Richard Chappell Dance Announces 2021 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2021
Opening the season on the 24 March is a timely filmed reimagining of the Company’s 2018 work Still Touch. The piece explores the weight felt on the body when a person is denied human contact and the lightness that can be found through connecting with people. Filmed by Dan Martin, the work sees two dancers perform alongside two human sculptures by renowned artist Anna Gillespie to a score by Samuel Hall.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2021
Opening the season on the 24 March is a timely filmed reimagining of the Company’s 2018 work Still Touch. The piece explores the weight felt on the body when a person is denied human contact and the lightness that can be found through connecting with people. Filmed by Dan Martin, the work sees two dancers perform alongside two human sculptures by renowned artist Anna Gillespie to a score by Samuel Hall.
American Ballet Theatre's National Training Curriculum To Launch Subscription Site for Ballet Teachers and Students
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2021
American Ballet Theatre’s National Training Curriculum (NTC) has announced a new subscription-based web portal enabling access to selected content from ABT’s Teacher Training Intensives and its specialized Raising the Barre Weekend Workshops.
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2021
American Ballet Theatre’s National Training Curriculum (NTC) has announced a new subscription-based web portal enabling access to selected content from ABT’s Teacher Training Intensives and its specialized Raising the Barre Weekend Workshops.
BWW Review: PACIFIC NORTHWEST BALLET'S THE INTERMISSION PROJECT at Various Locations
by Sondra Forsyth - March 09, 2021
As PNB’s digital offerings continue, Price Suddath’s innovative “The Intermission Project” is offered free to all from March 8th to March 24th 2021.
by Sondra Forsyth - March 09, 2021
As PNB’s digital offerings continue, Price Suddath’s innovative “The Intermission Project” is offered free to all from March 8th to March 24th 2021.
Eryc Taylor Dance Virtual Film Premiere UNCHARTERED TERRITORY: DANCERS IN ISOLATION
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2021
Eryc Taylor Dance presents a new film, Uncharted Territory: Dancers in Isolation, premiering virtually on YouTube Live on March 21, 2021, at 6 pm EST, introduced by Robbie Fairchild. The event will feature guest artist introductions, a word from the Artistic Director, and more.
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2021
Eryc Taylor Dance presents a new film, Uncharted Territory: Dancers in Isolation, premiering virtually on YouTube Live on March 21, 2021, at 6 pm EST, introduced by Robbie Fairchild. The event will feature guest artist introductions, a word from the Artistic Director, and more.
New York Butoh Institute Presents Free Virtual Series: Women Defining Butoh
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2021
This October, New York Butoh Institute will present a free virtual series highlighting women's important contributions to butoh. In October 2021, Women Defining Butoh will showcase recent works by two generations of women butoh pioneers.
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2021
This October, New York Butoh Institute will present a free virtual series highlighting women's important contributions to butoh. In October 2021, Women Defining Butoh will showcase recent works by two generations of women butoh pioneers.
Backstage Babble Trivia Night Hosts D040 Benefit
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2021
Theater podcast Backstage Babble and host Charles Kirsch are joining forces to benefit Dancers Over 40, creating a night to remember. Come and test your knowledge and learn something new! The presenters are some of Broadway's best and on March 20th at 7PM EST, these Dancers Over 40 and Friends enter your very own living rooms.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2021
Theater podcast Backstage Babble and host Charles Kirsch are joining forces to benefit Dancers Over 40, creating a night to remember. Come and test your knowledge and learn something new! The presenters are some of Broadway's best and on March 20th at 7PM EST, these Dancers Over 40 and Friends enter your very own living rooms.
Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company Announces The Bridge Classes for March 8-12
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2021
NAI-NI CHEN DANCE COMPANY has announced The Bridge Virtual Dance Institute of boundary-breaking dance experiences Free One-Hour Company Class on Zoom Open to All Dancers at an Intermediate to Advanced Level March 8-12, 2021.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2021
NAI-NI CHEN DANCE COMPANY has announced The Bridge Virtual Dance Institute of boundary-breaking dance experiences Free One-Hour Company Class on Zoom Open to All Dancers at an Intermediate to Advanced Level March 8-12, 2021.
Ballet Hispánico Presents NUBE BLANCO Watch Party
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2021
Ballet Hispánico kicked off 2021 with a glimpse into the company's past. The 50th Anniversary Celebration continues with a series of entertaining archival repertory pieces, inviting audiences to look back at vibrant performances celebrating women in dance with the Ballet Hispánico Watch Party Series.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2021
Ballet Hispánico kicked off 2021 with a glimpse into the company's past. The 50th Anniversary Celebration continues with a series of entertaining archival repertory pieces, inviting audiences to look back at vibrant performances celebrating women in dance with the Ballet Hispánico Watch Party Series.
MoBBallet's Upcoming Ballet IS Woman Symposium This Saturday
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2021
Memoirs of Blacks in Ballet (MoBBallet) announces the Ballet IS Woman Symposium will take place virtually Saturday, March 7, from 12-4:00 p.m. and will feature two panel discussions:
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2021
Memoirs of Blacks in Ballet (MoBBallet) announces the Ballet IS Woman Symposium will take place virtually Saturday, March 7, from 12-4:00 p.m. and will feature two panel discussions:
Viewing Availability Of Video Clips From BST's 2021 Winter Dance Residencies Extended
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2021
Due to popular demand, Catskill's Bridge Street Theatre has extended the viewing availability of its free online video excerpt from #QueertheBallet, and has received permission from the other participants in its Winter Dance Residency initiative to keep clips of the work they're creating as part of this project available online indefinitely.
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2021
Due to popular demand, Catskill's Bridge Street Theatre has extended the viewing availability of its free online video excerpt from #QueertheBallet, and has received permission from the other participants in its Winter Dance Residency initiative to keep clips of the work they're creating as part of this project available online indefinitely.
VIDEO: M.A.D.D. Rhythms Presents Rhythm Symphony by Starinah 'Star' Dixon
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2021
M.A.D.D. Rhythms, Chicago’s premier tap collective, is releasing new video content created by principal dancers Star Dixon, Donnetta Jackson and KJ Sheldon celebrating and commemorating Black History and Women’s History months.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2021
M.A.D.D. Rhythms, Chicago’s premier tap collective, is releasing new video content created by principal dancers Star Dixon, Donnetta Jackson and KJ Sheldon celebrating and commemorating Black History and Women’s History months.
Thang Dao Dance Company Appear in Residence at Bridge Street Theatre, February 28 – March 13
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2021
Developmental work on an all-new piece for four dancers from choreographer Thang Dao will take place February 28 through March 13 as part of the 2021 Winter Dance Residency Initiative at Hudson Valley's Bridge Street Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2021
Developmental work on an all-new piece for four dancers from choreographer Thang Dao will take place February 28 through March 13 as part of the 2021 Winter Dance Residency Initiative at Hudson Valley's Bridge Street Theatre.
Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company Announces The Bridge Classes March 1-5
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2021
NAI-NI CHEN DANCE COMPANY has announce The Bridge Virtual Dance Institute of boundary-breaking dance experiences Free One-Hour Company Class on Zoom Open to All Dancers at an Intermediate to Advanced Level March 1-5, 2021.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2021
NAI-NI CHEN DANCE COMPANY has announce The Bridge Virtual Dance Institute of boundary-breaking dance experiences Free One-Hour Company Class on Zoom Open to All Dancers at an Intermediate to Advanced Level March 1-5, 2021.
2021 Valentina Kozlova International Ballet Competition to Take Place Online
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2021
The 2021 edition of the Valentina Kozlova International Ballet Competition will take place online, March 8-19, with dancers performing live and in their own time zones in Asia, North America, South America, Eastern Europe, South Africa, and Australia.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2021
The 2021 edition of the Valentina Kozlova International Ballet Competition will take place online, March 8-19, with dancers performing live and in their own time zones in Asia, North America, South America, Eastern Europe, South Africa, and Australia.
VIDEO: Olivia Palacios and Mandie Rapoza Present World Premiere of CIRCLES
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2021
Olivia Palacios and Mandie Rapoza have released 'Circles'. 'As choreographers, our goal was to create a dance that would visually amplify the powerful impact of Trevor Weston’s music, and continue The Overlook’s pursuit of connecting music with the community.'
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2021
Olivia Palacios and Mandie Rapoza have released 'Circles'. 'As choreographers, our goal was to create a dance that would visually amplify the powerful impact of Trevor Weston’s music, and continue The Overlook’s pursuit of connecting music with the community.'
Martha Graham Dance Company Artistic Director Janet Eilber Joins PLANET CLASSROOM Podcast
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2021
Art institutions worldwide are closed or partially closed because of COVID-19, but that isn't stopping dancers at the Martha Graham Dance Company from continuing to offer dance, fitness, stress relief, healing and connection for all.
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2021
Art institutions worldwide are closed or partially closed because of COVID-19, but that isn't stopping dancers at the Martha Graham Dance Company from continuing to offer dance, fitness, stress relief, healing and connection for all.
The Hartt Dance Division Presents BEYOND SIGHT
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2021
The University of Hartford's The Hartt School presents the Spring Senior Dance Concert, “Beyond Sight.” Performances are Friday, March 12, 2021 at 7:30pm and Saturday, March 13, 2021 at 2:00pm and 7:30pm (all times in EST). All three shows will be livestreamed from The University of Hartford's Lincoln Theater through www.hartford.edu/harttstream.
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2021
The University of Hartford's The Hartt School presents the Spring Senior Dance Concert, “Beyond Sight.” Performances are Friday, March 12, 2021 at 7:30pm and Saturday, March 13, 2021 at 2:00pm and 7:30pm (all times in EST). All three shows will be livestreamed from The University of Hartford's Lincoln Theater through www.hartford.edu/harttstream.
Ballet Hispánico's Winter Watch Parties Continue, In Recognition Of Black History Month
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2021
Ballet Hispánico, the nation's renowned Latinx dance organization recognized this year as one of America's Cultural Treasures, kicked off 2021 with a glimpse into the company's past.
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2021
Ballet Hispánico, the nation's renowned Latinx dance organization recognized this year as one of America's Cultural Treasures, kicked off 2021 with a glimpse into the company's past.
BWW Review: EDGING NORMAL, Performed by Desmond Richardson, Choreographed by Jacob Jonas, Premieres February 22, 2021
by Valerie-Jean Miller - February 22, 2021
Films.Dance, a groundbreaking global film series produced by and under the creative direction of LA-based Jacob Jonas The Company continues on February 22 with EDGING NORMAL, the fifth of 15 short dance films to be released to the community at no cost every Monday through May 8, 2021.
by Valerie-Jean Miller - February 22, 2021
Films.Dance, a groundbreaking global film series produced by and under the creative direction of LA-based Jacob Jonas The Company continues on February 22 with EDGING NORMAL, the fifth of 15 short dance films to be released to the community at no cost every Monday through May 8, 2021.
VIDEO: Japanese Dance Group Goes Viral With Dance to Bollywood Song 'Chammak Challo'
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2021
A dance group from Japan is taking the internet by storm with a video of them showing off their movies to the popular Bollywood song “Chammak Challo” from the movie Ra.One.
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2021
A dance group from Japan is taking the internet by storm with a video of them showing off their movies to the popular Bollywood song “Chammak Challo” from the movie Ra.One.
VIDEO: Watch This Ballerina's Emotional Reaction to Owning Pointe Shoes That Match Her Skin Tone
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2021
One ballerina's video is going viral on TikTok after she shared her emotional reaction to owning pointe shoes that match her skin tone. Kira Robinson opened her brown pointe shoes on camera, saying, “I finally got brown pointe shoes, and this is so exciting because it means that I don’t have to pancake my shoes anymore. I can just have them brown already.”
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2021
One ballerina's video is going viral on TikTok after she shared her emotional reaction to owning pointe shoes that match her skin tone. Kira Robinson opened her brown pointe shoes on camera, saying, “I finally got brown pointe shoes, and this is so exciting because it means that I don’t have to pancake my shoes anymore. I can just have them brown already.”
Laurieann Gibson's Empowering 'Dance Your Dance' Book Out Now
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2021
Today, Laurieann Gibson releases her debut book Dance Your Dance: 8 Steps to Unleash Your Passion and Live Your Dream via Thomas Nelson/W Publishing, a division of HarperCollins.
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2021
Today, Laurieann Gibson releases her debut book Dance Your Dance: 8 Steps to Unleash Your Passion and Live Your Dream via Thomas Nelson/W Publishing, a division of HarperCollins.
Charles Jude Leads Judges For Kozlova International Ballet Competition
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2021
The 2021 Valentina Kozlova International Ballet Competition will take place on line, March 8-19. More than 100 dancers from around the world will dance for medals, scholarships to international schools, company contracts, and other awards before distinguished juries.
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2021
The 2021 Valentina Kozlova International Ballet Competition will take place on line, March 8-19. More than 100 dancers from around the world will dance for medals, scholarships to international schools, company contracts, and other awards before distinguished juries.
BWW Review: PACIFIC NORTHWEST BALLET'S ROMEO ET JULIETTE Filmed at McCaw Hall
by Sondra Forsyth - February 12, 2021
Balletomanes, I sincerely hope you read this in time to get digital tickets for PNB’s Roméo et Juliette that is slated for February 11th to 15th 2021.
by Sondra Forsyth - February 12, 2021
Balletomanes, I sincerely hope you read this in time to get digital tickets for PNB’s Roméo et Juliette that is slated for February 11th to 15th 2021.
NC State LIVE Presents Watch Party With Eduardo Vilaro
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2021
NC State LIVE is inviting you to join Eduardo Vilaro, artistic director of Ballet Hispánico, for a happy hour watch party to view and discuss a dance from their iconic repertory, Danzón.
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2021
NC State LIVE is inviting you to join Eduardo Vilaro, artistic director of Ballet Hispánico, for a happy hour watch party to view and discuss a dance from their iconic repertory, Danzón.
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