There are four clusters of three dancers, all wearing red unitards. In each cluster, a male dancer lunges with one arm extended side for a female dancer to hold as she penchés, ducking her head below the supporting arm. Backs to the audience, the other women are seated before the men, heads resting against the men's bent knees.

9 Performances to Catch This May and June

An American company crossing the pond for the first time, festivals centering Asian dancemakers, premieres responding to colonization, transgender identity, audience relationships, and more—the performance landscape over the next two months is overflowing with possibility. Here’s what’s at the top of our lists.

The "Broad City" Gals Performed A Contemporary Dance to Honor Julia Louis-Dreyfus

How do you honor a comedian lauded for her physical humor and awkward dancing? Commission a contemporary dance, of course. Better yet, have the stars of HBO’s “Broad City,” Abbi Jacobson and Ilana Glazer—physical comedians and awkward dancers in their own right—star in a contemporary dance. Last month, comedian Julia Louis-Dreyfus was awarded the 2018 […]

Season Preview: Your Guide to the Hottest Dance Tickets of 2018–19

We might have gotten a little bit carried away with this year’s “Season Preview”—but with the 2018–19 season packing so many buzzy shows, how could we not? Here are over two dozen tours, premieres and revivals that have us drooling. A Night of Natalia Osipova—With David Hallberg David Hallberg and Natalia Osipova have a rare, […]

These Are The Performances Our Readers Loved The Most This Year

We asked you for nominations, compiled your suggestions and let you vote on your favorites. Here’s what you chose: Best Viral Video Winner : Andrew Winghart’s “Cry Me a River” Other Nominees: • Kyle Hanagami’s “Shape of You” • The Kennedy Center’s staff video for National Dance Day • Tiler Peck in Charlotte OC’s “Medicine […]

The Story Behind Those Dance Photography Instas You're Obsessed With

If you’re like us, your Instagram feed is probably oversaturated with gorgeous dance shots of your favorite performers. (Not complaining!) But search for “#CamerasandDancers,” and you’ll find dance photography that stands out from the crowd. #CamerasandDancers in Washington Square Park, PC Dave Krugman (@davekrugman) That’s because #CamerasandDancers founder Jacob Jonas has created a one-of-a-kind Instameet […]

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