Arts Nov 10 Judith Jamison, transcendent dancer and artistic director of Alvin Ailey theater, dies at 81 By Andrew Meldrum, Associated Press
Arts May 04 Watch 3:58 Ballerina uses her art to express solidarity with those fighting for rights in Iran Since anti-government protests erupted in Iran last year, people around the world have taken to social media to show their support. That includes an Iranian American ballerina who is tapping into her heritage and her art to express solidarity with… By Julia Griffin
Arts May 02 How this Iranian American ballerina is spotlighting social injustices in Iran Golden State Ballet principal dancer Tara Ghassemieh is used to taking command of the stage. But recently, the Iranian American ballerina has stepped into a new role: pacifist-activist. By Julia Griffin
Arts Feb 24 Watch 7:57 Ukrainian ballet dancers in exile serve as cultural ambassadors as war rages on at home During the past twelve months of war, Ukrainians have demonstrated their courage and resilience in countless ways. One group of artists is responding in the best way they know how. Through dance, they are bringing their work and stories to… By Jeffrey Brown, Anne Azzi Davenport
Arts Jan 24 Watch 7:18 Miami City Ballet tackles Swan Lake with a nod to history, special emphasis on acting As COVID-19 rages this winter, the Miami City Ballet continues to dance, preparing to perform “Swan Lake” in February, under the careful eye of celebrated choreographer Alexei Ratmansky. Jeffrey Brown spent a day with Ratmansky and dancers to see how… By Jeffrey Brown, Anne Azzi Davenport, Alison Thoet
Aug 19 Watch 3:13 A dancer and choreographer’s Brief But Spectacular take on communicating through movement Renowned ballet dancer Misty Copeland and choreographer Kyle Abraham share a deep connection that shines brightly through in their creative collaborations. In 2019, Abraham choreographed an innovative solo performance that challenged expectations set for both Copeland and black dancers generally. Continue watching
May 04 Watch 2:23 Remembering the legend of dance, ballet star Jacques d’Amboise By Jeffrey Brown, Amber Partida We take a moment to look back at the career of dancer Jacques d’Amboise, who died Sunday at age 86 in his Manhattan home following complications from a stroke. His work with the New York City Ballet, on film and… Continue watching
Jan 11 Misty Copeland’s ‘Bunheads’ is an ode to friendship in the dance studio By Joshua Barajas The new children’s book by ballet star Misty Copeland is filled with direct nods to real people in her life who have encouraged her talent over the years, but also the more universal ways that dance friends become sources of… Continue reading
Dec 23 Watch 5:57 Dancer Misty Copeland’s graceful steps are halted by the pandemic Misty Copeland has been a major star in American cultural life for much of the last decade. As principal dancer with the American Ballet Theatre, she became the first Black woman to achieve that position in the company’s 75 year… Continue watching
Dec 15 Watch 6:31 After spate of ‘Nutcracker’ cancellations, dance companies get creative “The Nutcracker” is a beloved tradition for the holiday season, but it's also vital to the financial well-being of ballet companies all over the country. But with this year's pandemic closures, dance companies everywhere face an enormous threat. Jeffrey Brown… Continue watching