Stanton Welch

Nashville Ballet Reveals NB2 Leadership Transition
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2026

Nashville Ballet has announced a leadership transition within Nashville Ballet's Second Company (NB2). Maria Konrad, Director of NB2, has decided to move on to pursue artistic projects, both nationally and internationally.

Winners Revealed for The Joffrey Ballet's 16th Annual Winning Works
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2025

​The Grainger Academy of The Joffrey Ballet will present five world premieres in the culmination of Joffrey's national call for emerging artists to submit applications for the Winning Works Choreographic Competition.

Yoshiko Kamikusa and Luzemberg Santana Will Appear in the Alameda Civic Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2025

YOSHIKO AND KAMIKUSA, and LUZEMBERG SANTANA, principal dancers of the Indianapolis Ballet, will be the guest artists in the Alameda Civic Ballet's production of The Nutcracker.

Interview: Saul Newport of ROCK AND ROLL AND TUTUS at Houston Ballet
by Armando Urdiales - Sep 19, 2025

For Houston Ballet dancer Saul Newport, Rock and Roll and Tutus is more than just a performance program. It is a test of versatility, artistry, and endurance. Moving between the joy and vigor of Illuminate, the swagger of Rooster, the intimacy of What I Was Thinking While I Was Waltzing, and the classical celebration of Vi et Animo, Saul embraces each ballet as its own world. His approach is rooted in honesty, whether channeling the legendary energy of The Rolling Stones, finding balance in sprightly choreography, or drawing from personal memories to make movement feel lived in. In this conversation, Saul shares how he shifts mindsets between such contrasting works, the rituals that help him reset, and what he hopes audiences take away from experiencing these journeys in one evening.

Interview: Jacquelyn Long of ROCK AND ROLL AND TUTUS at Houston Ballet
by Armando Urdiales - Sep 19, 2025

Houston Ballet’s Rock and Roll and Tutus brings together legendary choreographers with fresh new voices, and among them is Jacquelyn Long, who not only performs but also contributes her own original work to the program.

The National Ballet Of Canada Welcomes Three New Principal Dancers In 2025/26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 16, 2025

The National Ballet of Canada will welcome three new Principal Dancers: Chase O'Connell and Beckanne Sisk from Houston Ballet and Agnes Su from The Stuttgart Ballet.

13th Annual LAKE TAHOE DANCE FESTIVAL Begins This July
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2025

Lake Tahoe Dance Collective will present the 13th Annual Lake Tahoe Dance Festival from July 22 - 25, 2025, featuring artists from New York City Ballet, Broadway, Boston Ballet, Metropolitan Opera Ballet, and more.

Joffrey Ballet Announces New Rehearsal Director Christine Rocas
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2025

The Joffrey Ballet has announced the appointment of Christine Rocas, former Joffrey Company Artist, as Rehearsal Director of The Joffrey Ballet. Rocas steps into the role following twenty years as a Company Artist and one year serving as Interim Rehearsal Director.

Houston Ballet II Will Perform an Evening of Classical & Contemporary Dance at the Moss Center
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2025

​​​​​​​The Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center will welcome Houston Ballet II in April. This celebrated collective delivers a performance, offering a diverse program to captivate audiences of all ages. 

Philadelphia Ballet Triple Repertory Includes World Premiere by Stanton Welch AM and More
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2025

Philadelphia Ballet will present a triple repertory program at the Academy of Music from March 20-23, 2025. Featuring the bold choreography of Angel Corella, Russell Ducker and the highly anticipated world premiere by internationally acclaimed choreographer Stanton Welch AM, this diverse program is set to inspire and captivate audiences.

Guest Artists Set For Connecticut Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER
by Stephi Wild - Nov 27, 2024

Connecticut Ballet, under the artistic direction of Brett Raphael, announced the celebrated guests artists who will appear in the company's 40th anniversary production of its holiday blockbuster, Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker. 

Kansas City Ballet Announces Company Dancer Promotions And New Members
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 2024

Kansas City Ballet Artistic Director Devon Carney has announced the promotion of four current dancers and appointment of six new dancers to the professional Company.

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Will Host Master Class Series Taught by PBT Company Artists and Staff
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2024

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre has announced a new monthly Master Class Series for the 2024-25 season. Learn more about the upcoming lineup here!

Interview: Simon Thew - Future Music Director & Chief Conductor of the Houston Ballet
by Miranda Keating - Mar 14, 2024

As Maestro Ermanno Florio steps down after 32 seasons, Australian Conductor Simon Thew will be appointed as Houston Ballet's Music Director and Chief Conductor. BroadwayWorld got the chance to speak with Simon Thew about his worldly career, his experience with the Houston Ballet, and his goals for the future of the Houston Ballet.

Interview: Lead Ballerina Monica Gomez Shares Insight to the Unique Style and Story of Houston Ballet's CINDERELLA
by Miranda Keating - Feb 23, 2024

Houston Ballet’s season is continuing with a return of artistic director Stanton Welch’s CINDERELLA. BroadwayWorld Houston had the chance to speak with Mónica Gómez, one of the ballerinas portraying Cinderella in Houston Ballet's 2024 production. She gave some insight into what makes this reindition of the Cinderella story so timely and special.

Interview: Maestro Ermanno Florio Celebrates His Last Season as Houston Ballet Conductor
by Miranda Keating - Sep 27, 2023

After 32 years as Music Director of Houston Ballet, Ermanno Florio will step down from his position at the end of the 2023 – 2024 season. BroadwayWorld Houston had the chance and honor to speak with him about what he has learned in his many years with the Houston Ballet and his plans for the future as he retires from his current position.

Interview: Chase O'Connell Shares the Spectacle That We Can Look Forward to in Houston Ballet's MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by Miranda Keating - Sep 13, 2023

The Houston Ballet's 2023-2024 season is starting off with John Neumeier's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, based on Shakespeare's romantic comedy. I had the chance to speak with Chase O'Connell-- one of the dancers portraying Theseus/King Oberon-- who told us how it is to play opposite his wife onstage and what spectacles are within the show!

The Joffrey Ballet Welcomes Five New Dancers To The Company
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023

The Joffrey Ballet has announced the addition of five dancers to the Joffrey roster for the 2023-24 season. Learn more about the new dancers here!

Kansas City Ballet Reveals Company Dancer Promotions and New Members
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023

Kansas City Ballet Artistic Director Devon Carney announced the promotion of one member and appointment of five new dancers to the professional Company. Learn more about the new appointments here!