Ballet news

Ballet Hispánico in Great Barrington, Sarasota and New York: A Half-Century Celebration of Hispanic Heritage and Dance

For over fifty years, Ballet Hispánico has created a space where the overlooked, ignored, and unfamiliar are given prominence. This esteemed dance company is set to perform at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center on Saturday, March 2, with shows at…

The Washington School of Ballet Announces Winter Showcase

A Weekend of Ballet Brilliance: The Washington School of Ballet (TWSB) is thrilled to announce its Professional Training Division Winter Showcase, set to take place on Friday, March 1st, and Saturday, March 2nd. This eagerly anticipated event promises to be…

Reims Opera Celebrates “The Four Seasons” with Ballet Performances on March 16 and 17

The Reims Opera is gearing up for a unique celebration of Vivaldi’s timeless classic, “The Four Seasons,” reimagined through the art of ballet. Choreographer Thierry Malandain will be presenting his ballet “The Seasons” on Saturday, March 16th at 8:00 PM,…

3D Printing: A Step Forward in Easing Ballet Dancers’ Foot Pain

Ballet is synonymous with grace and beauty, epitomized by the dancer’s pointe shoes. These seemingly delicate slippers are central to ballet’s allure, suggesting ease and gracefulness while masking the strenuous rigor required by this art form. Beneath the idyllic image…

Dorothée Gilbert: A Star in Japan

Until February 18, the Paris Opera Ballet graced Japan with its presence, marking the company’s first-ever performance of “Manon” by Kenneth MacMillan, featuring star dancer Dorothée Gilbert in the lead role. This visit reflects the profound admiration Japanese audiences hold…

The Bravissimo Dance Competition Returns

The much-anticipated Bravissimo Dance Competition is making its return for a second year in Drummondville, from March 8 to March 10. Over the course of three days, 57 dance schools will showcase 380 choreographies performed by 2,263 dancers on the…