Pontus Lidberg

Review: BLACK SABBATH - THE BALLET, Sadler's Wells
by Franco Milazzo - Oct 23, 2025

Despite the enticing cultural dissonance of its title, Black Sabbath – The Ballet is, by definition, a terrible idea. It is the conceptual equivalent of putting a tuxedo on a pit bull, or hiring Prince Andrew as your PR manager. This is what happens when the civic-minded folk at a major arts company, having dutifully listened to enough AC/DC to establish their street cred, decide they can bottle the anarchic essence of heavy metal and sell it in three-act bottles to those living off the ever-sweet smell of nostalgia and the kind of people who buy all their concert T-shirts from Vinted.

GDIF Unveils Full Lineup for DANCING CITY Featuring 15 Companies
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2025

Dancing City, the free programme of outdoor dance as part of GDIF - featuring 15 leading international and UK companies including Sadler’s Wells East at East Bank, has revealed its full lineup. Learn more!

Interview: Theatre Life with Carlos Acosta
by Elliot Lanes - May 30, 2025

Today’s subject Carlos Acosta is currently living his theatre Life as the Artistic Director of Birmingham Royal Ballet. He has been in the position since January of 2020. Carlos’ work can be seen at the Kennedy Center in the Opera House from June 4th to the 8th when Birmingham Royal Ballet presents Black Sabbath- The Ballet.

Review: Acosta Danza's CUBAN ECLÉCTICO at The Kennedy Center Eisenhower Theater
by Audrey Cahak - May 5, 2025

Acosta Danza’s program Cuban Ecléctico ran in the Eisenhower Theater at the Kennedy Center for just three days, but the show deserved much more stage time, both to receive a greater audience and to refine their performance. 

Carlos Acosta Brings ACOSTA DANZA Back To Birmingham
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2025

Carlos Acosta, Artistic Director of Birmingham Royal Ballet, will bring his Cuban dance company, Acosta Danza back to Birmingham Hippodrome for two nights only in May.

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.

Martha Graham Dance Center To Establish New Home In Midtown Manhattan
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 15, 2025

]The Martha Graham Dance Center has announced that it will relocate the dance organization's headquarters to 1501 Broadway in January 2026, securing a new and expanded home in Times Square for the renowned Martha Graham Dance Company as it celebrates its 100th anniversary.

Carlos Acosta's Acosta Danza Returns to The Linbury Theatre With FOLCLOR
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2025

Former Principal dancer of The Royal Ballet Carlos Acosta will bring his acclaimed Cuban company Acosta Danza back to the Linbury Theatre this February with Folclor, a programme of London premieres celebrating the company's Cuban roots.

Photos: Inside the 2024 Fire Island Dance Festival
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 25, 2024

Captivating world premieres and celebrated works shined within the awe-inspiring beauty of the Great South Bay’s expanse of sea and sky at this year’s record-breaking edition of Fire Island Dance Festival. Check out out photos from inside the festival here!

Fire Island Dance Festival Presents Seven World Premieres And Hits New Fundraising Record
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 25, 2024

Seven world premieres were showcased at a recent event, raising a new record for the organization. The premieres featured diverse performances and highlighted emerging talent in the arts community.

Martha Graham Dance Company Announces Second Season Of GRAHAM100
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2024

Martha Graham Dance Company reveals its 2024-2025 season, featuring the second year of GRAHAM100, celebrating the legacy and innovative works of Martha Graham.

Limited Tickets Remain for FIRE ISLAND DANCE FESTIVAL
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 10, 2024

Fire Island Pines hosts a summer cultural event featuring performances, art exhibitions, and community gatherings, celebrating the vibrant local arts scene.

Cast and Creative Team Announced for WAM Theatre's FRAGMENTS OF OUTSIDE
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 30, 2024

WAM Theatre has announced the ensemble of performers and designers who are collaborating to create the site-specific performance fragments of Outside. This special, one-time-only performance, conceived and directed by new Artistic Director Genée Coreno, is a celebration of WAM's 15th Anniversary.

Further Lineup Revealed For Fire Island Dance Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2024

A balletic solo that has been enchanting audiences for decades, a jazz-infused solo featuring a rising Broadway dancer and world premieres from two innovative contemporary choreographers are among the pieces just added to this year’s Fire Island Dance Festival lineup.

World Premieres & More Set for 2024-25 Kennedy Center Dance Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2024

The 2024-25 Kennedy Center Dance season has been revealed! See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Pontus Lidberg Dance to Return to The Joyce With ON THE NATURE OF RABBITS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2024

The Joyce Theater will welcome the return of internationally acclaimed choreographer Pontus Lidberg with his latest evening-length work, On the Nature of Rabbits. Learn about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.

Works & Process Underground Uptown Dance Festival to Present ON THE NATURE OF RABBITS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2023

Works & Process at the Guggenheim presents the Underground Uptown Dance Festival, featuring commissioned street and social dances in the subterranean theater at the Guggenheim and at Lincoln Center's Alice Tully Hall. The festival aims to amplify the qualities of dance to connect and foster joy and community.

Works & Process Announces Underground Uptown Dance Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 1, 2023

Works & Process at the Guggenheim presents the Underground Uptown Dance Festival, a festival of commissioned street and social dances taking place in the subterranean Frank Lloyd Wright-designed theater at the Guggenheim from January 10-16, 2024 and at Lincoln Center's Alice Tully Hall on January 12.

Terrence Mann & More to Join New York City Ballet's 75th Anniversary Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2023

New York City Ballet has revealed number of guest artists who will perform with the Company during its ongoing 75th Anniversary Season.

Works & Process Unveils Spring 2024 Season Featuring Bartlett Sher-Directed CORRUPTION, Paper Mill's GUN & POWER and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2023

Works & Process is back with their biggest season yet! Discover the lineup of performances and discussions happening in Spring 2024, including venues and dates. Don't miss out on this unique behind-the-scenes experience in the world of performing arts.