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Gary W. Jeter II presents Filaments
A Philly dancer becomes a choreographer of note
Philadelphia dancer and choreographer Gary W. Jeter II presents Filaments, a work exploring connections between humans and the structure of the universe. Melissa Strong reviews.
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Roger Lee Dance Company presents Galaxy
Turning outer space into a family affair
Roger Lee Dance Company presents Galaxy, a timely new family-friendly performance inspired by the Milky Way. Melissa Strong reviews.
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Equilibrium Dance Company presents Watercolors
A kaleidoscope of movement
Equilibrium Dance Company's spring concert Watercolors promises a fusion of artistry. Dara McBride previews.
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Philadelphia Ballet presents Dance Masterpieces
Three grand finales: Ailey, Forsythe, and Tharpe
The Philadelphia Ballet offered a trio of grand finales for its March program: favorites by Alvin Ailey, William Forsythe, and Twyla Tharpe brought heart, speed, skill, and whimsy. Camille Bacon-Smith reviews.
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Philadelphia Ballet and Angel Corella present Giselle
This time, Albrecht tells the story
This production of Giselle gives a unique perspective to a classic story. Camille Bacon-Smith previews.
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Go behind the scenes with BalletX choreographers Jennifer Archibald and Nicola Wills before the 2024 Spring Series
BalletX’s Choreographic Fellowship stands out on the US dance scene
Before this year's Spring Series debuts, Eileen Fisher goes behind the scenes with BalletX 2024 Choreographic Fellowship artists Jennifer Archibald and Nicola Wills to talk dance, mentorship, and a rare openness in ballet.
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Koresh Dance Company presents One Thousand and One Nights
The next generation of choreography at Koresh
Two artists with ties to Koresh Dance Company, Melissa Rector and Jim Bunting, continue their choreography journeys with a collaborative performance exploring healing, truth, and self-awareness at the company’s studio. Melissa
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Sarah Carlson and Vernon J. Mobley present The Body Keeps the Score
Dancing through trauma
Choreographer Sarah Carlson and composer Vernon J. Mobley explore trauma in The Body Keeps the Score: Dancing with Trauma and Recovery, an original work inspired by Bessel van der Kolk’s well-known book. Melissa Strong previews.
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Penn Live Arts presents BODYTRAFFIC, with works by Trey McIntyre and Matthew Neenan
A universal human language
LA-based dance troupe BODYTRAFFIC takes an inclusive perspective on contemporary dance featuring a world premiere by Matthew Neenan and a repertory work by Trey McIntyre. Melissa Strong reviews.
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The Philadelphia Chamber Music Society presents BalletX with pianist Michelle Cann
A welcome collaboration
For its second collaboration with BalletX, PCMS welcomed choreography by Matthew Neenan and Jamar Roberts alongside pianist Michelle Cann. Camille Bacon-Smith reviews.
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