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Date of Death: April 30, 1983 (79)

Birth Place: RUSSIA

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The Loukoumi Foundation Will Host Benefit at Bond 45 Honoring Chita Rivera
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2023


The Loukoumi Foundation will honor Chita Rivera at a benefit event at Bond 45, in which she will accept the foundation's first Make a Difference ICON Award.

Westside Ballet of Santa Monica Celebrates 50th Anniversary of THE NUTCRACKER
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2023


Westside Ballet of Santa Monica presents its 50th-anniversary celebration of 'The Nutcracker,' Southern California's longest-running rendition beginning Thanksgiving weekend for eight public performances at The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage in Santa Monica.

New York City Ballet Opens Season With George Balanchine's THE NUTCRACKER
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2023


New York City Ballet will open its annual season of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® on Friday, November 24 at 8 p.m. at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, as the Company continues its 75th Anniversary Season.

The Hobby Center to Present World Premiere of KEEPSAKE By ISHIDA Dance Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 8, 2023


The Hobby Center will present the world premiere of 'keepsake' by ISHIDA Dance Company.

Colorado Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER to Return for the 2023 Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2023


Colorado Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker will return to the Ellie Caulkins Opera House this holiday season with 28 in-person performances.

The Joyce to Present DANCING WITH GLASS: THE PIANO ETUDES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 2, 2023


The Joyce presents 'Dancing with Glass: The Piano Etudes' featuring Lucinda Childs, Justin Peck, Chanon Judston, Leonardo Sandova, and more.

Joffrey Ballet Concert Group Reveals New Choreographers for Creative Movers Choreographic Initiative
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 2, 2023


The Joffrey Concert Group announces the selected choreographers for the Creative Movers Choreographic Initiative: Vernard Gilmore and Eryn Renee Young.

Feature: CARMINA BURANA RETURNS TO THE SMITH CENTER FOR NEVADA BALLET THEATRE SEASON OPENER
by Debbie Hall - Nov 6, 2023


Nevada Ballet Theatre will present its 2023/24 season opener with the return of Nicolo Fonte’s rendition of Carmina Burana performing at the Smith Center for the Performing Arts Nov. 3-5.

Yoshiko Kamikusa and Luis Ocaranza Will Appear as Guest Artists in the Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2023


YOSHIKO KAMIKUSA, principal dancer of the Indianapolis Ballet, and LUIS OCARANZA of Ballet RI, will appear as guest artists in the Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet's production of The Nutcracker on December 9 and 10, 2023 at the Riverview Theatre in Shreveport, Louisiana.

See Johnny Mathis, David Sedaris & More at The Smith Center in November and December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2023


Upcoming shows at The Smith Center from November 1 to December 31, 2023. Get tickets now for a variety of performances including music, ballet, and comedy. Don't miss out on the high-quality entertainment!

CHITA: A MEMOIR Wins 'Best Autobiography - English' at 2023 International Latino Book Awards
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 31, 2023


CHITA: A MEMOIR wins Gold Medal for Best Autobiography-English at the 2023 International Latino Book Awards.

Chicago Shakespeare Theater Announces Tickets On Sale Now For ILLINOISE
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2023


Tickets for ILLINOISE are now on sale. Don't miss this genre-bursting theatrical event from January 28 to February 18.

GREAT PERFORMANCES: NEW YORK CITY BALLET IN MADRID to Premiere on PBS This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2023


As part of New York City Ballet’s 75th Anniversary Season, PBS will stream and broadcast the US premiere of “Great Performances: New York City Ballet in Madrid” on Friday, October 27 at 9pm.

Collage Dance Collective to Perform World Premiere of Durante Verzola's LUMINESCENT at Proctors Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2023


Collage Dance is performing at Proctors Theater in Schenectady, NY on Friday, November 3, 2023 at 8:00pm.

Cast Set for World Premiere of SUGAR HILL: THE ELLINGTON/STRAYHORN NUTCRACKER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2023


The complete cast has been set for the world premiere of Sugar Hill: The Ellington/Strayhorn Nutcracker. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

NYCBallet Reveals Two Promotions
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2023


New York City Ballet announced that two of the Company’s corps de ballet members – Gilbert Bolden III and Davide Riccardo -- have been promoted to the rank of Soloist. Learn more about the soloists here!

Cast Set for BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB World Premiere at Atlantic Theater Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 12, 2023


Get ready for the world premiere of BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB at Atlantic Theater Company. Find out when the show is running and how to secure your tickets for this must-see event.

Collage Dance Collective to Host 13th Annual Jazz Gala Fundraiser
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2023


Join the Collage Dance Conservatory for their 13th Annual Jazz Gala Fundraiser on October 29. Enjoy a fall brunch with performances by Collage Dance Collective and students, as well as acclaimed jazz artists. Support youth arts education and the expansion of the Conservatory's programs.

2024 Tony Awards Find a Date and New Home at Lincoln Center
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 4, 2023


The 77th Annual Tony Awards will broadcast live from The David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York City in June 2024. We have all the info on nominations, cut-off dates and more!

New York City Ballet Orchestra Musicians to Hold Rally at New York City Ballet's Fall Fashion Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2023


: The musicians of the New York City Ballet Orchestra are organizing a rally outside of the annual fall fashion gala at Lincoln Center. Find out why they're fighting for a fair contract and what it means for the future of the orchestra. Join them on Thursday, October 5th at 5pm to show your support.

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