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George Balanchine

Date of Death: April 30, 1983 (79)

Birth Place: RUSSIA

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Kaatsbaan Cultural Park to Present American Ballet Theatre Studio Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2025

Experience the next generation of ballet stars with American Ballet Theatre Studio Company at Kaatsbaan Cultural Park's intimate Black Box Theater. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Connecticut Ballet To Present INSPIRING WOMEN Program Of Work By Female Choreographers
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2025

Connecticut Ballet's Spring 2025 season will celebrate female ballet choreographers with INSPIRING WOMEN, a program of works exclusively commissioned by the company during its 44-year history.
'ABT Studio Company: Spring Moves' to Return to NYU Skirball in May
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2025

ABT Studio Company: Spring Moves is returning to NYU Skirball for two performances on Friday, May 16 and Saturday, May 17 at 7:30 P.M. The two-night engagement will feature a World Premiere by ABT dancer Brady Farrar and more.
The Hanover Theatre Reveals Inaugural Dance Subscription Series For 2025-2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2025

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts has announced its first ever subscription series for dance in the 2025-2026 season. Featuring Parsons Dance, Complexions Contemporary Ballet, Cirque Kalabanté, and more.
CHICAGO, MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL and More Set for Popejoy Hall '25-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2025

Popejoy Hall proudly has revealed its 2025-2026 Popejoy Presents season, offering a selection of theatrical, musical, and dance performances for New Mexico audiences. See the lineup and learn more!
New York City Ballet 2025 Spring Season to Feature Kyle Abraham, Balanchine and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2025

New York City Ballet’s 2025 Spring Season will open on Tuesday, April 22 and continue for six weeks of performances, through Sunday, June 1 at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center. See full programming here!
The Royal Ballet and Opera Reveals 2025/26 Season With Justin Peck and More
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2025

The Royal Ballet and Opera launches its 2025/26 Season, unveiling an unforgettable programme of new commissions, world premieres and much-loved revivals alongside the first annual festival connecting the worlds of opera and technology. 
Boston Ballet Reveals 2025�"2026 Season Featuring Premieres and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2025

Boston Ballet has revealed programming for the 2025–2026 season, featuring an ambitious slate of spectacular dance, including a world premiere, three Boston Ballet premieres, and the return of beloved and relevant ballets. Learn more!
World Premiere Ballets by Justin Peck and More Set for New York City Ballet’s 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2025

New York City Ballet has revealed its 2025-26 season featuring world premiere ballets by Justin Peck and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Interview: Theatre Life with Megan Fairchild
by Elliot Lanes - Mar 28, 2025

Today’s subject Megan Fairchild has been dancing with New York City Ballet (NYCB) since 2001. She started as an apprentice before joining the company as a member of the corps de ballet. In 2005 she became a principal dancer. NYCB is performing Coppélia week at Kennedy Center in the Opera House and this evening, if you choose to attend as you should, You will see Megan Fairchild perform in the role of Swanilda. If you are unable to attend this evening, the ballet plays through March 30th.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Will Host Spring Mix: 5 For 55 in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2025

In honor of Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's 55th anniversary, PBT artists will perform five classical and contemporary works in Spring Mix: 5 for 55. Learn more about the program here!
Review: NEW YORK CITY BALLET'S COPPÉLIA at Kennedy Center Opera House
by Emily Berger - Mar 28, 2025

What did our critic think of NEW YORK CITY BALLET'S COPPÉLIA at Kennedy Center Opera House?
American Ballet Theatre To Host 2025 Spring Gala In May
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2025

American Ballet Theatre will celebrate its 85th anniversary at the 2025 Spring Gala on Wednesday, May 28, at Cipriani South Street in New York City. This special evening will honor Susan and Leonard Feinstein for their extraordinary support of ABT over more than two decades, championing education, the creation of new works, and the strength and sustainability of the Company.
Chita Rivera's New York House Put on the Market
by Michael Major - Mar 25, 2025

The late Chita Rivera's house in Blauvelt, NY has been put on the market. In a new real estate listing, the property was 'lovingly maintained' by the Tony-winning Broadway legend.
American Repertory Ballet | Princeton Ballet School Announces Its DANCING THROUGH LIFE Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2025

American Repertory Ballet (ARB) | Princeton Ballet School (PBS) will present its 2025 Dancing Through Life Gala on Friday, April 11, 2025 at McCarter Theatre Center in Princeton.
Kansas City Ballet Announces 2025-2026 Season & Subscriptions On Sale Now
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 14, 2025

Kansas City Ballet Artistic Director Devon Carney has announced the company’s 2025-2026 season, which opens with Swan Lake, continues with Stars and Stripes, a collection of three short dance works celebrating our country’s 250th anniversary, and concludes with Septime Webre’s The Great Gatsby. 
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Celebrates Emerald Anniversary With SPRING MIX: 5 FOR 55 Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025

As a retrospective of its 55-year history, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre (PBT) will perform five  classical and contemporary works in Spring Mix: 5 for 55. Learn more here!
Meet the Cast of SMASH, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2025

The musical Smash, inspired by the hit NBC television series, will begin previews tonight, Tuesday, March 11, 2025, and officially open Thursday, April 10, 2025 at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre. Meet the cast here!
Royal Ballet and Opera Will Host Three International Companies in a Showcase of the Best of Contemporary Dance
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2025

This spring, The Royal Ballet presents a mixed programme of works by one of the most influential American choreographers of all time, George Balanchine. Learn more here!
Royal Ballet and Opera Will Host Three International Companies in a Showcase of the Best of Contemporary Dance
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2025

This Spring, the Royal Ballet and Opera, alongside Sadler's Wells, Tate Modern and Southbank Centre, will present Dance Reflections by Van Cleef & Arpels. Learn more here!

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