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

More of a Beauty than She Thought

by Leigh Witchel Every ballerina has to get through her first Rose Adagio. Unity Phelan made it through hers, and … More

by Leigh Witchel The All Stravinsky program at New York City Ballet was a varied mix: two Balanchine works, two … More

by Leigh Witchel There’s first rate, and there’s world class. It’s pointless to carp about something being “only” first rate; … More

by Leigh Witchel What’s the traditional present for a 116th birthday? Diamonds, Emeralds, Rubies? Instead of jewels, New York City … More

by Leigh Witchel When you’re uncertain, wear your best outfit. New York City Ballet took that advice. The company has … More

Peter Martins’ “Swan Lake” was first done in Denmark in ‘96, and flew to New York City Ballet in ‘99. … More

by Leigh Witchel New York City Ballet’s second night offered plum roles to the company’s top ballerinas . . . … More