by Leigh Witchel Yes, ballet spends too much time worshiping youth. There’s beauty in every flower from the bud to … More
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Double Vision
by Leigh Witchel Through much of its history, New York City Ballet has had pairs of dancers who came to … More
In the Lead
by Leigh Witchel One of New York City Ballet’s newest soloists was groomed towards one of the most stylish roles … More
Familiarity
by Leigh Witchel As the new season begins at New York City Ballet, Balanchine-Robbins triple bill is a known quantity. … More
When the Rebels Inherit the Throne
by Leigh Witchel Instead of toppling the walls of the temple, what if Samson decided to hold a fundraiser instead? … More
Repetition, Change and Toast
by Leigh Witchel As the season went on, another group of dancers got a shot at the Tanowitz/Wheeldon/Forsythe/Abraham program at … More
The Ratmansky Effect
by Leigh Witchel New York City Ballet fielded several debuts in a quadruple bill by an eclectic group of contemporary … More
Night of the Introverts
by Leigh Witchel The temperature dropped a few degrees when the alternate cast took the stage at New York City … More
Creating a Character
by Leigh Witchel The third All-Balanchine program at New York City Ballet featured dances with some of the most on-brand … More
A Middle Ground Late in the Season
by Leigh Witchel Winding down the fall season, New York City Ballet put two Balanchine masterworks next to one … More