Dance Theatre of Harlem Made a Powerful Promotional Video Combining Ballet and Activism

You don’t need to convince us that dance can be a powerful vehicle for change. But in case you had any doubts, Dance Theatre of Harlem‘s new promotional video is…

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The Power of Jerome Robbins’ The Cage in the #MeToo Era

The encounter with man-eating female creatures in Jerome Robbins’ The Cage never fails to shock audiences. As this tribe of insects initiates the newly-born Novice into their community and prepares…

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The Power of Jerome Robbins’ The Cage in the #MeToo Era

The encounter with man-eating female creatures in Jerome Robbins’ The Cage never fails to shock audiences. As this tribe of insects initiates the newly-born Novice into their community and prepares…

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How Kate Ladenheim’s New Video Series Tackles Women’s Internalized Misogyny

It’s a standalone dance film series, a nuanced examination of contemporary feminism and an evocative teaser trailer for an upcoming performance—it wouldn’t be a project by Kate Ladenheim, artistic director…

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How Kate Ladenheim’s New Video Series Tackles Women’s Internalized Misogyny

It’s a standalone dance film series, a nuanced examination of contemporary feminism and an evocative teaser trailer for an upcoming performance—it wouldn’t be a project by Kate Ladenheim, artistic director…

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The Hidden Political Messages Behind Chinese Dance Theater Like Shen Yun

Lunar New Year brings celebratory Chinese dragons, drums and dance to the streets and stage. But throughout the year, Chinese dance-theater productions have become a frequent presence on American stages.…

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The Hidden Political Messages Behind Chinese Dance Theater Like Shen Yun

Lunar New Year brings celebratory Chinese dragons, drums and dance to the streets and stage. But throughout the year, Chinese dance-theater productions have become a frequent presence on American stages.…

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These Dancers Are Putting On a Day-Long Festival About the Environment

Dancers are taking over Culver City’s Baldwin Hills this Saturday. The scenic overlook is playing host to a day’s worth of site-specific performances, free dance workshops and other events, all…

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These Dancers Are Putting On a Day-Long Festival About the Environment

Dancers are taking over Culver City’s Baldwin Hills this Saturday. The scenic overlook is playing host to a day’s worth of site-specific performances, free dance workshops and other events, all…

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Arthur Mitchell: “You Must Believe in What You’re Doing And, Against All Odds…Stick to It.”

Throughout his remarkable career, the fiercely determined, intelligent and energetic Arthur Mitchell has become accustomed to being called a trailblazer. “Being a typical Aries, I like being the first,” he…

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