Rennie Harris

New Victory Theater to Present Rennie Harris' NUTTIN' BUT A WORD This February

New Victory Arts Award recipient Rennie Harris will return to the New Victory for a record seventh time with Nuttin’ but a Word, an electric dance piece that honors hip-hop’s roots while raising the bar to new heights. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Hermitage To Present Two Greenfield Prize Commission Premieres At The Ringling

The Ringling Museum of Art will host the first public showings of the original commissions resulting from the 2023 Hermitage Greenfield Prize (HGP).

Camille A. Brown & Dancers Returns To The Joyce Theater in I AM

 The Joyce Theater Foundation will welcome the return of prolific director and choreographer Camille A. Brown with the New York premiere of I AM. Learn more here!

Joffrey Ballet Reveals Winners Of 15th Annual Winning Works

The Joffrey Ballet announced the winners of its 15th annual Winning Works competition, with new performances set to premiere from March 14-23, 2025, showcasing innovative choreography. Learn more!

Judith Jamison, Alvin Ailey Dancer and Artistic Director, Passes Away at 81

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that legendary Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater dancer Judith Jamison, who later became Artistic Director of the company, passed away on Saturday, November 9, at the age of 81, after a brief illness

Review: DAYTON CONTEMPORARY DANCE COMPANY at The Joyce Theater

There is excitement and impressiveness in witnessing a group of dancers execute multiple genres of dance in one evening. In the heart of Chelsea, the dancers of Dayton Contemporary Dance Company share what is vital to the dance industry nowadays: versatility. As part of its 56th season, the company’s run at the Joyce Theater is a triple bill performance highlighting the works of Ray Mercer, Rennie Harris, and Paul Taylor.

Penn Live Arts Opens Season With PILOBOLUS

Penn Live Arts will open its 20/25 season September 27 (8 PM) and 28 (2 PM and 8 PM) at the Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts with the gravity-defying choreography of Pilobolus. 

Hobby Center Launches New Residency Initiative To Uplift Local Artists' Work

After piloting the program in the 2023-24 Season with ISHIDA Dance Company and Urban Souls Dance Company, The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts' is launching its new artist residency.

Tom Kitt & More Join Hermitage Artist Retreat Fall Lineup

The Hermitage Artist Retreat revealed its fall lineup featuring renowned artists, including Pulitzer Prize, Tony Award, Emmy Award, and Grammy Award winners. Learn more and see how to attend.

Twenty New Dance Projects Awarded Grants From NEFA's National Dance Project

The New England Foundation for the Arts (NEFA) awarded $2,000,000 through the National Dance Project (NDP) to support the creation of 20 new dance projects that will be shared across the United States. In addition, NDP has awarded $200,000 in Finalist Awards to 20 new dance projects.

The Joyce Theater Will Host the Return of Dayton Contemporary Dance Company

 The Joyce Theater Foundation will welcome the return of Dayton Contemporary Dance Company. Along with two works from in-demand Black choreographers, DCDC becomes the first African American company to add master choreographer Paul Taylor's Esplanade to its repertoire, with performances at The Joyce Theater from October 1-6. 

Nikki Renee Daniels and Charles Esten To Lead THE MUSIC MAN At Pittsburgh CLO

Pittsburgh CLO has announced the full cast and creative team for THE MUSIC MAN, running July 9-14, 2024 at the Benedum Center.

Chicago Dance Health Fund Announces DANCE FOR LIFE 2024 Program

Dance for Life returns to the Auditorium Theatre on August 10, featuring ten works by Chicago dance companies and artists. The event supports the Chicago Dance Health Fund.

Two World Premieres & More Set for New Victory Theater 2024-25 Season

 The New Victory Theater has announced their 2024-25 season, including  two world premieres, and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Inside the New 42 Gala Honoring Tom Harris and Rennie Harris

Just last night, New 42 presented  their annual gala at the Plaza Hotel, titled Celebrating Times Square: Every Corner Tells a Story and recognizing the vital role that exposure to the performing arts for young people plays in the cultural and economic vibrancy of Times Square and New York City. Check out photos from inside the event here.

ART WIRE Event Set For Next Month

Contemporary arts center OZ Arts Nashville announced it will present a special reading from fellows in the Art Wire program, a unique, cross-disciplinary collaboration with prominent literary nonprofit The Porch.

New 42 To Host Annual Gala - CELEBRATING TIMES SQUARE: EVERY CORNER TELLS A STORY

xNew 42 will present the return of their annual gala at the Plaza Hotel, which will be taking place on Monday, June 3 at 6PM.

The Joyce Theater Unveils Fall '24/Winter '25 Season Of Dance

Discover the exciting Fall '24/Winter '25 season at The Joyce Theater. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.

Penn Live Arts Unveils 24/25 Season Featuring World, US & Philadelphia Premieres

Discover the exciting 24/25 season of PENN LIVE ARTS, featuring world, U.S., and Philadelphia premieres. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: MAX ROACH 100 at The Joyce Theater for Extraordinary Music and Dance  

Weekend plans?  We have a suggestion that our readers will thoroughly enjoy.  Max Roach 100, a centennial celebration of the gifted artist, is being performed at The Joyce Theater through Sunday, 4/7.