This Tuesday, July 17, New York City Ballet begins its 52nd summer residency in Saratoga Springs, NY. This annual tradition sees the company’s world-class dancers bringing their signature works by George Balanchine, Jerome Robbins, Justin Peck, and others to the outdoor Saratoga Performing Arts Center (or SPAC for short). To drum up excitement for the […]
Today in Ballet Dancers Are Actual Superheroes news: You’ve no doubt heard that the fabulous Alicia Vikander is playing Lara Croft in the newest iteration of Tomb Raider, which hits movie theaters this Friday. But while her training for the high-octane action role was crazy tough, she says, studying at the Royal Swedish Ballet School […]
When it comes to college, you’ve got countless options. University or conservatory? BA or BFA? East Coast or West? But there’s one potentially game-changing option you probably haven’t considered yet: U.S. or international? The perks of going global are hard to ignore. For one, international programs are often significantly cheaper than domestic ones. “The tuition […]
Dancers are some of the most resilient people out there—but coming back from a serious injury can test even strongest dancer’s will. American Ballet Theatre corps member Lauren Post has proven up to the challenge. Lauren Post on Instagram: “Heading back home. #nyc, I see you. 📷by @karolinakuras , dress by @leannemarshallofficial #abt #ballet #enpointe […]