Francesca Harper
Latest News on Francesca Harper:
AILEY II Will Return To The Adrienne Arsht Center In January 2026 (Nov 14, 2025)
Jacob's Pillow to Launch First-Ever Winter Dance Intensive Led By Program Director Maleek Washington (Oct 15, 2025)
Dance Company Ailey II Comes To CAPA Davidson Theatre in September (Jun 30, 2025)
AILEY II Will Return To The Adrienne Arsht Center In January 2026 (Nov 14, 2025)
Jacob's Pillow to Launch First-Ever Winter Dance Intensive Led By Program Director Maleek Washington (Oct 15, 2025)
Dance Company Ailey II Comes To CAPA Davidson Theatre in September (Jun 30, 2025)
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(l-r) Charles E. Wallace, Francesca Harper, Cornelius Betha, Carla Duren, Jennifer Nikki Kidwell, and Josette Newsam-Marchak rehearsing a scene from the world premiere of Zinnias - The Life of Clementine Hunter, directed by Robert Wilson - On Wednesday, 1
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01/18/2013
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Robert Wilson's ZINNIAS - THE LIFE OF CLEMENTINE HUNTER World Premiere
(l-r) Jennifer Nikki Kidwell, Josette Newsam-Marchak, Director Robert Wilson, Francesca Harper, and Cornelius Betha rehearsing a scene from the world premiere of Zinnias - The Life of Clementine Hunter, directed by Robert Wilson - On Wednesday, 1/16/13. P
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01/18/2013
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Robert Wilson's ZINNIAS - THE LIFE OF CLEMENTINE HUNTER World Premiere
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News
AILEY II Will Return To The Adrienne Arsht Center In January 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2025
Ailey II will appear at the Adrienne Arsht Center’s Knight Concert Hall on January 9, 2026, for a one-night performance featuring world premieres and repertory works under Artistic Director Francesca Harper.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2025
Ailey II will appear at the Adrienne Arsht Center’s Knight Concert Hall on January 9, 2026, for a one-night performance featuring world premieres and repertory works under Artistic Director Francesca Harper.
Jacob's Pillow to Launch First-Ever Winter Dance Intensive Led By Program Director Maleek Washington
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2025
Jacob's Pillow will present Dance Your Purpose, its first-ever winter dance intensive, as the organization expands its year-round dance initiatives. Learn more here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2025
Jacob's Pillow will present Dance Your Purpose, its first-ever winter dance intensive, as the organization expands its year-round dance initiatives. Learn more here!
Dance Company Ailey II Comes To CAPA Davidson Theatre in September
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2025
Ailey II, the celebrated second company of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, will embark on a national fall tour beginning this September. The next generation of dance includes a performance in Columbus at 7:30 pm Tuesday, September 30, at the Davidson Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2025
Ailey II, the celebrated second company of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, will embark on a national fall tour beginning this September. The next generation of dance includes a performance in Columbus at 7:30 pm Tuesday, September 30, at the Davidson Theatre.
The Paul Taylor Dance Company Hires Three New Dancers
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2025
At an audition attended by 90 men at the new Taylor Studios, Taylor Dance West in New York City on June 14, three dancers were invited to join the Paul Taylor Dance Company by Artistic Director Michael Novak.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2025
At an audition attended by 90 men at the new Taylor Studios, Taylor Dance West in New York City on June 14, three dancers were invited to join the Paul Taylor Dance Company by Artistic Director Michael Novak.
Westport Country Playhouse to Present AILEY II: THE NEXT GENERATION OF DANCE
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will present Ailey II: The Next Generation of Dance on Thursday, May 1, at 7 p.m. The program will feature Houston Thomas’s premiere Down the Rabbit Hole, Alvin Ailey’s Streams, and Baye & Asa’s John 4:20.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2025
Westport Country Playhouse will present Ailey II: The Next Generation of Dance on Thursday, May 1, at 7 p.m. The program will feature Houston Thomas’s premiere Down the Rabbit Hole, Alvin Ailey’s Streams, and Baye & Asa’s John 4:20.
NYC Dance Comes to Milwaukee in April
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2025
After a run in Brooklyn, choreographer Peter Stathas is returning to his hometown of Milwaukee to share the boon of his New York-based modern dance company.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2025
After a run in Brooklyn, choreographer Peter Stathas is returning to his hometown of Milwaukee to share the boon of his New York-based modern dance company.
Review: AILEY II Opens New York Season with Style and Verve
by Marina Kennedy - Mar 28, 2025
Ailey II, the next generation of dance, is now on stage through April 6 at the Ailey Citigroup Theater, located at 405 West 55th Street. Led by Artistic Director, Francesca Harper, the twelve talented young dancers are presenting a vibrant, beautifully performed show.
by Marina Kennedy - Mar 28, 2025
Ailey II, the next generation of dance, is now on stage through April 6 at the Ailey Citigroup Theater, located at 405 West 55th Street. Led by Artistic Director, Francesca Harper, the twelve talented young dancers are presenting a vibrant, beautifully performed show.
Works & Process to Hold Residency Open Call This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2025
Works & Process will launch its first-ever Residency Open Call. Applications from New York City-based artists will be accepted for out-of-town residencies that will take place from October 2025-May 2026. Learn how to apply.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2025
Works & Process will launch its first-ever Residency Open Call. Applications from New York City-based artists will be accepted for out-of-town residencies that will take place from October 2025-May 2026. Learn how to apply.
Review: NATIVE GARDENS at Westport Country Playhouse
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Feb 24, 2025
Karen Zacarías’s Native Gardens is a 90-minute one-act that thrives at the proven winner Westport Country Playhouse. Directed with verve by JoAnn M. Hunter, Native Gardens is a funny but meaningful play about harmony in the neighborhood and in nature.
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Feb 24, 2025
Karen Zacarías’s Native Gardens is a 90-minute one-act that thrives at the proven winner Westport Country Playhouse. Directed with verve by JoAnn M. Hunter, Native Gardens is a funny but meaningful play about harmony in the neighborhood and in nature.
AILEY II - THE NEXT GENERATION OF DANCE Returns To The Ailey Citigroup Theater This Spring
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2025
On the heels of a 28-city tour, Ailey II, the next generation of dance, returns to the Ailey Citigroup Theater from March 26– April 6 for its annual New York season.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2025
On the heels of a 28-city tour, Ailey II, the next generation of dance, returns to the Ailey Citigroup Theater from March 26– April 6 for its annual New York season.
The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts Will Celebrate AILEY II in February
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025
The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County will present an evening of celebration of life and legacy through dancing with Ailey II in February.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025
The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County will present an evening of celebration of life and legacy through dancing with Ailey II in February.
Joffrey Concert Group To Present IN MY ART In February
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 18, 2025
The Joffrey Concert Group will appear February 14 & 15 (3 performances) at the Ailey Citigroup Theater in a program of new works by Company Artistic Director Bradley Shelver, and Ms. Tsai Hsi Hung and Mr. Thang Dao.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 18, 2025
The Joffrey Concert Group will appear February 14 & 15 (3 performances) at the Ailey Citigroup Theater in a program of new works by Company Artistic Director Bradley Shelver, and Ms. Tsai Hsi Hung and Mr. Thang Dao.
Dance Company Ailey II to Return to Popejoy Hall in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2024
Ailey II wil return to Popejoy Hall in February, debuting a number of new dancers and choreography, all imbued with the magic of early-career dance talent. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2024
Ailey II wil return to Popejoy Hall in February, debuting a number of new dancers and choreography, all imbued with the magic of early-career dance talent. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Ailey II to Launch 28-City Tour From October 2024 to May 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2024
Ailey II will launch a 28-city tour from October 4, 2024, to May 1, 2025, showcasing the next generation of dance talent. The tour will feature innovative choreography and performances across the United States. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2024
Ailey II will launch a 28-city tour from October 4, 2024, to May 1, 2025, showcasing the next generation of dance talent. The tour will feature innovative choreography and performances across the United States. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Tsai Hsi Hung, Thang Dao Selected for Joffrey Concert Group Creative Movers Choreographic Initiative
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 18, 2024
Joffrey Concert Group has announced the talented choreographers chosen for the prestigious Creative Movers Choreographic Initiative (CMCI).
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 18, 2024
Joffrey Concert Group has announced the talented choreographers chosen for the prestigious Creative Movers Choreographic Initiative (CMCI).
Center For The Performing Arts Unveils 2024"25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2024
Discover the 2024–25 season at the Center for the Performing Arts. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2024
Discover the 2024–25 season at the Center for the Performing Arts. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.
Anna Zavelson And More Named 14th Annual Clive Barnes Award Winners
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2024
American Ballet Theatre soloist Jake Roxander, New York-based dancer Frances Samson, and musical theatre actress Anna Zavelson have been named winners of the 14th Annual Clive Barnes Award for Dance and Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2024
American Ballet Theatre soloist Jake Roxander, New York-based dancer Frances Samson, and musical theatre actress Anna Zavelson have been named winners of the 14th Annual Clive Barnes Award for Dance and Theatre.
Making Space At The Armory Presents ANTAGONISMS: A GATHERING Symposium Led By Claudia Rankine
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2024
Join Claudia Rankine, Anna Deavere Smith, Homi Bhabha, Saidiya Hartman, and others for a series of conversations and performances exploring public and private discourse at the Armory's Antagonisms: A Gathering on June 1.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2024
Join Claudia Rankine, Anna Deavere Smith, Homi Bhabha, Saidiya Hartman, and others for a series of conversations and performances exploring public and private discourse at the Armory's Antagonisms: A Gathering on June 1.
Review: Fifty Years Since its Founding, Ailey II Takes the Spotlight
by Lora Strum - Apr 11, 2024
What did our critic think of FIFTY YEARS SINCE ITS FOUNDING, AILEY II FINDS ITS SPOTLIGHT at The Joyce Theatre?
by Lora Strum - Apr 11, 2024
What did our critic think of FIFTY YEARS SINCE ITS FOUNDING, AILEY II FINDS ITS SPOTLIGHT at The Joyce Theatre?
Ailey II Celebrates Golden Anniversary Season at The Joyce Theater in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2024
Fresh on the heels of a successful world tour, Ailey II, the celebrated second company to Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, returns to The Joyce Theater from April 9 – 14 with a golden anniversary celebratory program.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2024
Fresh on the heels of a successful world tour, Ailey II, the celebrated second company to Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, returns to The Joyce Theater from April 9 – 14 with a golden anniversary celebratory program.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Francesca Harper been in?
Francesca Harper has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.
How many West End shows has Francesca Harper been in?
Francesca Harper has not appeared in the West End.
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