Where is the dance field headed next? The dancers, choreographers, directors, and companies on our annual “25 to Watch” list offer heartening, imaginative, exciting possible answers to that question. Whether or not you’re already familiar with these up-and-comers, our editors and contributors from across the dance world predict that we’ll be hearing a lot more from these artists on the verge of a breakout in 2025 and beyond.

December brings with it a plethora of Nutcracker productions, but that’s not the only show on offer. Whether you’re looking for a memorable trip to the Land of the Sweets or would prefer something Sugarplum-free, here are 10 shows on our radar.

During her extraordinary lifetime, Judith Jamison built a legacy not only as a performer and leader of singular vision, but also as a champion of numerous other dance artists. In the tributes to Jamison that have proliferated since she passed away on November 9, many have marveled at the scope of the longtime Alvin Ailey […]

There’s an inherent tension anytime a new dancer breathes life into an existing work onstage. Interpreting a role is always a push and pull, says Ronni Favors, rehearsal director for Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, between what the performer brings and what was already there. “Alvin said, ‘I like dancers who can color movement, who […]

The path to a professional dance career was anything but linear for Caroline T. Dartey. Born in Geneva, Switzerland, Dartey was originally an accomplished rhythmic gymnast, competing both nationally (she was the Swiss champion in her category from 2009–11) and internationally before leaving the sport behind for dance. A chance encounter with an observant teacher […]

“Edges of Ailey,” the first large-scale museum exhibition dedicated to modern dance pioneer Alvin Ailey’s life, work, and legacy, will be on view at the Whitney from September 25 to February 9.

Here are the latest promotions, appointments, and departures, as well as notable awards and accomplishments, from June 2024. Plus, a newly available funding opportunity for dance artists.

From annual staples returning with fresh surprises to thought-provoking new works, here’s what we’re excited to see this December.