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NYCB – MLB opener
Historically in Major League Ballet, when the New York City Ballet sends an All Balanchine Black & White lineup to the plate, they bat close to 1000. So, it was something of a surprise…
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Ordinary talent
Every generation will not produce geniuses in ballet. Of course, there will always be dancers and choreographers who will be declared the best ever, but that doesn't make them geniuses, especially if the proclaimer…
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observations 9/22
Fall For Dance opens at NY City Center on Wednesday. There is much to look forward to during the ten day festival which this year marks its tenth anniversary. On September 30th and October…
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NYCB Fall Gala – 9/19
NYCB's Galas often serve as trial balloons for new choreography or new collaborations with more commercial than artistic appeal. The events rarely please the core audience but usually raise a lot of money from…
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Joyce Theater
The Metamorphosis – Opening Night 9/17When word gets out how good this Royal Ballet production of The Metamorphosis is, you may not be able to find a jar of molasses or dark Karo Syrup in any deli in Chelsea.…
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observations 9/16
When the Paul Taylor Dance Company celebrates its 60th anniversary with The Diamond Gala on Thursday, March 13, 2014 at Lincoln Center, the program will include Cloven Kingdom, Sunset, Piazzolla Caldera, and an excerpt…