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BWW Reviews: Juilliard Graduates Show Off Their Talent with SEVEN NEW HUES

Juilliard's 2013 graduating class captivated the audience on Sunday, May 4, at the Rosemary and Meredith Willson Theater, with seven new world premiere choreographed works by Jason Collins, Julia Head... (more...)

BWW Blog: Gillian Abbott - Juilliard Junior

Third year at Juilliard marked the beginning of my "Morning Pages". My close friends and family know that I've spent almost every morning for the past two years with my green smoothie, tea and journal... (more...)

BWW Reviews: NYC Ballet Stages a Richard Rodgers Showcase

Three dances based on the music of Richard Rodgers are enjoying a run at Lincoln Center. The results are uneven, but Rodgers's mastery is always apparent. (more...)

Compagnie Marie Chouinard, Wayne McGregor and More Set for Pittsburgh Dance Council's 2013-14 Season

The Pittsburgh Dance Council, a division of Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, announces an outstanding array of dance from around the world that will grace its stages this season. Paul Organisak, Executive D... (more...)

BWW Blog: Gillian Abbott - My First Job

When I was seventeen years old I was invited to audition for Cirque du Soleil in Vancouver, BC. I went to the audition solely for experience and to have my face seen as I was too young to be offered a... (more...)

BWW Reviews: DoubleTake, Andrew J. Nemr, and Glitter Kitty Dance to Impress at the Moving Beauty Series

Friday evening's performance at the Secret Theatre in Long Island City, as part of the Moving Beauty Series, was fascinatingly diverse and entertaining. The evening opened with a combination of shorte... (more...)

BWW Reviews: Ballet in Cinema from Emerging Pictures Presents ESMERALDA

Being a student of history is enlightening. You can learn about so many new things that may, or may not, be of interest .I felt that way about Esmeralda. I've heard about it. I know there's an Esmeral... (more...)

Rennie Harris' RHAW to Groove at New Victory Theatre, 5/17-26

Dr. Rennie Harris, Alvin Ailey Award recipient and renowned choreographer, returns to the New Victory stage (Legends of Hip-Hop, New Vic 2004, 2006; Puremovement, New Vic 1999) to inspire the next gen... (more...)

New York City Ballet Announces 2013-14 Season

New York City Ballet's 2013-14 Season at Lincoln Center will feature performances of 50 ballets in celebration of New York City Ballet's 50th anniversary at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, whi... (more...)

BWW Reviews: Juilliard Dances Repertory

The Juilliard School presented an interesting program on the afternoon of April 7, 2013, at the Peter Jay Sharp Theatre. Before I even start my review , I want to extend my congratulations to Lawrence... (more...)

BWW Reviews: The Joyce Theater Foundation Spring Gala

Gala occasions for dance companies are usually about packing in as many stars as possible who then oblige the audience by showing off with excessive pyrotechnics. The Joyce Foundation Spring Gala, hon... (more...)

Diablo Ballet Brings THE BLUE BOY, WEB BALLET and More to Hillbarn Theatre, 4/12-13

Diablo Ballet continues its 2012-13 touring season at the historic Hillbarn Theatre in Foster City, with the company's popular Inside the Dancer's Studio series, featuring the final performance of the... (more...)

BWW Interviews: Denis Jones, Choreographer of THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE, Shares Impressive Career

Denis Jones, the well-known choreographer, shares his thoughts about his career and the production of 'Millie' at Paper Mill Playhouse. (more...)

BWW Reviews: Ballet's Greatest Hits: YAGP Gala

I recently attended a performance of La Bayadere. The dancing was excellent, but the music by Ludwig Minkus was excruciating. I realize that it has a jump, a bounce, danceable adagio notes, but after ... (more...)

Diablo Ballet to Bring THE BLUE BOY, WEB BALLET and More to Hillbarn Theatre, 4/12-13

Diablo Ballet continues its 2012-13 touring season at the historic Hillbarn Theatre in Foster City, with the company's popular Inside the Dancer's Studio series, featuring the final performance of the... (more...)

Centaur Theatre Presents North American Premiere of DANCE ME TO THE END ON/OFF LOVE, Now thru 4/14

Centaur Theatre presents the North American premiere of DANCE ME TO THE END ON/OFF LOVE by the world renowned Granhoj Dans company based in Aarhus, Denmark. (more...)

BWW Review: Liss Fain Dance Performs Engrossing THE WATER IS CLEAR AND STILL

The Water is Clear and Still is set in an immersive performance installation, seen at close range and from multiple perspectives. It was a one hour exhibit of pure flight, infinite extensions, wistful... (more...)

BWW Reviews: Contrasting Dances Highlight Paul Taylor's Ingenuity at the Lincoln Center

Working with two very different topics, but displaying some persistent strengths, veteran choreographer and dance creator Paul Taylor stages a pair of admired dances at the David H. Koch Theater. (more...)

Centaur Theatre to Present North American Premiere of DANCE ME TO THE END ON/OFF LOVE, 3/19-4/14

Centaur Theatre presents the North American premiere of DANCE ME TO THE END ON/OFF LOVE by the world renowned Granhoj Dans company based in Aarhus, Denmark. (more...)

BWW Review: New York Theatre Ballet's LEGENDS & VISIONARIES is Disjointed But Versatile

The New York Theatre Ballet (NYTB) focuses on restaging classic works and commissioning up-and-coming choreographers to present performances that are both inspiring and affordable for audiences. (more...)

Trey McIntyre's THE BLUE BOY Makes West Coast Debut at Diablo Ballet, 3/1-2

Diablo Ballet's 19th season continues with tonight and tomorrow's March 1 and 2 March program, featuring a West Coast premiere from acclaimed choreographer Trey McIntyre and the premiere of the first ... (more...)

Pacific Northwest Ballet at City Center

Pacific Northwest Ballet is and should always be welcomed in New York. It has a long history with the works of George Balanchine, so what better way to present its opening program than with three clas... (more...)

National Tap Dance Celebration 2013 Set for Music Hall at Fair Park, 5/21-25

The Dance Council of North Texas presents its National Tap Dance Celebration 2013, May 21 - 25, 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. at Music Hall, Fair Park, 909 1st Ave., Dallas, Texas. It's free! (more...)

BWW Reviews: New York City Ballet: Jumping for Joy

The final presentation of the all Tchaikovsky/Balanchine programs featured the revelatory performance of Ashley Bouder. (more...)

Trey McIntyre's THE BLUE BOY to Make West Coast Debut at Diablo Ballet, 3/1-2

Diablo Ballet's 19th season continues with its March 1 and 2 March program, featuring a West Coast premiere from acclaimed choreographer Trey McIntyre and the premiere of the first ballet work created... (more...)