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Bad form in ballet
Maybe it’s their therapists’ fault. The oh-so-sensitive artists run off to therapy to make the case how they feel victimized by the employer, society, or the world. The artist cries, "They’ve done this to…
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NYCB Firebird
Red is her colorHaglund's phone was ringing off the hook at the beginning of the week with calls from Weidman, Michigan. The Incredible Dr. Pol was being a nuisance. "Haglund, can you please get me tickets to…
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NYC Ballet Spring Season Week 2
The Soloists Have Taken Over the Franchise. . . or so it seems. Last week’s second installation of the Masters at Work program was masterful to the fourth power. Brilliant choreography, magnificent selection of music, dazzling dancing, and dynamic…
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Jacques’ Place — Be there on May 5 @ 5:00 p.m.
May 5th is the day. That controversial "corner" of West 64th and Broadway — controversial because some claim the "corner" doesn't exist — will be formally co-named in honor of Jacques d'Amboise. The festivities…
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NYCB 4/21 Breakout performances
Several thrilling debuts hit the stage on Thursday night at New York City Ballet. Although this was the same program as opening night, it felt more celebratory, if not victorious. Even the audience was…
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NYC Ballet Spring Season blooms
New York City Ballet’s spring season couldn’t come soon enough. The ruby jewels of Damrosch Park are in pre-burst — a few seem more ready than others to get their show going. We just…