Audrey Pettit is a critic and writer passionate about making dance accessible to new audiences and highlighting the artists reshaping the dance ecosystem. A lifelong ballet dancer and current PhD student in English, Audrey has written for Jacobin, Columbia Spectator, Lithium Magazine, and several local publications.
The New York City Flamenco Festival might be celebrating its 25th anniversary, but Baras has been headlining it for decades. Her flamboyant showmanship and signature zapateado aren’t just highlights; they’re the festival’s heart and soul.