by Leigh Witchel Kevin McKenzie welcomed us back to American Ballet Theatre for the first time in two years with … More
Month: October 2021
Honesty
by Leigh Witchel How do you make an honest dance? Have something to say. It doesn’t have to be a … More
A Long, Leggy Goodbye
by Leigh Witchel Maria Kowroski had a tenure with New York City Ballet as long as her legs. She said … More
Popular 2: This time, it’s personal . . .
by Leigh Witchel If you’re taking the time to read this review, most likely you care enough about dance to … More
First Rate and Beyond
by Leigh Witchel There’s first rate, and there’s world class. It’s pointless to carp about something being “only” first rate; … More
Popular
by Leigh Witchel The opening night of Fall For Dance was a celebration. It was the 18th season, and a … More
Swing Shift
by Leigh Witchel If you like your dancing free-spirited, this is your show. “SW!NG OUT” is in two unequal parts; … More
A Closer Look
by Leigh Witchel Business as usual at New York City Ballet happened fast. The company went headlong into the seven-performances-a-week … More
Guests in the House
by Leigh Witchel If you’re lucky enough to get a commission to make a work for New York City Ballet, … More
Homecoming
by Leigh Witchel The return to the theater has been emotional for everyone. The disembodied voice that announced “Welcome to … More