Recent Stories
Brooklyn Mack makes historic debut in American Ballet Theatre’s ‘Le Corsaire’
Brooklyn Mack, internationally acclaimed African-American ballet dancer formerly of the Washington Ballet, made an historic debut as a guest artist in American Ballet Theatre’s production of “Le Corsaire” at the Metropolitan Opera House, June 11-15.
The Alvin Ailey School: 50 years and still going strong
On Thursday, June 13, the centerpiece of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s Lincoln Center engagement will be The Ailey Spirit gala.
DanceAfrica celebrates Rwandan rebirth/renewal in 2019
When DanceAfrica returns to BAM on Memorial Day weekend, it will highlight a dramatic international story of rebirth and transformation for Rwanda.
Lindy Hopper ‘Queen of Swing’ Norma Miller passes at 99
Norma Miller, the beloved, effervescent, energetic “Queen of Swing,” was the last surviving member of an elite group of dancers known as Whitey’s Lindy Hoppers.
Dancers Linda Celeste Sims, Glenn Sims to bring new addition to Ailey family
Anyone who has seen Ailey's exquisite Linda Celeste Sims perform duets with her husband Glenn Allen Sims can attest that there is always something magical in the air when the two dance together.
Dance Theatre of Harlem City Center season celebrates 50 years
Dance Theatre of Harlem’s upcoming City Center season (April 10-13) is special for so many reasons.
Carmen de Lavallade’s magical tour of a legendary ‘Life’
Dancer, actor, choreographer and charismatic, iconic performer Carmen de Lavallade takes audiences on a magical mesmerizing tour of what can only be described as a charmed life when she graces the Appel Room of Jazz at Lincoln Center with her show, “Life of a Legend,” Jan. 24 and 25 at 7 p.m. each night.
Raven Wilkinson, ballet pioneer and mentor to Misty Copeland, passes at 83
Raven Wilkinson, the first African-American woman to be admitted to a major American ballet company, the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo, died Dec. 19, at her home in Manhattan.
Honoring the legacy of an icon: Dance Theatre of Harlem’s Arthur Mitchell
Mitchell’s life is a testament to the truth of the old saying: “You only live once, but If you do it right once is enough.”
Honoring the legacy of an icon: Dance Theatre of Harlem’s Arthur Mitchell
Arthur Mitchell’s larger-than-life spirit filled the hallowed halls of Riverside Church as an overflow crowd paid tribute to a life well-lived and a legacy that will endure forever.
