21 Weeks of Performances Will Feature 48 Ballets Including 24 Works by NYCB Co-Founder GEORGE BALANCHINE and 5 Works by Co-Founding Choreographer JEROME ROBBINS Five World Premieres by JENNIFER … [Read more...] about New York City Ballet announces 2026-27 Season with 5 world premieres
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Youth America Grand Prix’s 2026 Stars of Today Meet the Stars of Tomorrow Gala
Ballet stars will join Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP) – the world’s largest ballet scholarship organisation – to celebrate this year’s Stars of Today Meet the Stars of Tomorrow Gala on Thursday 16 … [Read more...] about Youth America Grand Prix’s 2026 Stars of Today Meet the Stars of Tomorrow Gala
Review: Turn It Out with Tiler Peck and Friends – an assembly of fabulous artists
Jonathan Gray sees Tiler Peck's Turn It Out – to see such a diverse array of dancing talent in one evening was wonderful. TitleThe Barre Project, Blake Works II | Thousandth Orange | Swift Arrow | … [Read more...] about Review: Turn It Out with Tiler Peck and Friends – an assembly of fabulous artists
Ryan Tomash Promoted to Principal Dancer at New York City Ballet
New York City Ballet announced today that Ryan Tomash has been promoted from Soloist to Principal Dancer. The promotion was made by NYCB Artistic Director Jonathan Stafford and Associate Artistic … [Read more...] about Ryan Tomash Promoted to Principal Dancer at New York City Ballet
Pressure mounts for San Francisco Ballet to cancel Trump Kennedy Center appearance
Pressure is mounting on San Francisco Ballet to rethink its upcoming trip to Washington, D.C., as criticism continues to swirl around President Donald Trump’s recent takeover of the Kennedy … [Read more...] about Pressure mounts for San Francisco Ballet to cancel Trump Kennedy Center appearance
New York City Ballet’s 2026 Winter Season features the company’s 499th and 500th original works
New York City Ballet’s 2026 Winter Season will open on Tuesday, January 20, and continue for six weeks of performances, until Sunday, March 1 at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center. The … [Read more...] about New York City Ballet’s 2026 Winter Season features the company’s 499th and 500th original works
Review: The Royal Ballet’s Perspectives with Against the Tide, a world premiere from Cathy Marston
Perspectives Photo Album below Jonathan Gray sees The Royal Ballet in Perspectives, a triple bill with works by George Balanchine, Justin Peck, and a world premiere from Cathy … [Read more...] about Review: The Royal Ballet’s Perspectives with Against the Tide, a world premiere from Cathy Marston
Access Becomes Art: World Ballet Day 2025 – The Royal Ballet’s celebration of radical accessibility
Wednesday 12 November 2025 marks the return of World Ballet Day, a global celebration of dance, following a year’s hiatus. Building on over a decade of innovation, #WorldBalletDay … [Read more...] about Access Becomes Art: World Ballet Day 2025 – The Royal Ballet’s celebration of radical accessibility
Interview: Joshua Bergasse on West Side Story – reproducing Jerome Robbins’ choreography for LA Opera
Ann Haskins talks to Joshua Bergasse about reproducing Jerome Robbins' timeless choreography for West Side Story at The Los Angeles Opera. The combined Broadway magic of Leonard Bernstein, Stephen … [Read more...] about Interview: Joshua Bergasse on West Side Story – reproducing Jerome Robbins’ choreography for LA Opera
Review: Momentum with London City Ballet – astonishing maturity
Graham Watts sees London City Ballet's return to London with Momentum – the company deserves every success. TitleMomentumCompanyLondon City BalletVenueSadler’s Wells, LondonDate13 September … [Read more...] about Review: Momentum with London City Ballet – astonishing maturity
New York City Ballet 2025 Fall Season, 16 September – 12 October 2025
New York City Ballet’s 2025-26 Season opens with a four-week Fall Season on Tuesday 16 September 2025 with a week of programming dedicated to works by NYCB Co-Founding Choreographer George Balanchine, … [Read more...] about New York City Ballet 2025 Fall Season, 16 September – 12 October 2025
Pacific Northwest Ballet opens its 2025-2026 Season with Jewels, also online
On 26 September, Pacific Northwest Ballet opens its new season in sparkling style with George Balanchine’s Jewels. The production, created in 2017 with designs by Jérôme Kaplan, is revived for … [Read more...] about Pacific Northwest Ballet opens its 2025-2026 Season with Jewels, also online
Photo Album 2: photos of Youth Grand Prix Europe Gala in Milan with 160 students and guest stars – part 2
SEE: Youth Grand Prix Europe Gala 2025 - PART ONE Youth Grand Prix Europe Gala 2025 PART TWO TAKE FIVE - ALIANNA NASSOS, 11 (USA) MATADOR - OWEN SIMMONS, 12 (CANADA) SWAN - SYLVIE … [Read more...] about Photo Album 2: photos of Youth Grand Prix Europe Gala in Milan with 160 students and guest stars – part 2
New York City Ballet’s 2025 Fall Fashion Gala
New York City Ballet’s annual Fall Fashion Gala will take place on Wednesday 8 October 2025. It will celebrate choreography and costume design, with a world premiere performance by choreographer Jamar … [Read more...] about New York City Ballet’s 2025 Fall Fashion Gala
New York City Ballet dancer Jock Soto returns to the stage to celebrate his trailblazing career
Dance took him from New Mexico’s rodeos to New York City’s Lincoln Center where he spent 24 years with the New York City Ballet (NYCB), 20 years as a principal dancer. On August 23, the 20th … [Read more...] about New York City Ballet dancer Jock Soto returns to the stage to celebrate his trailblazing career
Ashley Bouder becomes Executive Director of Eastern Connecticut Ballet
Ashley Bouder will become the new Executive Director of Eastern Connecticut Ballet (ECB), the top school for dance education in Connecticut, USA. Bouder said, Eastern Connecticut Ballet has an … [Read more...] about Ashley Bouder becomes Executive Director of Eastern Connecticut Ballet
Review: YGPE Stars of Today Meet the Stars of Tomorrow Gala in Milan
Graham Spicer sees the "YGPE Stars of Today Meet the Stars of Tomorrow Gala" featuring 160 young dancers from 31 countries and international guest stars. TitleYGPE Stars of Today Meet the Stars of … [Read more...] about Review: YGPE Stars of Today Meet the Stars of Tomorrow Gala in Milan
As queer male representation in ballet soars, queer female representation stays firmly on the ground
Ballet has long served as a haven for queer people. From composers such as Pyotr Tchaikovsky to choreographers like Frederick Ashton and Jerome Robbins, impresarios like Sergei Diaghilev, and, of … [Read more...] about As queer male representation in ballet soars, queer female representation stays firmly on the ground
Review: Gala De Danza in London – a showcase full of new ideas
Graham Watts sees Gala De Danza – a peculiar venue for an unusual gala, which despite the title was much more than dance. TitleGala De DanzaCompanyproduced by Christina LyonVenueCentral Hall, … [Read more...] about Review: Gala De Danza in London – a showcase full of new ideas
Interview with Christina Lyon on her Gala de Danza in London – bold, generous, and built on excellence.
Gala de Danza comes to London. The international dance, music, and art festival will have its London premiere with three performances on Wednesday 25 and Thursday 26 June at Central Hall … [Read more...] about Interview with Christina Lyon on her Gala de Danza in London – bold, generous, and built on excellence.
2024 National Dance Awards announced in London
The Winners of the 2024 National Dance Awards were announced at a ceremony at the Barbican Centre in London. It is the 25th anniversary of the Awards. The awards – voted upon by the 60 dance … [Read more...] about 2024 National Dance Awards announced in London
William Forsythe’s Ballets: Writing/Watching in a Contemporary Fashion
After seeing English National Ballet’s The Forsythe Programme, Kathrina Farrugia-Kriel reflects on William Forsythe’s career… so far. Author’s note: In ‘writing’ about Forsythe, I have been … [Read more...] about William Forsythe’s Ballets: Writing/Watching in a Contemporary Fashion
The 25th National Dance Awards nominations announced
The Dance Section of the UK Critics’ Circle announces the short-listed nominations for the 25th National Dance Awards (#NDA25). The National Dance Awards have been organised each year of this … [Read more...] about The 25th National Dance Awards nominations announced
New York City Ballet announces 2025-26 Season and Megan Fairchild’s farewell
21 Weeks of Performances Will Feature 47 Ballets Including 21 Works by NYCB Co-Founder GEORGE BALANCHINE And 6 Works by Co-Founding Choreographer JEROME ROBBINS The 2025-26 Season will include 21 … [Read more...] about New York City Ballet announces 2025-26 Season and Megan Fairchild’s farewell
Gilbert Bolden III is promoted to Principal Dancer at New York City Ballet
New York City Ballet has announced that Gilbert Bolden III has been promoted to Principal Dancer. NYCB Artistic Director Jonathan Stafford and Associate Artistic Director Wendy Whelan announced the … [Read more...] about Gilbert Bolden III is promoted to Principal Dancer at New York City Ballet
New York City Ballet has a new Principal Dancer – Miriam Miller
New York City Ballet has announced that Miriam Miller has been promoted to Principal Dancer. The promotion was made on Thursday 30 January by NYCB Artistic Director Jonathan Stafford and Associate … [Read more...] about New York City Ballet has a new Principal Dancer – Miriam Miller
Review: The Rose Prize – A.I.M by Kyle Abraham presents An Untitled Love – an innovative work
Graham Watts sees A.I.M by Kyle Abraham in An Untitled Love – an absorbing piece of dance theatre. TitleAn Untitled LoveCompanyA.I.M by Kyle AbrahamVenueSadler’s Wells, LondonDate29 January … [Read more...] about Review: The Rose Prize – A.I.M by Kyle Abraham presents An Untitled Love – an innovative work
Principal Dancer Ashley Bouder to give farewell performance with New York City Ballet on 13 February
New York City Ballet Principal Dancer Ashley Bouder will give her final performance on Thursday 13 February following a 25-year career with the company, including 20 years as Principal … [Read more...] about Principal Dancer Ashley Bouder to give farewell performance with New York City Ballet on 13 February
Interview: Theatre designer Jérôme Kaplan – Be yourself! Always be curious and dream.
Between projects in New York, Copenhagen and Monaco, theatre designer Jérôme Kaplan finds time to talk to Paul Arrowsmith. It’s ten years since we last spoke – what have been your … [Read more...] about Interview: Theatre designer Jérôme Kaplan – Be yourself! Always be curious and dream.
Ratmansky and Peck world premieres in New York City Ballet 2025 Winter Season
New York City Ballet 2025 Winter Season highlights: World Premiere Ballets by NYCB Resident Choreographer JUSTIN PECK and NYCB Artist in Residence ALEXEI RATMANSKY A Centennial Tribute to NYCB … [Read more...] about Ratmansky and Peck world premieres in New York City Ballet 2025 Winter Season