STANTON WELCH DANCE COVERAGE

Houston Ballet to Bring MADAME BUTTERFLY to Miller Outdoor Theatre, 5/10-12

On May 10, 11, and 12, 2013 at 8:00 p.m. Houston Ballet returns to Miller Outdoor Theatre in Hermann Park to present three FREE performances of Houston Ballet Artistic Director Stanton Welch's signatu... (more...)

Shen Wei's Stephen Xue and Houston Ballet's Stanton Welch to Talk DANCING THE RITE OF SPRING, 5/17

"Dancing The Rite of Spring", A Conversation between Shen Wei Dance Arts Company Manager Stephen Xue and Houston Ballet's Artistic Director Stanton Welch will be held on Friday, May 17 at 6:30 P.M. (more...)

BWW Reviews: Houston Ballet's 2013 SPRING SHOWCASE Introduces Ballet's Next Superstars

This weekend, the Houston Ballet Academy and Houston Ballet II performed their 2013 Spring Showcase in the Cullen Theater at the Wortham Center, showcasing why this program is globally recognized as o... (more...)

BWW Review: Houston Ballet's Must See Primal RITE OF SPRING is Riveting

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BWW Reviews: Houston Ballet's LA BAYADERE - Underwhelming but Worth Seeing

There is no denying that the artistry of ballet revolves around creating mesmerizing visuals, whether it is lush lovely picturesque scenes or exhilarating 'stunt' work that appears to defy all the nat... (more...)

MN's Northrop Dance Presents Joffrey Ballet's RITE OF SPRING at Orpheum Theatre Tonight

Northrop Dance Presents Joffrey Ballet's RITE OF SPRING tonight, February 26th at 7:30 pm in the Orpheum Theatre. (more...)

Houston Ballet Presents LA BAYADERE, Now thru 3/3

From tonight, February 21-March 3, 2013, Houston Ballet presents Stanton Welch's La Bayadere ('The Temple Dancer'), a historic classic staged by Houston Ballet Artistic Director Stanton Welch and set ... (more...)

Houston Ballet Present LA BAYADÈRE, 2/21-3/1

From February 21-March 3, 2013, Houston Ballet presents Stanton Welch's La Bayadere ("The Temple Dancer"), a historic classic staged by Houston Ballet Artistic Director Stanton Welch and set in royal ... (more...)

Houston Ballet II Dancer Joel Woellner Wins Two Prizes at Prix De Lausanne Ballet Competition

Houston Ballet II Dancer Joel Woellner was awarded two prizes at the 41st Prix de Lausanne Dance Competition, the prestigious international contest held annually in Lausanne, Switzerland between Janua... (more...)

Houston Ballet Appoints Jean Ellis First Chief Development Officer

Houston Ballet has announced that Jean Joransen Ellis has been appointed as its first Chief Development Officer. Ms. Ellis will be responsible for developing comprehensive strategic fundraising plans ... (more...)

MN's Northrop Dance to Present Joffrey Ballet's RITE OF SPRING at Orpheum Theatre, 2/26

Northrop Dance Presents Joffrey Ballet's RITE OF SPRING on Tuesday, February 26th at 7:30 pm in the Orpheum Theatre. (more...)

Regional Dance Company of the Week: BalletMet Columbus

BalletMet has provided artistic excellence in the field of dance to Central Ohio since 1978. Get to know the company's history as we proudly feature BalletMet as the Regional Dance Company of the Week... (more...)

Joffrey Ballet Announces 2013-14 Season

Ashley C. Wheater, Artistic Director of The Joffrey Ballet, announces the company's 2013-2014 season, titled "Masters of Dance." The season kicks off with a special addition to the Joffrey's home enga... (more...)

Houston Ballet to Present LA BAYADERE, 2/21-3/3

From February 21-March 3, 2013, Houston Ballet presents Stanton Welch's La Bayadère ('The Temple Dancer'), a historic classic staged by Houston Ballet Artistic Director Stanton Welch and set in royal ... (more...)

Regional Dance Company of the Week: Ballet West, UT

BroadwayWorld.com, the largest theatre site on the Internet, is thrilled to announce a new feature to its comprehensive regional coverage - the Featured Regional Dance Company of the Week! Today, it's... (more...)

Photo Flash: First Look at Victoria Jaiani, Miguel Angel Blanco and More in Joffrey's AMERICAN LEGENDS

The Joffrey Ballet heats up the winter season with a mixed repertory program of four sensual, romantic and playful ballets by master choreographers in 'American Legends,' presented in ten performances... (more...)

The Joffrey Ballet Announces February Events

Just in time for Valentine's Day, The Joffrey Ballet heats up the winter season with a mixed repertory program of four sensual, romantic and playful ballets by master choreographers in "American Legen... (more...)

Principal Artist Rachel Rawlins Retires from The Australian Ballet After SWAN LAKE Today

One of Australia's most acclaimed ballerinas will take her final curtain call next month. After a stage career spanning 21 years, 18 of those spent at The Australian Ballet, Principal Artist Rachel Ra... (more...)

BWW Reviews: Houston Ballet's CHOREOGRAPHIC WORKSHOP - A Showcase of Exquisite, Astonishing Talents

The Houston Ballet organization is imbued with talent from top to bottom. Last year, they organized an event in which the dancers got to experiment and begin growing their own individual choreographic... (more...)

BWW Interviews: Amy Fote talks her Ballet Career, Houston Ballet, What's Next & Offers Advice

The night before Amy Fote and dancers of the Houston Ballet celebrated her impressive career in Houston with JUBILEE OF DANCE, the charming and convivial Amy Fote took a few minutes out of her busy sc... (more...)

Luna Negra Dance Theater Presents MONIQUILLA AND THE MOON MONSTER, Now thru 12/2

Luna Negra Dance Theater continues its family-oriented winter series, Luna Niños, this season with the second dance "episode" of the adventures of Moniquilla and friends, this year titled "Moniquilla ... (more...)

Houston Ballet Presents JUBILEE OF DANCE: A TRIBUTE TO AMY FOTE Tonight

Tonight, November 30, 2012, Houston Ballet presents its ninth annual Jubilee of Dance: A Tribute to Amy Fote, a special one-night only performance showcasing the talent and artistry of the company dan... (more...)

Houston Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER Kicks Off Holiday Season; Runs Today thru 12/30

From November 23 - December 30, 2012, Houston Ballet celebrates the 25th anniversary of Ben Stevenson's breathtaking production of The Nutcracker, seen by over 1,000,000 people since its premiere 25 y... (more...)

Principal Artist Rachel Rawlins to Retire from The Australian Ballet After SWAN LAKE, Dec 19

One of Australia's most acclaimed ballerinas will take her final curtain call next month. After a stage career spanning 21 years, 18 of those spent at The Australian Ballet, Principal Artist Rachel Ra... (more...)

The Joffrey Ballet Presents the Silver Anniversary Production of THE NUTCRACKER, 12/7-27

The Joffrey Ballet celebrates the 25th Anniversary of Robert Joffrey's The Nutcracker in a 22-performance engagement at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University, 50 E. Congress Parkway, December... (more...)