BWW Review: Luigi Benefit-Tribute Concert Showcased a Memorable Teacher's Life of Dance
Luigi was the father of jazz.
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BWW Review: The Spirit of West Africa and Its Diaspora Shines Through KULU MELE
I ventured from the city to see Kulu Mele at the Painted Bride Art Center in Philadelphia.
BWW Review: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater brings New Work to New York City Center
There was an explosion of talented dancers on stage at City Center on December 22, 2015.
BWW Review: AMERICAN DANCE MACHINE FOR THE 21ST CENTURY Captivates Audiences with Legendary Musical Theater Numbers
This past Monday marked the opening night of the American Dance Machine for the 21st Century (ADM21) as they returned to New York City.
BWW Review: Juilliard's Dance Division Delivers a Professional Performance from the Classes of 2016-2019
The dancers of The Juilliard School--Class of 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 performed New Dances: Edition 2015.
BWW Review: A Glimpse Into Metaphysical Theatre With BEYOND TIME
An air of serenity, mysticism and beauty is evoked in the U-theatre's Beyond Time.
BWW Review: Celebrating the Legacies of BESSIE SCHONBERG and LOUISE ROBERTS
Dance enthusiasts from all walks of life gathered for an intimate showing of the fascinating Eye on Dance episode taped in 1986, entitled 'Nurturing A New Generation of Dancers, featuring two beloved dance figures and mentors- Bessie Schonberg and Louise Roberts, presented at Gibney Dance.
BWW Reviews: THE HARD NUT at Brooklyn Academy of Music
If you're a fan of the classic Nutcracker ballet, based on an adaption by Alexandre Dumas, you will have mixed feelings about Mark Morris' irreverent interpretation, The Hard Nut, playing at the Brooklyn Academy of Music through December 20.
BWW REVIEW: THE KING AND I. Musical Theatre Heaven.
Musical Theater Heaven.
BWW Review: GELSEY KIRKLAND BALLET'S THE NUTCRACKER Sweetens the Holiday Season with Sugar & Spice
'Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the house, magical creatures were stirring… even a mouse! Gelsey Kirkland Ballet's riveting rendition of The Nutcracker delighted at their new space, located on the East River in DUMBO, Brooklyn.
BWW Review: Run Away with Cirque du Soleil's KURIOS: Cabinet of Curiosities
Who hasn't wanted to run away with the circus at some point in their lives? The ephemeral world created under the big top has always managed to entice with the glamour of its imaginary delights.
BWW Review: ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER Celebrates the Legacy of Mr. Ailey at the New York City Center
"American Cultural Ambassadors," Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, returns to the New York City Center stage for its 45th consecutive year December 2, 2015-January 3, 2016.
BWW Review: Dance Magazine Awards 2015, an Extraordinary Night for Extraordinary Dance Leaders
The Dance Magazine Awards 2015, held at the Ailey Citigroup Theater in NYC, was a night to honor five titans of the dance world.
BWW Review: AMERICAN DANCE GUILD Festival Fetes the Modern Dance Community's Triumphs
Celebration lingered in the air like a sweet dessert at this year's premiere of the American Dance Guild festival.
BWW Review: The Fox Theatre Presents Eye-Popping CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE
Neil Goldberg who created and directed CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE, wanted to create a Cirque show that was not only family-friendly, but one that could tour the country.
BWW Review: Heralding the Holidays with THE NUTCRACKER and the American Repertory Ballet
American Repertory Ballet will be presenting the 'Nutcracker' through December 20th at venues across New Jersey.
BWW Review: Pilobolus Presents SHADOWLAND
Last weekend was a big one for dance lovers in New York, with audiences having the choice to see Complexions Contemporary Ballet and Twalya Tharp's 50th Year Anniversary.
BWW Review: BIRMINGHAM ROYAL BALLET'S THE NUTCRACKER Creates Christmas Magic in BIRMINGHAM
Sir Peter Wright's production of The Nutcracker for the Birmingham Royal Ballet is widely regarded as the best production in country, if not the world, and it is not hard to see why.
BWW Review: Joffrey's Magical, Classic THE NUTCRACKER A Treat for Young and Old
The Kennedy Center has opened its holiday season with the Joffrey Ballet's brilliant, fascinating production of 'The Nutcracker.
BWW Review: BODYBUSINESS by Sydnie L. Mosley Dances
Artist-in-Resident Sydnie L.
BWW Review: Ballet Hispanico Celebrates 45 Years at the Apollo Theater
New York based company Ballet Hispanico performed this November 20-21, 2015, at the historic Apollo Theatre, presenting the world premiere of "If walls could speak," by Brazilian native and acclaimed choreographer Fernando Melo.
BWW Review: The Legendary TWYLA THARP Capped Her 50th Anniversary Tour with a Six-Day Run in NYC
Twyla Tharp, the award-winning choreographer who has rightfully become a dance legend in her own time, capped her multi-city 50th Anniversary Tour with performances from November 17th to 22nd 2015 at the Koch Theater in Lincoln Center, presented by The Joyce Theater.
BWW Review: RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR Takes Flight with the Glorious Rockettes
It's the most wonderful time of the year at Radio City Music Hall! The Rockettes are in fine form and have kicked off the holiday season with another slick and polished production that's directed and choreographed with finesse by Julie Branam.
BWW Review: Ohio State Students Showcase Dance Skills in High-Energy DANCE DOWNTOWN Performance
Students from Ohio State University's Department of Dance took to the Capitol Theatre stage Saturday night for the annual Dance Downtown event, performing pieces that touched upon myriad topics from climate change to the infusion of art and movement.
