Industry Pro Newsletter: New Leadership at the Off-Broadway League, and an Inside Look at Rachel Zegler in Evita in London
by Alex Freeman - Jun 23, 2025
As summer officially arrives, we bring you the latest happenings from the world of theater, highlighting both new beginnings and ongoing developments. This edition covers exciting new leadership appointments Off-Broadway and in regional companies, a look at an ongoing legal battle in the New York theater scene, and a viral international performance. Plus, we've curated the perfect summer reading list and a sun-soaked playlist to get you in the seasonal spirit. Dive in for all the details!
Saratoga Performing Arts Center Announces 2021 Classical Season and Summer Events
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 6, 2021
Saratoga Performing Arts Center is inviting audiences to the SPAC grounds and nearby Pitney Farms to experience live, outdoor performances throughout the summer. The SPAC amphitheater and main lawn will be the home of performances by New York City Ballet, The Philadelphia Orchestra and Opera Saratoga, as well as “A Midsummer Night’s Supper.”
NYCB ON AND OFF STAGE to be Presented at Saratoga Performing Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2021
A small group of NYCB dancers and musicians will present NYCB On and Off Stage, an intimate, up-close look at selected excerpts from the Company’s extraordinary repertory of ballets. All shows will be hosted by a NYCB Principal Dancer who will introduce the excerpts and provide insights on each ballet.
BWW Review: PROGRAM 02 at San Francisco Ballet Shows How Thrilling Contemporary Dance Can Be
by Jim Munson - Feb 17, 2021
San Francisco Ballet just released the second program of its 2021 digital season and it’s a knockout. The mixed-rep program of 3 very different contemporary ballets beautifully shows off the breadth and depth of the company’s artistry. Watching it, I kept saying to myself, “God, they’re good!” The headliner of the program is 'Colorforms,' a stunning world premiere by Myles Thatcher.