Tag: Balanchine, George

Alexei Ratmansky Unleashes the Pain of the War in Ukraine at NYC Ballet

In “Solitude,” a stellar, haunting work that had its premiere on Thursday, New York City Ballet’s artist in residence brings a photograph to life.

Haunted by War in Ukraine, a Choreographer Steps Into New York City Ballet

Alexei Ratmansky, arguably the most important ballet choreographer today, has made a deeply personal first work as artist in residence that reflects his Ukrainian roots.

At City Ballet, History Is Made With Two Black Dewdrops

“A Dewdrop is a drop of dew,” India Bradley said. “So can’t anyone do it?” She and the guest artist Alexandra Hutchinson perform the role in “George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker.”

Best Dance Performances of 2023

New York City Ballet’s 75th anniversary celebration and Dance Reflections from France delivered some of this year’s brightest moments.