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The cast of 'Bob Fosse's DANCIN''. Photo by Julieta Cervantes.

‘Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’’ returns to Broadway

Producer Joey Parnes has announced that Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’ the American showbusiness legend’s landmark musical tribute to the artform that defined his...

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5 Black dancers who inspire us – and how they’re changing the game

Welcome to an incomplete, randomly ordered list of today’s Black dancers who inspire our socks off. These artist are world-class athletes, industry...

Kaleb Tekeste and Sabrina Naz Comanescu. Photo by Trudie Lee Photography.

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What is jazz dance in 2023?

Commercial jazz, contemporary jazz, street jazz, theater jazz, jazz funk, Afro jazz, jazzercise. What do they all have in common? If you...

Troy Schumacher. Photo by Emiliano Granado.

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Pushing boundaries of form: Troy Schumacher and ‘The Night Falls’

Troy Schumacher, soloist with New York City Ballet (NYCB), artistic director of BalletCollective, father of twin girls, and 1/4 of the creative...

Spotlight Dance Cup. Photo courtesy of Spotlight.

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Spotlight Events, Inc. presents Spotlight Dance Cup and Leap! National Dance Competition

Spotlight Events, Inc. is excited to announce the acquisition of Leap! National Dance Competition — now offering two unique brands under one...

Visceral Dance Chicago in Mark Godden's 'Minor Threat'. Photo by Todd Rosenberg.

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Visceral Dance Chicago announces its Winter Engagement

Visceral Dance Chicago has announced its Winter Engagement, February 17-26, with works by Danielle Agami, Mark Godden and Nick Pupillo, at the...

Newport Contemporary Ballet. Photo by Brandon Moye.

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Island Moving Company becomes Newport Contemporary Ballet

Island Moving Company (IMC) has revealed its new name and branding at “Transforming our Future,” a special presentation held at the company’s...

Avant Chamber Ballet in 'Alice in Wonderland'. Photo by Sharen Bradford.

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Avant Chamber Ballet presents ‘Alice in Wonderland’

Dallas’ Avant Chamber Ballet goes down the rabbit hole again with the smash-hit of Alice in Wonderland created by choreographer and director Katie...

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Audition tips with Fran Kirmser

In past editions of Dance Informa, Fran Kirmser gave readers an inside scoop on how to Make Dance Your Business and the...

Alexei Ratmansky in rehearsal with New York City Ballet. Photo by Erin Baiano.

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Alexei Ratmansky to join New York City Ballet as Artist in Residence

New York City Ballet (NYCB) Artistic Director Jonathan Stafford and Associate Artistic Director Wendy Whelan have announced that Alexei Ratmansky, widely considered...

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The Bessies announce recipients of the 2022 NY Dance and Performance Awards

The NY Dance and Performance Awards, the Bessies, New York City’s premier dance awards honoring outstanding creative work in the field, announced...

Gisele Silva. Photo by Lee Gumbs Photography.

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Make the season bright: ‘Spirited’ and stocking stuffers

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Cozy days at home, gift giving, time with family, dancing to holiday ballets, hot...

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How to reinspire your dancers and teachers with a dance tour

After a long couple years of minimal performances and vacations due to Covid, travel is back! It’s exciting to be getting back...

Blakely White-McGuire with students for Dancio. Photo by Paula Lobo.

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Dancio expands online class offerings and roster of master teachers

Just in time for Christmas gift-giving, Dancio, the online dance instruction provider, has announced an expansion of its line-up of classes, teachers...

Kathleen Moore in 'Rodeo'. Photo by Stephen R. Dolan.

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Rodeo’s 80th Anniversary: Agnes de Mille’s Americana over the years

It’s the 80th anniversary of Rodeo, the ballet that launched choreographer Agnes de Mille’s career in creating Americana ballet. Rodeo tells the story of a young, headstrong, misfit cowgirl looking for love. We discussed...

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It’s all in the name: Dance-inspired baby names

Dance is such a huge part of your life, so why not let it inspire the name of your budding baby ballerina...

Pacific Northwest Ballet Soloist Madison Rayn Abeo in George Balanchine’s 'The Nutcracker'. Photo by Angela Sterling.

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Pacific Northwest Ballet announces slate of new soloists

Pacific Northwest Ballet (PNB) Artistic Director Peter Boal announced the promotion of six corps de ballet dancers to the rank of soloist...

Spark Movement Collective. Photo by Alice Chacon.

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Spark Movement Collective: Creating an accessible dance experience

Spark Movement Collective, a small NYC-based contemporary dance group, has one main mission: to create an accessible dance experience. Since its formation,...