In theater, “break a leg” is a phrase used to wish a performer luck. But for ballet dancers, it isn’t simply an expression but an occupational reality. The intense physical demands of ballet put ...

If there were any lingering doubts about the sheer strength and athleticism of dancers, they have surely been quashed thanks to the recent rash of bad-ass ballerinas on screen. From the graceful yet ...

There’s something timeless about the way ballerinas move — every step, every gesture feels effortlessly graceful. But behind that poise lies years of discipline, focus, and deep self-awareness. Ballet ...

My mother enrolled me into classical ballet when I was 3 years old — not an uncommon activity for many young children if they’re looking to become professional ballet dancers. During my ...

Performances in N.Y.C. Dancers are famous for buckling down and getting through it. But a new openness about mental health has companies and schools focusing on their well-being, both physical and ...

If there were any lingering doubts about the transparent strength and athleticism of dancers, they have surely been quashed thanks to the recent rash of bad-ass ballerinas on screen. And as with any ...