Author Archives: Karen

Pacific Northwest Ballet’s After Petipa – Works and Process at the Guggenheim

Pacific Northwest Ballet – After Petipa Works and Process at the Guggenheim May 14, 2012 Fans of classical ballet often arrive at the theater and open their programs to find the words “After Petipa” next to the choreographer’s credit.  For … Continue reading

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American Ballet Theatre: A Cast of Characters

American Ballet Theatre : A Cast of Characters Works and Process at the Guggenheim April 30, 2012 Every time that I write about a Works and Process event, I always feel the urge to open the article by gushing about … Continue reading

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Cherry Blossoms and Dancers in Union Square

I would credit these dancers if I knew their names.   I love seeing dance performed outdoors.  One of the pleasures of living in New York City in spring time is that you never know when you’re going to cross paths … Continue reading

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Spring Returns to Bay Ridge

It’s not as if we had much of a winter. And it’s way too early, but  Bay Ridge has suddenly burst into bloom. The tiny red buds on the vines grow into beautiful leaves which people have warned me is … Continue reading

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David Fernandez’s Some Dance Company

Some Dance Company Choreography by David Fernandez Featuring Stars From New York City Ballet and American Ballet Theatre February 27, 2012 El Museo del Barrio Photos by Jesse Stein Some Dance Company brought stars of New York City Ballet, American … Continue reading

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TAKE’s Salaryman

Salaryman TAKE Dance February 10, 2012 Nagelberg Theater – Baruch Performing Arts Center Salaryman is a masterpiece, one that I want my dance friends to see, and one that I’d like to see again and again.  Its spirit and imagery … Continue reading

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RMBallet presents Intervals – The Ballet Russes Reborn

RMBallet presents Intervals – The Ballet Russes Reborn – Gala Celebration Ballet Arts Studio at City Center January 29, 2012 All photos by Arthur Coopchik RMBallet’s inaugural’s performance introduced an exciting new company of expressive dancers.  Their theatrical dance works … Continue reading

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Peridance Contemporary Dance Company – Preview Performance

Peridance Contemporary Dance Company Preview Performance Saturday, January 21, 2012 Salvatore Capezio Theater Peridance Contemporary Dance Company has been on hiatus since 2007 as the Peridance Capezio Center went through a transition, moving to new quarters with its own in-house … Continue reading

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APAP Showcases at Peridance

APAP Showcases at Peridance – Program A January 8, 2012 The APAP Showcases at Peridance were nothing short of a beautiful dream which introduced me to several companies whom I’m looking forward to following in the future. Program A opened … Continue reading

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