Peggy Lyman

Martha Graham Dance Company Announces 2021�"22 Studio Series

This season, the Company is offering studio tickets for live, in-person rehearsals and performances, with socially distanced seating and all recommended safety measures in place. In-person tickets are limited. Those unable to attend in-person can purchase tickets to livestreams with the option to watch for up to seven days after each event.

RDT Welcomes Kareem Lewis For 2020-2021 Season

Amidst cancelation of shows for the remainder of the 2020 season, Repertory Dance Theatre has introduced the newest member that will join the troupe for the 2020-2021 season. Repertory Dance Theatre, the nation's premiere modern dance repertory company will begin its 55th season on July 1. The Company welcomes Kareem Lewis after the departure of senior male, Tyler Orcutt.

Photo Flash: Inside RIOULT Dance NY's 2019 Spring Gala

RIOULT Dance NY's 2019 Spring Gala and Live Auction held on Wednesday, March 20, raised over $200,000 to benefit the creation of new Company works, a performance space and community arts programs.

Martha Graham Dance Company Announces 2019 Season Gala

The Martha Graham Dance Company will host its annual gala on Tuesday, April 9, 2019. This special gala evening will honor Barbara Cohen, a Trustee of the Martha Graham Center, for her generosity and service to the company. Proceeds from the gala support the creation of new works and preservation of Martha Graham masterpieces. The event is the nonprofit organization's largest annual fundraiser. 

Hartt Dance Founder Enid Lynn Receives Fuller Medal

he Hartt School Board of Trustees Co-Chair Michael Menapace, Hartt Dance Division Director Stephen Pier, and Hartt School Interim Dean T. Clark Saunders, awarded the Fuller Medal to Enid Lynn, founder of the Hartt Dance Division and co-founder of the Hartford Ballet. The Fuller Medal, the highest award conveyed by The Hartt School, is awarded to those who have shown exemplary vision and leadership within the performing arts. Lynn was presented with the award prior to the Friday evening 'Hartt Dances' performance before a near sold-out crowd, in recognition of her invaluable contributions to dance education in Hartford.

Martha Graham Dance Company Celebrates 90th Anniversary

On Monday, April 18, the Martha Graham Dance Company celebrated its 90th anniversary with a special Gala performance at New York City Center followed by dinner and dancing for 250 guests at a private venue in Manhattan.

BWW Interviews: Stephen Pier - Heart to Hartt

Stephen Pier has achieved a uniquely rich and varied career as a dancer, teacher, and choreographer. His credits as a performer include many years with the Jose Limon Dance Company where the New York press hailed him as '...one of the most gifted dancers on the modern dance scene today.' He went on to become a leading soloist with the Hamburg Ballet in Germany, performing the title roles in John Neumeier's Othello and Saint Matthew's Passion, and creating numerous other major roles during his nine years with the company. As a member of the Royal Danish Ballet for six years, Mr. Pier had the privilege of dancing leading roles in works of Bournonville, Balanchine, MacMillan, Bejart, and collaborating with many of Europe's finest contemporary choreographers.

Martha Graham Dance Company Hosts Annual Gala at The Joyce Theater Tonight

Martha Graham Dance Company will host its annual gala honoring Judith G. Schlosser, Chairman of the Board, and Herbert S. Schlosser. With choreography by Martha Graham and Richard Move, the evening will feature musical guest Deborah Harry with an introduction by Patricia Field.

Martha Graham Dance Company to Host Annual Gala at The Joyce Theater, 2/21

Martha Graham Dance Company will host its annual gala honoring Judith G. Schlosser, Chairman of the Board, and Herbert S. Schlosser. With choreography by Martha Graham and Richard Move, the evening will feature musical guest Deborah Harry with an introduction by Patricia Field.

The Hartt School to Perform at the Joyce Theater, 3/14

The Martha Graham Dance Company has invited The Hartt School, along with just six other collegiate dance programs, to perform at the Joyce Theater in New York as part of the Company's 86thAnniversary season.

Eran Bugge Announced as Winner of 2012 Hartt Alumni Award

The Hartt School of the University of Hartford in Connecticut has announced that Eran Bugge of the Paul Taylor Dance Company will be the recipient of the 2012 Hartt Alumni Award. The Award will be conferred on Ms. Bugge, who received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from The Hartt School in 2005, during Commencement ceremonies on Sunday, May 20, 2012.

The Hartt School to Perform at the Joyce Theater, 3/14

The Martha Graham Dance Company has invited The Hartt School, along with just six other collegiate dance programs, to perform at the Joyce Theater in New York as part of the Company's 86thAnniversary season.

The Hartt School Presents Hartt Dances 11/18-20

The Hartt School Dance Division presents Hartt Dances on Friday, November 18, at 7:30 PM; and Saturday, November 19, at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM; Sunday, November 20 at 2:00 PM at Lincoln Theater on the University of Hartford's West Hartford campus.

The Hartt School Presents Hartt Dances 11/18-20

The Hartt School Dance Division presents Hartt Dances on Friday, November 18, at 7:30 PM; and Saturday, November 19, at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM; Sunday, November 20 at 2:00 PM at Lincoln Theater on the University of Hartford's West Hartford campus.

Hartt School Announces 2011-12 Dance Season

The Hartt School announces its 2011-2012 Dance Division season performance schedule. Admission to each performance is $20 with discounts for seniors, students, and groups.

Upcoming Events Announced For The Hartt School In November 2011

The Hartt School presents a Double Bass Master Class and Guest Artist Recital with Diana Gannett The Hartt School presents a Double Mass Master Class and Guest Artist Recital with Diana Gannett on Friday, November 4, in Berkman Recital Hall.