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Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Unveils 2025 Kaatsbaan Ballet Intensive Guest Artists And Auditions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 4, 2025

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park has revealed auditions and Guest Artists for the Kaatsbaan Ballet Intensive, from June 23 - August 16, 2025. Learn how audition.

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Will Host Kaatsbaan Ballet Intensive
by Stephi Wild - Nov 8, 2024

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park announced the Kaatsbaan Ballet Intensive for June 23 - August 16, 2025, offering training with international dance artists and led by Artistic Director Paloma Herrera.

FROM THE HORSE'S MOUTH Celebrates 25 Years This Monday April 22
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 19, 2024

Celebrate 25 years of FROM THE HORSE'S MOUTH this Monday, April 22, hosted by Jerome Robbins Dance Division NYPL.

FROM THE HORSE'S MOUTH Celebrates 25 Years This Month At New York Public Library
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2024

From The Horse's Mouth, the multi-disciplinary dance/theater production acknowledged for its meaningful storytelling and exceptional dancing, will be celebrated for its 25th year showcasing the 'Heart and History of Dance.'

AGELESS DANCERS Book Launch and Signing Announced At Jason McCoy Gallery In April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2024

Join the book launch and signing event for AGELESS DANCERS, a collection of photographs by Betti Franceschi, celebrating the timeless beauty of dance.

FROM THE HORSE'S MOUTH To Celebrate 25 Years On April 22
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2024

From The Horse's Mouth, the multi-disciplinary dance/theater production acknowledged for its meaningful storytelling and exceptional dancing, will be celebrated for its 25th year showcasing the 'Heart and History of Dance.' 

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Announces New Program Kaatsbaan Ballet Intensive Collegiate Week
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2023

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park has announced the Kaatsbaan Ballet Intensive Collegiate Week, from June 24-29, 2024.

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park to Presen Kaatsbaan Ballet Intensive in Summer 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 29, 2023

Train with accomplished international dance artists at the Kaatsbaan Ballet Intensive (KBI) from July 1 - August 24, 2024. Auditions in January and February 2024.

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park to Hold Additional Zoom Audition For Kaatsbaan Ballet Intensive
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2023

Due to increasing demand, Kaatsbaan Cultural Park's summer ballet intensive, KBI, will host an additional audition opportunity!

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Announces Kaatsbaan Ballet Intensive
by Stephi Wild - Dec 7, 2022

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park has announced the Kaatsbaan Ballet Intensive (KBI), from July 3 - August 26, 2023.

SF Ballet to Honor Artistic Director and Principal Choreographer Helgi Tomasson
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2022

In honor of Artistic Director and Principal Choreographer Helgi Tomasson’s retirement after 37 years, SF Ballet, in collaboration with Words on Dance, will host a special New York celebration in his honor on Monday, May 23 at 6pm at Chelsea Factory.

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Announces Auditions For Kaatsbaan Ballet Intensive 2021
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2020

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park has announced auditions for the Kaatsbaan Ballet Intensive 2021 beginning December 3, 2020 - January 10, 2021 via Zoom. Video auditions will also be accepted during this time. Kaatsbaan is looking forward to seeing all of you!

Kaatsbaan Announces New Leadership For 2020
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2019

Kevin McKenzie, Co-founder and Chair of the Board of Trustees, and Sonja Kostich, Executive Director, of Kaatsbaan | cultural park for dance announced today that Stella Abrera will join the organization as its new Artistic Director, effective January 1, 2020. Joining Ms. Kostich at the prominent 30-year-old Hudson Valley dance organization, Ms. Abrera's appointment will expand the portfolio of Kaatsbaan as the second step in its strategic plan. With distinct histories in dance, Ms. Abrera and Ms. Kostich will unite their efforts to champion the development of varied programs and cultural offerings. Partnering and reporting to an influential board of trustees, the Artistic and Executive Directors will spearhead major initiatives to contribute to both the national and international dance communities, as well as the Hudson Valley arts landscape, cultivating relationships with a variety of external stakeholders and community partners.

Five Performances Of FROM THE HORSE'S MOUTH Celebrate The 75th Anniversary Of The Jerome Robbins Dance Division NYPL At Theater At The 14th St. Y
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2019

In celebration of 75 years of the Jerome Robbins Dance Division of the New York Public Library, From the Horse's Mouth will dedicate its next theater/dance performance event to the history of this storied institution and the establishment of its international dance archive. Rare film footage, videos and multimedia will enhance this edition of From the Horse's Mouth and its unique blend of movement and storytelling.

FROM THE HORSE'S MOUTH Celebrates The 75th Anniversary Of The NY Public Library For The Performing Arts Dance Division
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2019

In celebration of 75 years of the Jerome Robbins Dance Division of the New York Public Library, From the Horse's Mouth will dedicate its next theater/dance performance event to the history of this storied institution and the establishment of its international dance archive. Rare film footage, videos and multimedia will enhance this edition of From the Horse's Mouth and its unique blend of movement and storytelling.

Words On Dance Presents Conversations with Andy Blankenbuehler and Edward Villella
by Julie Musbach - Aug 21, 2019

Words On Dance returns to the New York stage with two evenings featuring conversations with luminaries of dance, theater and film. The programs, Oct. 21 and Nov. 11, are presented in association with Symphony Space, the performing arts center at 2537 Broadway at 95th Street.

Theater At The 14th St Y Celebrates Dance Critic Deborah Jowitt
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2019

In celebration of her career as a dance critic, writer, dancer, choreographer and educator, From the Horse's Mouth will dedicate its next theater/dance performance event to Deborah Jowitt, whose lifelong accomplishments exemplify a storied career spanning more than 50 years.

VIDEO: American Ballet Theatre Previews Fall Season Featuring World Premieres by Michelle Dorrance and Jessica Lang
by Alan Henry - Aug 21, 2018

Programming for American Ballet Theatre's 2018 Fall season, October 17-28 at the David H. Koch Theater, was announced today by Artistic Director Kevin McKenzie. The season will feature World Premieres by Michelle Dorrance and Jessica Lang, as well as centennial tribute performances of Jerome Robbins's and Leonard Bernstein's Fancy Free. Check out a video preview of the season below!

FROM THE HORSE'S MOUTH Returns with a Celebration Egyptian Dance in All its Forms
by Julie Musbach - Feb 8, 2018

From the Horse's Mouth, the legacy-based dance/theater project, will begin its 20th anniversary year with "A Footnote in Ballet History," a special program honoring Magda Saleh, Prima Ballerina of Egypt.

Photo Coverage: Inside The Actors Fund's Career Transition For Dancers Jubilee Gala
by Stephen Sorokoff - Nov 2, 2017

The Actors Fund's Career Transition For dancers Jubilee gala was held in the New York Marriot Marquis last night and Broadwayworld was there. It was hosted by Tony & Emmy Award-winning Actress Bebe Neuwirth and honored Dancer Choreographer & Television dance Competion judge Carrie Ann Inaba, Academy & Tony Award-winning Actress Catherine Zeta-Jones and Tony Award nominee and New York City Ballet Principal Dancer Robert Fairchild.