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Miami City Ballet's 23/24 Season Kicks-Off in October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2023


Miami City Ballet's '23/'24 Season kicks off on October 20 with a thrilling mixed program featuring works by Balanchine, Tharp, and Roberts. Learn more about the full program here!

Joshua Bergasse-Directed World Premiere of SUGAR HILL to Play New York City Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2023


The World Premiere of SUGAR HILL: The Ellington/Strayhorn Nutcracker, the jazz-steeped reimagining of The Nutcracker based on the genre-defying collaboration of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn, will debut at New York City Center.

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!

Philadelphia Ballet Opens 2023/2024 Season With World Premiere Of Angel Corella's CARMEN
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 5, 2023


Philadelphia Ballet will open its 2023/2024 season with a world premiere retelling of Carmen from Artistic Director, Angel Corella. Corella's reimagined version will captivate audiences with innovative choreography that combines traditional Spanish dance and classical ballet to tell the dramatic love story of a powerful but tragic heroine.

A World Premiere Play, a New Bilingual Musical & More Join Atlantic Theater Company 2023-2024 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 24, 2023


Get a sneak peek into the upcoming season at Atlantic Theater Company. From world premieres to bilingual musicals, stay updated on the diverse range of productions hitting the stage in the 2023-2024 season.

Wayne McGregor's WOOLF WORKS Will Make North American Premiere at Segerstrom Center For The Arts
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2023


American Ballet Theatre presents the North American Premiere of Wayne McGregor's Woolf Works at Segerstrom Center for the Arts from April 11 to 14, 2024. Inspired by the writings of 20th century modernist author Virginia Woolf, Woolf Works marks American Ballet Theatre's first full-length production by McGregor, featuring a luminous original score by Max Richter.

New York City Center Will Extend Encores! Runs to 2 Weeks
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 22, 2023


NEW YORK CITY CENTER announced that the 2024 Encores! series will feature special two-week runs of all three productions for the first time in the series’ history, celebrating 30 years of the Tony-honored series.

Jacob's Pillow Reveals Artists and Schedule of Events For 10 Pillow Lab Residencies
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 22, 2023


Get the latest updates on Jacob's Pillow Lab Residencies, including the artists involved and the schedule of events. Find out more about this exciting opportunity for dance artists to develop and showcase their work at Jacob's Pillow.

Jayhawks Announce 2023/24 Theatre & Dance Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2023


The University of Kansas Department of Theatre & Dance has unveiled its 2023-24 performance season. Theatrical works will explore themes of social inequalities, belonging, and community. Humor and satire will unify several works.

Bruce Wood Dance Announces Key Dates For 2023�"2024 Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 13, 2023


Bruce Wood Dance will celebrate 14 years with its 2023-2024 season, featuring in-person dance productions, intensives, and artistic collaborations. Named the 2023 Best Dance Company by D Magazine, the company is known for its emotionally engaging and kinesthetically captivating choreography.

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Reveals Added Artists for Fall Festival 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 11, 2023


Kaatsbaan Cultural Park announces the addition of new and rarely seen classical works to their Fall Festival 2023 lineup. Get ready to experience Kenneth MacMillan's Ballade, Gemma Bond's Brain on Fire, and Herman Cornejo's The Apartment. Find out more about these captivating performances and secure your tickets today.

Virginia Johnson, Michele Byrd-McPhee, and More Recieve 2023 Bessie Awards - Full List of Awards Announced!
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 5, 2023


The New York Dance and Performance Awards, the Bessies, has announced the 2023 award recipients at the 39th Bessie Awards Ceremony. The Illustrious Blacks hosted this year's celebratory event, which was held at Lincoln Center's Damrosch Park as part of Lincoln Center's Summer for the City. Check out a complete list of 2023 awards here!

The Joffrey Ballet Appoints Suzanne Lopez as New Academy Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2023


Discover the Joffrey Ballet's new Academy Director and their vision for the prestigious dance training program. Get insights into how this appointment will shape the future of dance education at the Joffrey Ballet Academy.

Applications Now Open for Ann Reinking Encores! Choreography Fellowship
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2023


Apply now for the Ann Reinking Encores! Choreography Fellowship and get the chance to learn from industry professionals, showcase your talent, and kickstart your journey towards becoming a renowned choreographer. Don't miss this incredible opportunity - apply now!

Loretta Devine Replaces Jennifer Holliday in New York City Center's PAL JOEY
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 13, 2023


New York City Center announced casting updates for the Annual Gala Presentation Pal Joey. Joining the cast are Loretta Devine (replacing Jennifer Holliday) as nightclub owner Lucille Wallace and Jeb Brown as Tony, the gangster who’s caught her eye.

Nathan Madden and Brenna Yeary to Present SUMMER SIZZLE! NYC Debut at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 12, 2023


THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present Nathan Maddenand Brenna Yeary in the New York debut of their show “Summer Sizzle!” with two performances on Saturday, August 12 and Monday, August 14, both at 7:00 PM.

Review: FLAMENCO FESTIVAL: LA LEONA, Sadler's Wells
by Matthew Paluch - Jul 12, 2023


Sadler’s Wells' Flamenco Festival really is a festival. As in the programme includes a wide range of approaches and possibilities when dealing with the genre. It makes the relevance of flamenco in 2023 something to ponder - as there's clearly an interest, and different generations of creatives very much involved with the ongoing dialogue. 

World Premieres, New York Premieres & More Set for The Joyce Theater Fall '23/Winter '24 Season of International Dance
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 29, 2023


The Joyce Theater Foundation has revealed the complete calendar of performances from renowned U.S. and international dance companies slated for The Joyce Theater’s Fall ‘23/Winter ‘24 season.

Milwaukee Rep Welcomes 8 New Board Trustees
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 28, 2023


Milwaukee Rep has named eight newly elected Board Trustees that will serve a three-year term starting July 1, 2023.

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