaimed Dance Theatre of Harlem has announced the addition of Fatima Jones. Joining the organization as Chief Marketing and Communications Officer ahead of its annual home season at New York City Center, Ms. Jones assumes her role alongside DTH's longtime guiding lights Executive Director Anna Glass and recently appointed Artistic Director Robert Garland.

Review: SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY PLAYS RAVEL, RESPIGHI, AND BATES at San Diego Civic Center Theater
by Ron Bierman - Mar 1, 2024


If this concert didn’t convince newcomers to classical music that they’d been missing out, nothing will. Conductor Rafael Payare went all out for excitement and got it with a program that displayed the orchestra's virtuosity. The result was an exceptionally enjoyable concert.

Miami City Ballet Reveals 2024/2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 1, 2024


Miami City Ballet has announced the five programs that make up the company's 2024/2025 home season. Learn more about the lineup here!

Photos: First Look at On the Verge Theatre's TIED
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 25, 2024


In honor of Black History Month, On the Verge Theatre is presenting Tied, a one-man play by Crystal Rae on-stage February 22 - 25, 2024 at Bering Church. Check out production photos here!

Cristian Laverde König to Appear as Guest Artist in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 22, 2024


Cristian Laverde König, former principal dancer of the Milwaukee Ballet, will appear as a guest artist in the Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet's production of Beauty and the Beast. Learn how to purchase tickets.

TIED to Play On The Verge Theatre This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 17, 2024


In honor of Black History Month, On the Verge Theatre will present Tied, a one-man play by Crystal Rae on-stage February 22 - 25, 2024. Learn more about the production here!

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Reveals Lineup For 2024�"2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 15, 2024


Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre has announced the company's 2024-2025 season, which will celebrate its 55th Anniversary. Learn more about the lineup here!

American Repertory Ballet Presents CLASSIC BEAUTY: An All-Tchaikovsky Program At The New Brunswick Performing
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2024


American Repertory Ballet presents Classic Beauty: An All-Tchaikovsky Program featuring excerpts from Swan Lake and The Sleeping Beauty at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center, March 8-10, 2024. Experience timeless ballet masterpieces with renowned music and expressive characterizations.

Baryshnikov Arts to Present MERCE / MISHA / MORE_A Film Event Featuring Cunningham, Baryshnikov & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2024


As part of its new 2024 Spring Season, Baryshnikov Arts will present MERCE / MISHA / MORE_A Film Event, featuring Cunningham, Baryshnikov, Jacquelin Harris, Chalvar Monteiro and the Merce Cunningham Dance Company.

Joffrey Academy's Winning Works Returns to the MCA
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2024


The Joffrey Academy of Dance, Official School of The Joffrey Ballet, will present four world premieres for the 14th annual Winning Works Choreographic Competition. Learn more about the programming here!

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