John Taras
John Taras is an actor whose BroadwayWorld credits include A Kiss for Cinderella.
Date of Birth: April 18, 1919
Date of Death: April 02, 2004 (84)
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
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DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEM to Return to Chicago at The Auditorium
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2026
The acclaimed American ballet company will present three works including a Caribbean-inspired revival of FIREBIRD, featuring choreography by John Taras and designs by Leo Holder.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2026
The acclaimed American ballet company will present three works including a Caribbean-inspired revival of FIREBIRD, featuring choreography by John Taras and designs by Leo Holder.
Misty Copeland's Joyce Festival Has the Stars but Not the Story
by Lora Strum - Aug 13, 2026
The Ballet Festival's second week assembles a diverse, technically flawless lineup — then gives them very little to say.
by Lora Strum - Aug 13, 2026
The Ballet Festival's second week assembles a diverse, technically flawless lineup — then gives them very little to say.
Misty Copeland’s Joyce Ballet Festival Finds Freedom in Ballet’s Traditions
by Elizabeth Blosfield - Aug 10, 2026
What did our critic think of THE JOYCE THEATER BALLET FESTIVAL at The Joyce Theater?
by Elizabeth Blosfield - Aug 10, 2026
What did our critic think of THE JOYCE THEATER BALLET FESTIVAL at The Joyce Theater?
Dance Theatre of Harlem's FIREBIRD to be Presented at The National Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem will join Washington Performing Arts at The National Theatre for a program featuring Firebird, Return, and Donizetti Variations.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem will join Washington Performing Arts at The National Theatre for a program featuring Firebird, Return, and Donizetti Variations.
Dance Theatre of Harlem to Return to Chicago at Auditorium Dance Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 27, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem will make its first Chicago appearance in a decade, performing a program that includes a revived staging of Firebird at The Auditorium.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 27, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem will make its first Chicago appearance in a decade, performing a program that includes a revived staging of Firebird at The Auditorium.
Complete Programming And Cast Set For Misty Copeland-Curated JOYCE BALLET FESTIVAL 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2026
The Joyce Theater revealed the full cast and programming for The Joyce Ballet Festival 2026, curated by Misty Copeland, featuring artists from ABT, NYCB, Paris Opera Ballet, and two world premieres.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2026
The Joyce Theater revealed the full cast and programming for The Joyce Ballet Festival 2026, curated by Misty Copeland, featuring artists from ABT, NYCB, Paris Opera Ballet, and two world premieres.
Dance Theatre of Harlem Extends FIREBIRD With Fall 2026 Tour Dates
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem announced an extension of FIREBIRD, adding fall tour stops in Washington DC, Chicago, and Tempe following sold-out performances in New York and an international premiere in Paris.
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem announced an extension of FIREBIRD, adding fall tour stops in Washington DC, Chicago, and Tempe following sold-out performances in New York and an international premiere in Paris.
The Auditorium Theatre Unveils 2026–27 Dance Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2026
The Auditorium in Chicago announced its 2026-27 dance season, featuring DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEM, BALLETS JAZZ MONTRÉAL, LES BALLETS TROCKADERO DE MONTE CARLO, BALLET FOLKLÓRICO DE MÉXICO DE AMALIA HERNÁNDEZ, and ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER.
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2026
The Auditorium in Chicago announced its 2026-27 dance season, featuring DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEM, BALLETS JAZZ MONTRÉAL, LES BALLETS TROCKADERO DE MONTE CARLO, BALLET FOLKLÓRICO DE MÉXICO DE AMALIA HERNÁNDEZ, and ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER.
Dance Theatre Of Harlem’s FIREBIRD To Feature Live Gateways Festival Orchestra At New York City Center
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2026
In a historic collaboration, Dance Theatre of Harlem and the Gateways Festival Orchestra will present Stravinsky's FIREBIRD at New York City Center from April 16 to 19. The performance will feature a 58-person orchestra led by Jeri Lynne Johnson and Tania León.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2026
In a historic collaboration, Dance Theatre of Harlem and the Gateways Festival Orchestra will present Stravinsky's FIREBIRD at New York City Center from April 16 to 19. The performance will feature a 58-person orchestra led by Jeri Lynne Johnson and Tania León.
FIREBIRD And More Set for Dance Theatre of Harlem 2026 New York Season at City Center
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2025
Dance Theatre of Harlem will return to New York City Center April 16–19, 2026, featuring the revival of Firebird alongside works by Robert Garland, William Forsythe, and Jodie Gates.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2025
Dance Theatre of Harlem will return to New York City Center April 16–19, 2026, featuring the revival of Firebird alongside works by Robert Garland, William Forsythe, and Jodie Gates.
Works & Process to Present Dance Theatre of Harlem: ART OF THE DUET with Rotunda Dance Party
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2025
Works & Process will present Dance Theatre of Harlem: Art of the Duet on Monday, September 22, 2025 at the Guggenheim Museum in New York City. Performances will be held in the Peter B. Lewis Theater.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2025
Works & Process will present Dance Theatre of Harlem: Art of the Duet on Monday, September 22, 2025 at the Guggenheim Museum in New York City. Performances will be held in the Peter B. Lewis Theater.
City Center Unveils Dance Lineup for 2025 - 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2025
NEW YORK CITY CENTER will present the largest number of dance engagements in the institution’s recent history as part of the 2025 – 2026 Season. See the lineup here and learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2025
NEW YORK CITY CENTER will present the largest number of dance engagements in the institution’s recent history as part of the 2025 – 2026 Season. See the lineup here and learn more!
Dance Theatre Of Harlem To Remount Iconic FIREBIRD For 2026 World Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2024
Dance Theatre of Harlem has announced the highly anticipated remounting of one of its most signature ballets, Firebird.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2024
Dance Theatre of Harlem has announced the highly anticipated remounting of one of its most signature ballets, Firebird.
Dance Theatre Of Harlem Receives $10M From MacKenzie Scott And Dan Jewett
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 15, 2021
Virginia Johnson, Artistic Director and Founding Member of Dance Theatre of Harlem, along with the company's Executive Director, Anna Glass, announced today a $10 million gift from author and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott and educator and philanthropist Dan Jewett.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 15, 2021
Virginia Johnson, Artistic Director and Founding Member of Dance Theatre of Harlem, along with the company's Executive Director, Anna Glass, announced today a $10 million gift from author and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott and educator and philanthropist Dan Jewett.
Dance Theatre Of Harlem's March 2021 Programming Launches Tonight
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2021
Celebrating the joy of dance and continuing its storied legacy, Dance Theatre of Harlem has announced a full slate of digital dance events this spring. During a season that would typically be jam-packed with touring engagements leading up to the company’s annual spring gala at New York City Center, DTH Company Artists are set to inspire an even wider audience – online – until New York entertainment venues can safely reopen with greater capacity.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2021
Celebrating the joy of dance and continuing its storied legacy, Dance Theatre of Harlem has announced a full slate of digital dance events this spring. During a season that would typically be jam-packed with touring engagements leading up to the company’s annual spring gala at New York City Center, DTH Company Artists are set to inspire an even wider audience – online – until New York entertainment venues can safely reopen with greater capacity.
Dance Theatre Of Harlem Presents FIREBIRD
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2021
In honor of Women's History Month, Dance Theatre of Harlem will host Firebird Day, a celebration of its iconic Firebird ballet, on Saturday, March 13.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2021
In honor of Women's History Month, Dance Theatre of Harlem will host Firebird Day, a celebration of its iconic Firebird ballet, on Saturday, March 13.
Dance Theatre of Harlem Announces Winter Season of Virtual Performances and Events
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 1, 2021
Dance Theatre of Harlem announced today a new slate of digital performances as part of its online streaming series, DTH On Demand, and events, including its annual Founders’ Week celebration, throughout February, the nation’s month to officially and proudly honor Black History.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 1, 2021
Dance Theatre of Harlem announced today a new slate of digital performances as part of its online streaming series, DTH On Demand, and events, including its annual Founders’ Week celebration, throughout February, the nation’s month to officially and proudly honor Black History.
Shreveport Dance Academy's Summer Intensive Announces Faculty Members
by Sarah Hookey - May 8, 2019
VIOLETA ANGELOVA, YVES DE BOUTEILLER, KEITH LEE AND IAN POULIS will be members of the faculty for the Shreveport Dance Academy's Summer Intensive in Shreveport, Louisiana. Ms. Angelova and Mr. de Bouteiller will be teaching from June 3-7, 2019, and Mr. Lee and Mr. Poulis will be teaching from June 10-14, 2019.
by Sarah Hookey - May 8, 2019
VIOLETA ANGELOVA, YVES DE BOUTEILLER, KEITH LEE AND IAN POULIS will be members of the faculty for the Shreveport Dance Academy's Summer Intensive in Shreveport, Louisiana. Ms. Angelova and Mr. de Bouteiller will be teaching from June 3-7, 2019, and Mr. Lee and Mr. Poulis will be teaching from June 10-14, 2019.
Mireille Favarel Joins Faculty For Brandywine Ballet's Summer Intensive
by Julie Musbach - Apr 11, 2019
MIREILLE FAVAREL, currently on the artistic staff of the Milwaukee Ballet and former principal dancer of the Milwaukee Ballet will be a member of the faculty for the Brandywine Ballet's Summer Intensive which will be held in West Chester, Pennsylvania from June 24-28, 2019.
by Julie Musbach - Apr 11, 2019
MIREILLE FAVAREL, currently on the artistic staff of the Milwaukee Ballet and former principal dancer of the Milwaukee Ballet will be a member of the faculty for the Brandywine Ballet's Summer Intensive which will be held in West Chester, Pennsylvania from June 24-28, 2019.
Five City Ballet Dancers Accuse Peter Martins of Abuse
by Alan Henry - Dec 12, 2017
The New York Times reports that five City Ballet Dancers have accused Peter Martins of abuse - with one incident dating as far back as 1993, with no action having been taken at that time.
by Alan Henry - Dec 12, 2017
The New York Times reports that five City Ballet Dancers have accused Peter Martins of abuse - with one incident dating as far back as 1993, with no action having been taken at that time.
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