William Forsythe

Sang Jijia Named New Artistic Director of CCDC
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2025

Mr Sang Jijia has been appointed as the fifth Artistic Director of City Contemporary Dance Company. He commenced his term officially on 1 January 2025. Learn more here!

BALLET COFFRET Comes to New National Theatre Tokyo
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025

In spring of 2025, the National Ballet of Japan will present a triple bill of 20th-century masterpieces for audiences to enjoy. Learn more about the production here!

Exploring Theater Events: Musicals, Plays, Operas, and More
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 4, 2025

Discover the rich tapestry of theatrical performances, from classic plays and musicals to operas and ballets, as we delve into the evolution and variety of theater events that captivate audiences worldwide.

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park to Present NEW WORK PREVIEW: Gibney Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park will present a NEW WORK PREVIEW from Gibney Company in Tivoli, NY. Learn more and see how to attend the preview performance here!

Over Half a Million Pounds Raised By 'Everybody Dance' Fundraiser at Sadler's Wells East
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2025

The biggest names in art and entertainment gathered at Sadler's Wells East for the EVERYBODY DANCE fundraiser, raising over half a million pounds net that allows the hub to platform UK talent and celebrate international perspectives.

Sang Jijia Named New Artistic Director of CCDC
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025

The Board of Directors of City Contemporary Dance Company has announced the appointment of Mr Sang Jijia as the fifth Artistic Director. He commenced his term officially on 1 January 2025.

Oakland Ballet DANCING MOONS FESTIVAL Returns This Spring
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2025

Oakland Ballet Company has announced the program for its fourth Dancing Moons Festival, an annual celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander artists.

Celebrate 15th Anniversary Of Joffrey Ballet's Winning Works At The MCA in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2025

​The Grainger Academy of The Joffrey Ballet will celebrate the 15th Anniversary of its choreographic competition, Winning Works, with five world premieres over two weekends in March. Learn more!

Belle Spirale Dance Projects Presents Two World Premieres With UNIVERSUS
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2025

Belle Spirale Dance Projects, in partnership with the Chutzpah! Festival, Vancouver International Dance Festival, and New Works Dance will present UNIVERSUS, a compelling double bill featuring two world premieres from two extraordinary artists at the Vancouver Playhouse.

Boston Ballet To Acquire Brookline Ballet School In 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2025

Boston Ballet School (BBS) will acquire local dance studio Brookline Ballet School, adding to its reach throughout the Eastern Massachusetts region. The purchase process is set to conclude in early 2025, with a goal of opening programming at the new location in July.

Sang Jijia Named New Artistic Director of CCDC
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2024

The Board of Directors of City Contemporary Dance Company has announced the appointment of Mr Sang Jijia as the fifth Artistic Director. Learn more about him here!

Joffrey Ballet Reveals Winners Of 15th Annual Winning Works
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2024

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!

​​​​​​​Danse Danse To Present Cloud Gate Dance Theatre Of Taiwan
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2024

Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan has announced a new performance that explores sensory experiences through innovative choreography, offering audiences a captivating journey into the world of dance.

Dance Theatre of Harlem Unveils Programming for 2025 NYC Season Including World Premiere & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2024

Dance Theatre of Harlem has revealed its annual homecoming season and Vision Gala, including a world premiere, company premieres and more. Learn more about the 2025 programming and see how to purchase tickets.

KONTAKTHOF �" ECHOES OF '78 Will Embark on Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 20, 2024

Sadler's Wells, the Pina Bausch Foundation and Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch have announced Kontakthof – Echoes of '78 – a new encounter with Bausch's seminal work, conceived and directed by Meryl Tankard, who was one of the main characters in 1978. Tankard will reunite with other members from the original cast for this unique production, which receives its world premiere at the Opernhaus Wuppertal, Germany in November 2024.

New York Public Library for the Performing Arts Launches Joffrey Ballet Exhibition
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 16, 2024

The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center will soon present a new large-scale exhibition, The Joffrey + Ballet in the U.S. Despite The Joffrey Ballet's size and cultural impact, it has received scant scholarly attention to date. However, in 2017, the Jerome Robbins Dance Division acquired the entire Joffrey archive—the largest acquisition for The New York Public Library in a decade.

Photos: The London Coliseum To Host UK Premiere of LAGZI- DANCE OF SOUL AND LOVE
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 2024

The London Coliseum is to host the UK premiere of Lazgi - Dance of Soul and Love, featuring the National Ballet of Uzbekistan, for one night only on Saturday September 14. See photos from the production!

Vancouver's Ballet BC Returns To Montreal In BOLERO X
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2024

Ballet BC has announced its latest production, BOLERO X, a celebration of dance and humanity.

Jurgita Dronina to Depart The National Ballet Of Canada At The End Of The 2024/25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2024

Jurgita Dronina will depart from The National Ballet of Canada at the end of the 2024/25 season.

William Forsythe /​ Johan Inger Comes to the Paris Opera Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2024

With both pieces in this programme, William Forsythe stretches the possibilities of academic dance to the limit. Rearray, a duo created for Sylvie Guillem and Nicolas Le Riche in 2011 for Sadler's Wells, London, enters the repertoire in a version reworked for the Ballet’s dancers.