www.london-unattached.com4 days agoWritingThe Winter's Tale Royal Ballet at the Royal Opera HouseThe Winter's Tale ballet at the Royal Opera House explores themes of true repentance and redemption. [ more ]
Defector3 months agoWritingBallet Brought Me Back To My Body | DefectorBallet can be physically demanding on muscles that have been neglected Ballet is often associated with an idealized expression of romantic femininity [ more ]
San Francisco Bay Times3 weeks agoSF LGBTLadies and Gentleman: Lady Camden - San Francisco Bay TimesLady Camden transitioned from ballet to drag inspired by RuPaul's Drag Race, combining her ballet training and passion for theatrical drag. [ more ]
San Francisco Bay Times2 months agoSF LGBTBallet and Sinatra: A Perfect Match in Michael Smuin's Rollicking Fly Me to the Moon - San Francisco Bay TimesFly Me to the Moon pays tribute to Sinatra through Michael Smuin's Broadway-infused choreography. The ballet showcases a range of dance styles, from classical ballet to tap, celebrating Michael Smuin's innovative approach. [ more ]
San Francisco Bay Times2 months agoSF LGBTSwashbuckling Splendor: Michael Smuin's Zorro! Ballet - San Francisco Bay TimesZorro! will return to the stage for the first time since 2006 in Smuin Contemporary Ballet's upcoming program, Celebrating Michael Smuin. Michael Smuin's beloved Sinatra tribute Fly Me to the Moon will also be performed during the program. [ more ]
Mission Local1 month agoMission DistrictA Cultural Mission Visits with Alonzo KingAlonzo King premieres a new dance set to African-American spirituals at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts. King's ballet "Following the Subtle Current Upstream" remains vibrant after 20 years, emphasizing artistic growth and longevity. [ more ]
Medium2 months agoSan FranciscoI just saw Swan Lake for the first time-now I have questionsSwan Lake by San Francisco Ballet with Nikisha Fogo as Swan Queen is captivating. Ballets like Swan Lake convey stories through beautiful movements and music. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com2 months agoBlack Lives MatterOpinion | Dancing on the Rooftops of New York in a Rediscovered Short FilmLouis Johnson faced racism in the ballet world. Louis Johnson's work reflects the Black experience during the civil rights movement. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com3 months agoDesignCats, cowboys and tights: highlights from Paris men's fashion week autumn/winter 2024 in picturesKim Jones's Dior menswear collection was inspired by photographs of Rudolf Nureyev. Grace Wales Bonner's AW24 collection drew inspiration from Howard University and featured athletic silhouettes. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com4 months agoEducationWelcoming four new ballet teachers to the Royal Ballet School's artistic staffThe Royal Ballet School has hired four new full-time ballet teachers for the 2023/24 academic year. Three of the new teachers are alumni of the School and all four have extensive experience as performers and educators. [ more ]
BKReader4 months agoEducationEast New York Dance Students Travel to Switzerland to Train With a Hometown HeroA class of ballet students from an East New York high school will be traveling to Basel, Switzerland to train at the Braswell Arts Center. The trip is organized by dance instructor Marcella Jones, who has been teaching at the high school for 19 years. [ more ]
Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly5 months agoSilicon ValleyNew Ballet's The San Jose NutcrackerThe San Jose Nutcracker will have an expanded production with seven shows and five Claras. The cast of Clara performers includes two students and three company dancers, with ages ranging from 11 to 25. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com5 months agoNew York CityA Guide to N.Y.C. Holiday Events: Live Music, Theater, Lights and MoreHoliday season in New York City is filled with performances and events Options include classical ballet, modern reinterpretations, and holiday-themed displays [ more ]