Gus Solomons jr
Latest News on Gus Solomons jr:
MIT Theater Arts to Present World Premiere Of CLOSE UP (Feb 5, 2026)
Dancer and Actor Carmen de Lavallade Dies at 94 (Jan 2, 2026)
Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers to Present Final Home Season Concert: ECHO AND FLAME/FENGHUANG AWAKENS (Dec 12, 2025)
MIT Theater Arts to Present World Premiere Of CLOSE UP (Feb 5, 2026)
Dancer and Actor Carmen de Lavallade Dies at 94 (Jan 2, 2026)
Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers to Present Final Home Season Concert: ECHO AND FLAME/FENGHUANG AWAKENS (Dec 12, 2025)
BIO
Graduated MIT, Bachelor of Architecture; Danced with Donald McKayle, Pearl Lang, Martha Graham, Merce Cunningham; directed Solomons Company/Dance (1969-94) and PARADIGM (1996-2011); received Bessies awards in 2002 and 2010.
Film: Romance & Cigarettes, dir by John Torturro (2004), Fall to Rise, dir by Jayce Bartok (2013), The Nanny, dir by I Lost my Phone dir by Leo Fiorica.
TV/Web: Manswers, Vytorin/Zetia, IcelandAir, Tufts Medicare, Think Tank dir Ira Rosensweig.
Theater: Othello (Firebird Produc), Running Out of Time (New Perspectives Thea), Manhattanville (Snorks & Pins), Jason Holliday - I'll Never Tell (Schreiber Shorts), Lottie and Leo Midtown Theater Fest)
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MIT Theater Arts to Present World Premiere Of CLOSE UP
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Department of Theater Arts will present the world premiere of CLOSE UP, an intimate, evening-length performance by choreographer/dancer Stefanie Batten Bland and composer/violinist Daniel Bernard Roumain.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Department of Theater Arts will present the world premiere of CLOSE UP, an intimate, evening-length performance by choreographer/dancer Stefanie Batten Bland and composer/violinist Daniel Bernard Roumain.
Dancer and Actor Carmen de Lavallade Dies at 94
by Stephi Wild - Jan 2, 2026
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actress, choreographer, and dancer Carmen de Lavallade has died at age 94. Learn more about her and read the full obituary here.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 2, 2026
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actress, choreographer, and dancer Carmen de Lavallade has died at age 94. Learn more about her and read the full obituary here.
Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers to Present Final Home Season Concert: ECHO AND FLAME/FENGHUANG AWAKENS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025
One of the country's premier Asian-American contemporary dance companies, Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers (KYL/D), will present its final home season, Echo and Flame/Fenghuang Awakens, at the Mandell Theate.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025
One of the country's premier Asian-American contemporary dance companies, Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers (KYL/D), will present its final home season, Echo and Flame/Fenghuang Awakens, at the Mandell Theate.
Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers Reveals Final Home Season With ECHO AND FLAME / FENGHUANG AWAKENS At Drexel’s Mandell Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2025
Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers will present its final home season concert, Echo and Flame / Fenghuang Awakens, at the Mandell Theater at Drexel University. The performances reflect the company’s long-standing focus on contemporary dance, community, and cross-cultural exchange.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2025
Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers will present its final home season concert, Echo and Flame / Fenghuang Awakens, at the Mandell Theater at Drexel University. The performances reflect the company’s long-standing focus on contemporary dance, community, and cross-cultural exchange.
Ageless Dancers: A Conversation With Betti Franceschi is Coming to The Drama Book Shop
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2025
The Drama Book Shop in association with Jay Michaels Global Communications, will present Ageless Dancers: A Conversation With Betti Franceschi. A talkback, signing and live podcast recording.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2025
The Drama Book Shop in association with Jay Michaels Global Communications, will present Ageless Dancers: A Conversation With Betti Franceschi. A talkback, signing and live podcast recording.
The Library for the Performing Arts Presents ROOM TO MOVE Through 9/1
by Marina Kennedy - Apr 23, 2025
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center has mounted an impressive exhibition that will appeal to dance enthusiasts and many more. 'Room to Move: Dance Theater Workshop and Alternative Histories of Downtown Dance' will be on display through September 13th.
by Marina Kennedy - Apr 23, 2025
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center has mounted an impressive exhibition that will appeal to dance enthusiasts and many more. 'Room to Move: Dance Theater Workshop and Alternative Histories of Downtown Dance' will be on display through September 13th.
New York Public Library for the Performing Arts Will Feature Dance Theater Workshop Exhibition
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 12, 2025
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center will soon present a new exhibition exploring the history of the Dance Theater Workshop, founded 60 years ago this year, and the movement of downtown dance in New York.
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 12, 2025
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center will soon present a new exhibition exploring the history of the Dance Theater Workshop, founded 60 years ago this year, and the movement of downtown dance in New York.
Baryshnikov Arts Announces Fall 2024 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 9, 2024
Baryshnikov Arts Center reveals its Fall 2024 season, featuring a diverse lineup of performances including dance, theater, and music, highlighting both emerging and established artists.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 9, 2024
Baryshnikov Arts Center reveals its Fall 2024 season, featuring a diverse lineup of performances including dance, theater, and music, highlighting both emerging and established artists.
Baryshnikov Arts Announces Fall 2024 Performances + Artist Residencies
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 2, 2024
Baryshnikov Arts will present a fall season of dance, music, and digital performances beginning September 20 with the encore of MERCE / MISHA / MORE, a film celebrating decades of friendship, mutual admiration, and collaboration between Mikhail Baryshnikov and Merce Cunningham.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 2, 2024
Baryshnikov Arts will present a fall season of dance, music, and digital performances beginning September 20 with the encore of MERCE / MISHA / MORE, a film celebrating decades of friendship, mutual admiration, and collaboration between Mikhail Baryshnikov and Merce Cunningham.
FROM THE HORSE'S MOUTH Celebrates 25 Years This Monday April 22
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 19, 2024
Celebrate 25 years of FROM THE HORSE'S MOUTH this Monday, April 22, hosted by Jerome Robbins Dance Division NYPL.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 19, 2024
Celebrate 25 years of FROM THE HORSE'S MOUTH this Monday, April 22, hosted by Jerome Robbins Dance Division NYPL.
FROM THE HORSE'S MOUTH Celebrates 25 Years This Month At New York Public Library
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2024
From The Horse's Mouth, the multi-disciplinary dance/theater production acknowledged for its meaningful storytelling and exceptional dancing, will be celebrated for its 25th year showcasing the 'Heart and History of Dance.'
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2024
From The Horse's Mouth, the multi-disciplinary dance/theater production acknowledged for its meaningful storytelling and exceptional dancing, will be celebrated for its 25th year showcasing the 'Heart and History of Dance.'
AGELESS DANCERS Book Launch and Signing Announced At Jason McCoy Gallery In April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2024
Join the book launch and signing event for AGELESS DANCERS, a collection of photographs by Betti Franceschi, celebrating the timeless beauty of dance.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2024
Join the book launch and signing event for AGELESS DANCERS, a collection of photographs by Betti Franceschi, celebrating the timeless beauty of dance.
FROM THE HORSE'S MOUTH To Celebrate 25 Years On April 22
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2024
From The Horse's Mouth, the multi-disciplinary dance/theater production acknowledged for its meaningful storytelling and exceptional dancing, will be celebrated for its 25th year showcasing the 'Heart and History of Dance.'
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2024
From The Horse's Mouth, the multi-disciplinary dance/theater production acknowledged for its meaningful storytelling and exceptional dancing, will be celebrated for its 25th year showcasing the 'Heart and History of Dance.'
Dance On Camera And Film At Lincoln Center Announce Lineup For 2024 DANCE ON CAMERA Festival, February 9"12
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2024
Dance On Camera and Film at Lincoln Center (FLC) present the 52nd edition of the Dance on Camera Festival from February 9 to 12, 2024.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2024
Dance On Camera and Film at Lincoln Center (FLC) present the 52nd edition of the Dance on Camera Festival from February 9 to 12, 2024.
Stefanie Nelson Dancegroup and David Shenk to Present THE MOVING MEMORY PROJECT: FILL IN THE BLANK Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 30, 2023
Stefanie Nelson Dancegroup and David Shenk present the Moving Memory project: fill in the blank on October 6. Get event and ticket information here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 30, 2023
Stefanie Nelson Dancegroup and David Shenk present the Moving Memory project: fill in the blank on October 6. Get event and ticket information here!
Stefanie Nelson Dancegroup And David Shenk Present THE MOVING MEMORY PROJECT: FILL IN THE BLANK
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2023
Stefanie Nelson Dancegroup and David Shenk present the Moving Memory project: fill in the blank, a festival devoted to memory and forgetting. The festival features original dance works, visual art installation, and live music.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2023
Stefanie Nelson Dancegroup and David Shenk present the Moving Memory project: fill in the blank, a festival devoted to memory and forgetting. The festival features original dance works, visual art installation, and live music.
The Bessies Announce 2023 Angel Award Honorees
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 29, 2023
The New York Dance and Performance Awards, The Bessies, will celebrate these honorees at the 2023 Bessies Angel Party on October 11.
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 29, 2023
The New York Dance and Performance Awards, The Bessies, will celebrate these honorees at the 2023 Bessies Angel Party on October 11.
WHITE WAVE Dance Artistic Director, Young Soon Kim, To Receive 2023 Bessies Angel Honoree Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2023
WHITE WAVE Dance Artistic Director, Young Soon Kim, will receive 2023 Bessies Angel Honoree Award. Join us at the Bessies Angel Party on October 11, 2023, to celebrate Young Soon Kim's immeasurable impact on the dance and performance field.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2023
WHITE WAVE Dance Artistic Director, Young Soon Kim, will receive 2023 Bessies Angel Honoree Award. Join us at the Bessies Angel Party on October 11, 2023, to celebrate Young Soon Kim's immeasurable impact on the dance and performance field.
Ephrat Asherie Dance's UNDERSCORED is Coming to USC for Los Angeles Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 20, 2023
Join Ephrat Asherie Dance for the Los Angeles premiere of UNDERSCORED, a joyful celebration of New York City's underground dance club scene. Featuring pioneers of waacking, voguing, house, and more, this multi-generational performance at USC's Bovard Auditorium on October 19, 2023, is not to be missed.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 20, 2023
Join Ephrat Asherie Dance for the Los Angeles premiere of UNDERSCORED, a joyful celebration of New York City's underground dance club scene. Featuring pioneers of waacking, voguing, house, and more, this multi-generational performance at USC's Bovard Auditorium on October 19, 2023, is not to be missed.
Photographer Mark Mann to Bring Dancers off the Pages of his Latest Book and Onto the Joyce Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 1, 2023
World-renowned celebrity portrait photographer Mark Mann is celebrating the release of his new coffee table book Movement at the Still Point: An Ode to Dance with a one night only star-studded evening of dance at the Joyce Theater, Monday, April 10, 2023.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 1, 2023
World-renowned celebrity portrait photographer Mark Mann is celebrating the release of his new coffee table book Movement at the Still Point: An Ode to Dance with a one night only star-studded evening of dance at the Joyce Theater, Monday, April 10, 2023.
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