George Balanchine
George Balanchine is a choreographer, director whose BroadwayWorld credits include On Your Toes, Courtin' Time, and Where's Charley?.
Date of Birth: January 22, 1904
Date of Death: April 30, 1983 (79)
Birth Place: RUSSIA
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Video: NEW YORK CITY BALLET IN MADRID Program Available for Free
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-07-17 14:35:26
NYC Ballet Releases New Video of George Balanchine's FIREBIRD
by Joshua Wright - 2026-06-08 12:56:17
Video: New York City Ballet Reflects on Fall Season With Latest Super8 Mixtape
by Stephi Wild - 2025-12-15 08:47:54
Video: Look Back on Chita Rivera Singing 'Buenos Aires' From EVITA in Throwback Performance
by Michael Major - 2025-07-07 15:11:33
Video: Justin Peck and Patricia Delgado Respond to Tony Win for Best Choreography
by Joey Mervis - 2025-06-08 20:43:24
News
Interview: Nathan Cottam On Reimagining THE MADNESS OF LADY BRIGHT Through Drama and Dance
by Joshua Wright - Oct 22, 2026
Nathan Cottam discusses directing, choreographing, and starring in Mannakin Theater & Dance’s reimagining of Lanford Wilson’s THE MADNESS OF LADY BRIGHT, playing Minneapolis through October 25 and San Francisco November 6 through 15, 2026.
by Joshua Wright - Oct 22, 2026
Nathan Cottam discusses directing, choreographing, and starring in Mannakin Theater & Dance’s reimagining of Lanford Wilson’s THE MADNESS OF LADY BRIGHT, playing Minneapolis through October 25 and San Francisco November 6 through 15, 2026.
Laura Benanti, Julie Benko, and Liam Pearce to Perform at TDF Broadway Breakfast
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2026
Broadway actors will perform at Theatre Development Fund's fall fundraiser celebrating 15 seasons of autism-friendly performances at the Rainbow Room.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2026
Broadway actors will perform at Theatre Development Fund's fall fundraiser celebrating 15 seasons of autism-friendly performances at the Rainbow Room.
NYCB Promotes Meaghan Dutton-O'Hara, Owen Flacke, Kloe Walker to Soloist
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2026
New York City Ballet promoted three dancers to the rank of soloist. Meaghan Dutton-O'Hara, Owen Flacke, and Kloe Walker advance within the company's ranks.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2026
New York City Ballet promoted three dancers to the rank of soloist. Meaghan Dutton-O'Hara, Owen Flacke, and Kloe Walker advance within the company's ranks.
Felipe Tristán to Make Debut with Philadelphia Ballet
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 19, 2026
Mexican-American conductor Felipe Tristán will lead Philadelphia Ballet's production of CINDERELLA at the Academy of Music as guest conductor, conducting the orchestra and company in Sergei Prokofiev's score.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 19, 2026
Mexican-American conductor Felipe Tristán will lead Philadelphia Ballet's production of CINDERELLA at the Academy of Music as guest conductor, conducting the orchestra and company in Sergei Prokofiev's score.
Review: Dance Theatre of Harlem's FIREBIRD at The Auditorium
by Lauren Sheely - Oct 20, 2026
Saturday night brought the long-awaited return of Dance Theatre of Harlem to The Auditorium for a celebratory evening of dance that showcased the range and versatility of this 57-year old company, which had not been seen in Chicago since 2016.
by Lauren Sheely - Oct 20, 2026
Saturday night brought the long-awaited return of Dance Theatre of Harlem to The Auditorium for a celebratory evening of dance that showcased the range and versatility of this 57-year old company, which had not been seen in Chicago since 2016.
WestK Performing Arts Centre to Open in Hong Kong
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2026
Hong Kong's first flagship venue dedicated to dance and theatre will open as part of the West Kowloon Cultural District. The centre will feature multiple theatres and a dancehouse, with Hong Kong Ballet as its first resident company.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2026
Hong Kong's first flagship venue dedicated to dance and theatre will open as part of the West Kowloon Cultural District. The centre will feature multiple theatres and a dancehouse, with Hong Kong Ballet as its first resident company.
HIGHER GROUND Will Make LA Premiere at Dance Theatre of Harlem's Soraya Debut
by Rachel Stone - Oct 14, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem will present the Los Angeles premiere of Robert Garland's HIGHER GROUND, a critically acclaimed work combining classical ballet and vernacular Black dance set to Stevie Wonder songs.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 14, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem will present the Los Angeles premiere of Robert Garland's HIGHER GROUND, a critically acclaimed work combining classical ballet and vernacular Black dance set to Stevie Wonder songs.
Philadelphia Ballet to Welcome Seven Guest Conductors for 2026/27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2026
Philadelphia Ballet revealed an international roster of guest conductors for its upcoming season, leading performances at the Academy of Music across multiple ballet productions.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2026
Philadelphia Ballet revealed an international roster of guest conductors for its upcoming season, leading performances at the Academy of Music across multiple ballet productions.
Review: STARS AND STRIPES FOREVER! at The Acedemy Of Music
by Scott Serio - Oct 9, 2026
Celebrate America and American ballet with the Philadelphia Ballet's Stars and Stripes Forever!
by Scott Serio - Oct 9, 2026
Celebrate America and American ballet with the Philadelphia Ballet's Stars and Stripes Forever!
ABTKIDS Will Bring Family-Friendly Ballet to the Koch Theater
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2026
American Ballet Theatre will present ABTKIDS, a hour-long performance featuring ABT dancers in excerpts from classical and contemporary works, hosted by former principal dancer Misty Copeland at the David H. Koch Theater.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2026
American Ballet Theatre will present ABTKIDS, a hour-long performance featuring ABT dancers in excerpts from classical and contemporary works, hosted by former principal dancer Misty Copeland at the David H. Koch Theater.
Ensemble Arts Philly Reveals 2026 Holiday Programming
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 6, 2026
Ensemble Arts Philly will present holiday events spanning classical music, gospel, jazz, Broadway, and dance, with returning favorites like A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS, GEORGE BALANCHINE'S THE NUTCRACKER, and THE GLORIOUS SOUND OF CHRISTMAS.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 6, 2026
Ensemble Arts Philly will present holiday events spanning classical music, gospel, jazz, Broadway, and dance, with returning favorites like A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS, GEORGE BALANCHINE'S THE NUTCRACKER, and THE GLORIOUS SOUND OF CHRISTMAS.
Justin Peck Wants to Make The Killers' 'Hot Fuss' Album Into a Musical
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2026
Could a musical based on the music of The Killers be in the works? In an interview with GQ, Justin Peck shared that after working on Illinoise, that he has a dream of developing the band's album 'Hot Fuss' into a musical next.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2026
Could a musical based on the music of The Killers be in the works? In an interview with GQ, Justin Peck shared that after working on Illinoise, that he has a dream of developing the band's album 'Hot Fuss' into a musical next.
THE NUTCRACKER to Open at Los Angeles Ballet This Holiday
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2026
Los Angeles Ballet will present its original production of THE NUTCRACKER at Royce Hall and the Dolby Theatre, featuring choreography by Thordal Christensen and Colleen Neary, with a sensory-friendly performance also scheduled.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2026
Los Angeles Ballet will present its original production of THE NUTCRACKER at Royce Hall and the Dolby Theatre, featuring choreography by Thordal Christensen and Colleen Neary, with a sensory-friendly performance also scheduled.
Cast Set For American Ballet Theatre's 2026 Fall Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2026
AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE released casting for its fall season at the David H. Koch Theater, featuring three repertory programs including the company premiere of Helen Pickett's Petal and the world premiere of Brady Farrar's Trio Élégiaque.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2026
AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE released casting for its fall season at the David H. Koch Theater, featuring three repertory programs including the company premiere of Helen Pickett's Petal and the world premiere of Brady Farrar's Trio Élégiaque.
Dance Theatre of Harlem to Present 2027 New York Season at City Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem will present a four-night season at New York City Center featuring a world premiere co-choreographed by Matthew Rushing and Samantha Figgins, plus more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem will present a four-night season at New York City Center featuring a world premiere co-choreographed by Matthew Rushing and Samantha Figgins, plus more.
SHORTS Will Be Performed By Oklahoma City Ballet in October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2026
Oklahoma City Ballet will present “SHORTS,” a mixed-repertory program featuring four works by Agnes de Mille, Christopher Bruce, George Balanchine and Oklahoma City Ballet Resident Choreographer DaYoung Jung.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2026
Oklahoma City Ballet will present “SHORTS,” a mixed-repertory program featuring four works by Agnes de Mille, Christopher Bruce, George Balanchine and Oklahoma City Ballet Resident Choreographer DaYoung Jung.
Review: DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEM'S FIREBIRD at The National Theatre
by Emily Berger - Sep 27, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem (DTH) returned to DC this weekend for a three-performance engagement co-presented by Washington Performing Arts at The National Theatre.
by Emily Berger - Sep 27, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem (DTH) returned to DC this weekend for a three-performance engagement co-presented by Washington Performing Arts at The National Theatre.
The Smith Center to Present PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, ELF THE MUSICAL Fall 2026
by Rachel Stone - Sep 26, 2026
The Smith Center will present major Broadway productions including PHANTOM OF THE OPERA (October 21–November 1), ELF THE MUSICAL (November 24–29), and OH, MARY! (October 6–11), with tickets on sale now.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 26, 2026
The Smith Center will present major Broadway productions including PHANTOM OF THE OPERA (October 21–November 1), ELF THE MUSICAL (November 24–29), and OH, MARY! (October 6–11), with tickets on sale now.
Tiler Peck Appointed Choreographic Associate at New York City Ballet
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2026
New York City Ballet named dancer and choreographer Tiler Peck to the role of Choreographic Associate, expanding her creative responsibilities with the company.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2026
New York City Ballet named dancer and choreographer Tiler Peck to the role of Choreographic Associate, expanding her creative responsibilities with the company.
Feature: NEVADA BALLET THEATRE OPENS 2026-2027 SEASON
by Debbie Hall - Sep 25, 2026
Nevada Ballet Theatre will launch its 2026-2027 season with an evening that brings together sweeping classical beauty, powerful choreography, and the thrill of live orchestral music and operatic voices. Carmina Burana returns to The Smith Center for three performances, Oct. 2-4.
by Debbie Hall - Sep 25, 2026
Nevada Ballet Theatre will launch its 2026-2027 season with an evening that brings together sweeping classical beauty, powerful choreography, and the thrill of live orchestral music and operatic voices. Carmina Burana returns to The Smith Center for three performances, Oct. 2-4.
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