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The Radio City Rockettes Announce Search For Artistic Director
by Stephi Wild - Jul 25, 2019

The Radio City Rockettes are conducting the first-ever search for an official artistic director who will be tasked specifically with establishing the current and future artistic vision of the dance company to ensure the highest level of excellence in all programs and performances. In this newly created position, the artistic director will protect and honor the deep legacy of the Rockettes while broadening the company's precision dance repertoire and its global exposure.

Trans-Atlantic Simulcast of 'THE TILLER GIRLS' Postponed Due to Technical Difficulties
by BWW News Desk - Mar 11, 2016

Due to technical difficulties, a problem with the Trans-Atlantic feed between Lang Hall in New York City and the Drury Lane Theater in the West End, The Ziegfeld Society's THE TILLER GIRLS, which was scheduled for Saturday, March 12th, has been postponed.

THE TILLER GIRLS OF LONDON Gets Trans-Atlantic Simulcast This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Mar 8, 2016

The Ziegfeld Society of New York City will present their first Trans-Atlantic event, THE TILLER GIRLS OF LONDON, simulcast live between The Drury Lane Theater in London's West End and the stage of Lang Concert Hall in New York City, on Saturday, March 12th.

Carol Lawrence to Guest Star in Ziegfeld Society's A SALUTE TO ROCKETTE HISTORY II, Today
by BWW News Desk - Mar 15, 2014

The Ziegfeld Society will present A SALUTE TO ROCKETTE HISTORY II today, March 15th, an original musical revue which tells the history of the precision dance line founded in 1925 by choreographer Russell Markert, inspired by The Tiller Girls in THE ZIEFELD FOLLIES OF 1922, and their evolution from their early beginnings as The Missouri Rockets to the Roxyettes to the now legendary Rockettes. The production will have musical direction by Mark York (musical director of Jim Dale's upcoming Roundabout production JUST JIM DALE), written. directed and choreographed by former Rockettes Mary Six Rupert and Karyn Tomczak.

Carol Lawrence to Guest Star in Ziegfeld Society's A SALUTE TO ROCKETTE HISTORY II, 3/15
by BWW News Desk - Mar 5, 2014

The Ziegfeld Society will present A SALUTE TO ROCKETTE HISTORY II on Saturday, March 15th, an original musical revue which tells the history of the precision dance line founded in 1925 by choreographer Russell Markert, inspired by The Tiller Girls in THE ZIEFELD FOLLIES OF 1922, and their evolution from their early beginnings as The Missouri Rockets to the Roxyettes to the now legendary Rockettes. The production will have musical direction by Mark York (musical director of Jim Dale's upcoming Roundabout production JUST JIM DALE), written. directed and choreographed by former Rockettes Mary Six Rupert and Karyn Tomczak.

Dancers Over 40 TAP! The Tapping Continues - Honoring the Rockettes and the June Taylor Dancers
by Mary Callahan - Mar 8, 2013

Dancers Over 40 is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that celebrates the lives and legacies of dancers and choreographers. 'DO40 was created as a not-for-profit organization to provide a community of support in response to the fiscal - as well as physical - needs of mature dancers, choreographers and related artists. Its goals are to seek educational opportunities, present seminars, showcases, film nights, socials and panel discussions on topics important to mature dancers concerned about their ability to live and work in a creative environment and continue the legacy to those dancers about to begin their journey.' On March 4th DO40 hosted 'TAP! The Tapping Continues' at New York City's St. Luke's Theatre. The evening honored the toe-tapping legacies: the Radio City Rockettes and June Taylor Dancers.

RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR Closes in Boston 12/29
by BWW News Desk - Dec 29, 2010

The World Famous Radio City Rockettes will star in the Radio City Christmas Spectacular as the beloved holiday production returns to Citi Performing Arts Center Wang TheatreSM. By popular demand, the theatrical classic is making a return engagement for this year's 2010 holiday season after a four-year absence.

RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR Returns to Boston this Holiday Season, 12/3
by BWW News Desk - Dec 3, 2010

The World Famous Radio City Rockettes will star in the Radio City Christmas Spectacular as the beloved holiday production returns to Citi Performing Arts Center Wang TheatreSM. By popular demand, the theatrical classic is making a return engagement for this year's 2010 holiday season after a four-year absence.

Radio City Christmas Spectacular Kicks Off PPAC's 33rd Season 11/12-28
by BWW News Desk - Nov 28, 2010

The 2010 edition of the RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR, starring the Radio City Rockettes, will kick off the Providence Performing Arts Center's 33rd Broadway Season and the 2010/2011 Broadway Series from November 12 to November 28, 2010 for 34 dazzling performances.

Providence Performing Arts Ceter Welcomes the Rockettes, 11/12-28
by BWW News Desk - Nov 12, 2010

The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC), the World-Famous Radio City Rockettes, and U.S. Senator Jack Reed are teaming up to salute Rhode Island's service men and women and kick-off the holiday season with a special private dress rehearsal for Rhode Island Military and their families. J.L. 'Lynn' Singleton, President of PPAC and Don Simpson, executive vice president, productions, of Madison Square Garden Entertainment today announced that there will be a special private dress rehearsal of the Radio City Christmas Spectacular starring the Rockettes on Thursday, November 11th at 7:30PM.

Providence Performing Arts Ceter Welcomes the Rockettes, 11/12-28
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 19, 2010

The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC), the World-Famous Radio City Rockettes, and U.S. Senator Jack Reed are teaming up to salute Rhode Island's service men and women and kick-off the holiday season with a special private dress rehearsal for Rhode Island Military and their families. J.L. 'Lynn' Singleton, President of PPAC and Don Simpson, executive vice president, productions, of Madison Square Garden Entertainment today announced that there will be a special private dress rehearsal of the Radio City Christmas Spectacular starring the Rockettes on Thursday, November 11th at 7:30PM.

RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR Tickets to go on Sale 6/13
by BWW News Desk - Jun 12, 2010

For the first time ever, the Radio City Christmas Spectacular® starring The Rockettes® will perform in Rhode Island at the Providence Performing Arts Center for 34 performances, November 12 - 28, 2010.

RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR Tickets to go on Sale 6/13
by Jonathan Nisman - Jun 1, 2010

For the first time ever, the Radio City Christmas Spectacular® starring The Rockettes® will perform in Rhode Island at the Providence Performing Arts Center for 34 performances, November 12 - 28, 2010.

RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR Returns to Boston this Holiday Season, 12/3
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 6, 2010

The World Famous Radio City Rockettes will star in the Radio City Christmas Spectacular as the beloved holiday production returns to Citi Performing Arts Center Wang TheatreSM. By popular demand, the theatrical classic is making a return engagement for this year's 2010 holiday season after a four-year absence.

Radio City Christmas Spectacular Kicks Off PPAC's 33rd Season 11/12-28
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 30, 2010

The 2010 edition of the RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR, starring the Radio City Rockettes, will kick off the Providence Performing Arts Center's 33rd Broadway Season and the 2010/2011 Broadway Series from November 12 to November 28, 2010 for 34 dazzling performances.

The Radio City Rockettes Return To the Stage At The Fox Theatre 11/19-12/6
by BWW News Desk - Dec 6, 2009

For more than three quarters of a century, the Radio City Rockettes, the world's most famous precision dance troupe, have been a legendary force in entertainment with a rich history of skill and dedication to their craft.

The Radio City Rockettes Return To the Stage At The Fox Theatre 11/19-12/6
by BWW News Desk - Nov 19, 2009

For more than three quarters of a century, the Radio City Rockettes, the world's most famous precision dance troupe, have been a legendary force in entertainment with a rich history of skill and dedication to their craft.

The Radio City Rockettes Return To the Stage At The Fox Theatre 11/19-12/6
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 9, 2009

For more than three quarters of a century, the Radio City Rockettes, the world's most famous precision dance troupe, have been a legendary force in entertainment with a rich history of skill and dedication to their craft.

Tickets For RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR At The Bendum Center Go On Sale Monday 9/28
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2009

The World Famous Radio City Rockettes will star in The Radio City Christmas Spectacular as the beloved holiday production returns to the Benedum Center in Pittsburgh, Penn.

Tickets For RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR At The Bendum Center Go On Sale Monday 9/28
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 23, 2009

The World Famous Radio City Rockettes will star in The Radio City Christmas Spectacular as the beloved holiday production returns to the Benedum Center in Pittsburgh, Penn.