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Antonia Franceschi Appointed Interim AD At New York Theatre Ballet
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2025

Antonia Franceschi has been appointed Interim Artistic Director at New York Theatre Ballet. Franceschi's appointment fills the role of former artistic director Steven Melendez who stepped down in November 2025.

New York Theatre Ballet Appoints Interim Co-artistic Directors
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2025

Giulia Faria and Melissa Sadler have been appointed Interim Co-Artistic Directors at New York Theatre Ballet (NYTB). Learn more about the new appointees here!

Valentina Kozlova International Ballet Competition Now Underway
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 9, 2025

Valentina Kozlova is currently hosting the 14th edition of the Valentina Kozlova International Ballet Competition, with 150 entrants from around the world, dancing for scholarships and company contracts before a jury of international dance figures. 

New York Theatre Ballet Debuts At Judson Church Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2025

Paying tribute to the Judson Church choreographers who pushed the boundaries of what dance could be, New York Theatre Ballet (NYTB) will present Legends & Visionaries: Postmodern Dance at Judson Church.

New York Theatre Ballet Unveils 2024 World Premieres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2024

New York Theatre Ballet will present World Premiere works in 2024. Learn about programming and see how to purchase tickets!

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park and Upstate Films to Co-Present LIFT This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2023

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park and Upstate Films co-present LIFT on Sunday, September 17, 2023 at 7 pm, at Starr Cinema in Rhinebeck NY.

Dorrance Dance Returns To The Ted Shawn Theatre For Festival 2023
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 22, 2023

In the fourth week of Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival 2023, crowd-favorite Dorrance Dance returns July 19-23. The week will also feature several performances on the outdoor Henry J. Leir Stage, including Seán Curran Company & Darrah Carr Dance on July 19-20, a world premiere by Mythili Prakash on July 21, and The School at Jacob's Pillow on July 22. Tickets for all performances are now on sale.

The Kaye Playhouse to Host VALENTINA KOZLOVA INTERNATIONAL BALLET COMPETITION This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 1, 2023

The VALENTINA KOZLOVA INTERNATIONAL BALLET COMPETITION will return to the stage, this year at The Kaye Playhouse, with 100+ young classical ballet and contemporary dancers from countries around the world, including Brazil, South Korea, England, Ireland, Belgium, Japan, Ireland, Paraguay, and more. The exceptional talents will dance for medals, scholarships, and company contracts.