Search

The article focuses on Calvin Royal III's role in creatively directing the Joyce Theatre's Ballet Festival UNITE!, celebrating ballet's evolution and inclusivity. Topics include the festival's diverse lineup of artists and choreographers, Royal's debut of a self-choreographed solo, and the festival's aim to bridge classical and contemporary ballet while highlighting the art form's growing inclusiveness.

The article highlights Urban Bush Women (UBW), the influential Brooklyn-based dance company, as it celebrates its 40th anniversary with a series of free events at Lincoln Center. Topics include UBW's evolution and leadership transition from founder Jawole Willa Jo Zollar to new co-artistic directors Chanon Judson; the company's diverse programming including workshops on African American social dances; and their signature performance "Haint Blu/Episodic Chapters."

The article offers information on several dance festivals including the BAM's DanceAfrica festival; the ALL ARTS' 2024 Dance Film Festival; and Kyle Abraham's curation at Danspace Project's 16th Platform.

The article reviews the theatrical production "Buscando a Juan" ("Looking for Juan") by Ballet Hispanico at the Marquis Theatre in New York City from April 24-28, 2024.

The article focuses on the Dance Theatre of Harlem's 55th anniversary season at City Center, New York, highlighting Artistic Director Robert Garland's tribute to founder Arthur Mitchell's vision, and the lineup of performances that blend classical ballet with contemporary flair.

The article focuses on Ailey II's 50th-anniversary celebration at the Joyce Theater, New York, featuring innovative programming by Artistic Director Francesca Harper, performances by Baye & Asa, and a tribute to the company's legacy with classics by Alvin Ailey, William Forsythe and Judith Jamison.

The article reviews the concert "Max Roach 100," starring various dance legends, including Ronald K. Brown, Rennie Harris Puremovement, and tap artist Ayodele Casel. performed at the Joyce Theatre in New York City from April 2-7, 2024.

The article focuses on PHILADANCO, the Black dance company, presenting a program titled "Intangible" at New York's Joyce Theater, featuring works by emerging choreographers Christopher Rudd, Nijawwon K. Matthews, Ray Mercer, and Tommie-Waheed Evans.

The article informs about India Bradley's historic performance as the first Black ballerina to dance the role of Dewdrop in George Balanchine's "The Nutcracker" at the New York City Ballet. Topic include Bradley's dazzling debut is celebrated as a significant step toward diversity in American ballet, marking a departure from the traditionally Eurocentric bias and highlighting the progress in representation within major ballet companies.

The article offers information on the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre's five-week New York City Center engagement. It featuring premieres and productions by talented choreographers, a tribute to choreographer Judith Jamison; a special program highlighting the Ailey & Jazz collaboration; emphasizing the ongoing legacy and impact of the renowned dance company; and highlighting the company's role as a cultural ambassador and its dedication to uplifting the human spirit through dance.

The article presents the discussion on Kyle Marshall, whose company, Kyle Marshall Choreography (KMC), making the Joyce Theater premiere on November 8–12. Topics include choreographer, performer, teacher, and the artistic director of a company that sees the dancing body as a container of history; and product of a creative collaboration between them, as well as a company of talented dancers.

The article reviews the performance of Alonzo King's "Single Eye" at the Koch Theater from October 27–29, 2023, featuring African American Principal Calvin Royal III and describing the ballet as visually stunning and artistically profound.

The article focuses on Hope Boykin, a celebrated dancer and choreographer, as she prepares for the debut of her production "States of Hope" at The Joyce Theater. It discusses her creative influences, including iconic works such as Alvin Ailey's "Revelations" and Ulysses Dove's "Urban Folk Dance," and highlights the collaborative nature of her artistic process, involving a talented group of dancer-actor-artists.

The article reviews the annual Dance Africa Festival of BAM held at BAM Howard Gilman Opera House from May 26-29, 2023.

An interview with Dance Theatre of Harlem (DTH) Artistic Director Virginia Johnson is presented, including discussions on her decision to pass the baton, the changes in audiences and perceptions of the Black ballet dancer from 1969 to 2023, and the role DTH has played in challenging stereotypes and redefining ballet. Topics include the transition of leadership, the evolution of the company, and the impact of DTH on the perception of the Black ballet dancer.

The article reviews the Bessies: The New York Dance and Performance Awards of 2023 held at Lincoln Center's Damrosch Park on August 4, 2023, honoring exceptional dance work, with a bittersweet opening tribute to O'Shay Sibley and recognizing Virginia Johnson's Lifetime Achievement in Dance.

The article highlights the prominent roles of African American ballet dancers Calvin Royal III and Courtney Lavine in American Ballet Theatre's current season, emphasizing the company's commitment to diversity and inclusion. Royal, a principal dancer, showcases his versatility and passion in iconic Romantic ballets such as "Giselle," "Swan Lake," and "Romeo & Juliet," while Lavine captivates the audience with her mesmerizing performance as Nacha in the ballet "Like Water for Chocolate.

The article reviews the dance performance by the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre at the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) in Brooklyn, New York City.

The article focuses on South African choreographer Dada Masilo and her innovative approach to combining ballet and African dance in her works, particularly her piece "The Sacrifice." It highlights Masilo's reimagining of classical ballets addresses relevant social issues and challenges traditional boundaries, aiming to evoke emotions and create a meaningful impact on the audience.

The article offers information on the extension of the Broadway production of Ntozake Shange's "for colored girls who have considered suicide / when the rainbow is enuf," directed and choreographed by Camille A. Brown for an additional two weeks through Sunday, June 5, at Broadway's Booth Theatre (222 W. 45th Street). It also highlights Brown's energetic and inspired iteration of Shange's masterpiece.

An interview with the choreographer Camille A. Brown is presented. When asked about the production of Ntozake's play and its meaning to her, she refers to the courage given by the Ntozake Shange's choreopoem. She defines the meaning of choreopoem as the co-existence of movement and poetry. She also talks about the changes made to the 2022 production of "for colored girls" including American Sign Language (ASL) inclusion and the element of projection and sound and rhythm.

The article reviews a street dance performance "Rome & Jewels" by Rennie Harris at Joyce Theatre on February 7, 2023 marking the celebration of 30th anniversary of his company and 50th anniversary of hip-hop dance.

The article reviews theatrical production "Roy's Joys" by choreographer Kyle Abraham, "DUET" by choreographer Paul Taylor, an "In a Sentimental Mood" by choreographer Jamar Roberts performed at Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (AAADT) from November 30 to December 24, 2022.

The article reports that the Dance Theatre of Harlem Artistic Director Virginia Johnson announced her retirement from the visionary company, effective at the close of the 2022-23 season on June 30, 2023 ending a chapter of dance history. Topics include considered in addition to heading historic company at the request of the legendary Arthur Mitchell, who founded and co-directed DTH with Karel Shook.

The article reviews a ballet performance by Ballet Hispanico at Apollo Theater in New York from December 1- 2, 2017.

The article informs that visionary choreographer and MacArthur Fellow Kyle Abraham has associated with pioneering producer, composer, and electronic dance music artist Jlin to create "Requiem: Fire in the Air of the Earth," an Afro-Futurist exploration of death, reincarnation, and the after-life set to an electronic movement transcription of Mozart's "Requiem in D minor." It is also noted that Lorenzo Rennie Harris always explores new ways to bring his vibrant music to the stage.

The article present an interview with Calvin Royal III, the third African American ballet dancer to rise to the rank of principal in American Ballet Theatre's 82-year-history. It further discusses leading performance in two of ballet's iconic classics, "Swan Lake" and "Romeo and Juliet;" the Black male dancers like Christopher Boatwright who performed those iconic classical ballet roles; and his inner thoughts and feelings about being a gay Black man.

The article discusses dance festival DanceAfrica 2022 held at Brooklyn Academy of Music's Howard Gilman Opera House as of May 26, 2022.

The article focuses on the relationship between African-American ballerina Misty Copeland and her manager and publicist Gilda Squire. Topics mentioned include Copeland's history of classical ballet company American Ballet Theatre (ABT) as the first African-American principal, her performance of the classical ballets at the New York City-based New York Metropolitan Opera House and Copeland's debut at the ABT's spring season.

The article reviews dance performance performed by dance company group Ailey II at Ailey Citigroup Theater on March 23, 2022 with director Francesca Harper.

The article informs that dance "Black Joy" went viral on December 2, 2020 when the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater initiated its first-ever virtual season celebrating six decades of a modern dance masterpiece "Revelations." It is noted that the season features various special programs including conversations with people from the arts community and social activists, and artistic director Robert Battle calls the season a tribute to transcendence in trying times.

The article previews the performance of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to be held at the City Center Theatre in New York City from December 1-19, 2021.

The article reports on ballet of choreographer Sidra Bell that premiered on program showcasing artists from dance and fashion at New York City Ballet's Ninth annual Fall 2021 Fashion Gala at Lincoln Center an mentions training of Bell from Dance Theatre of Harlem at early age.

The article offers information on the DanceAfrica 2020 program that will held on May 18, 2020 to celebrating the nation's largest African dance festival and the community.

The article reviews the Dorrance Dance's production of "The Nutcracker" at The Joyce Theatre from December 17, 2019 to January 5, 2020, starring Byron Tittle, the Nicholas Brothers, and Honi Coles.

The article reports that the failure of the New York City government to collect taxes from some of the wealthiest citizens is one major cause of the city's existing fiscal crisis. The City Council, in its preliminary budget for fiscal year 2004, proposed an aggressive effort to collect delinquent tax dollars, calling for an increase in the number of audits and a closer collaboration between the Department of Finance and the district attorney's office.

The article announces the appointment of Francesca Harper as artistic director of the Ailey II dance troupe of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in September 2021.

The article Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine to legendary choreographer, dancer, director, and all-around talent Louis Johnson, who passed away at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. Topics include Saint Ansgar's Chapel of the majestic gothic cathedral that towers the corner of Manhattan's Upper West Side; and artistic wings dancing the lead in the Scott Joplin opera "Treemonisha."

The article discusses donation to historic ballet company Dance Theatre of Harlem (DTH) from author and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott and educator and philanthropist Dan Jewett. Topics discussed include focus to ensure DTH's legacy of artistic excellence, robust training, and community engagement; challenges confronting arts organizations of color; and aim to provide training and performance opportunities for aspiring dancers whose dreams of a career in ballet in America.

The article discusses the DanceAfrica's 44th annual festival, to be held online on May 29, 2021, which will feature Haitian and other African traditional dance performances from dance companies from Haiti and the U.S., such as HaitiDansCo, A Dance Theatre Collective and The Fritzation Experience.