An 'Anna Karenina' For Our Times At Moscow's Bolshoi Theatre
The world-famous ballet company is iconic in Russia. Principal dancer Olga Smirnova says a new staging of a beloved epic takes it into the 21st century.
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Cirque Du Soleil Performer Falls To His Death During Show In Florida
Veteran aerialist Yann Arnaud slipped off the double rings during a performance and fell 20 feet, according to the theatrical company. He died of his injuries at a hospital on Sunday.
Russia's Bolshoi Theatre Brings Anna Karenina Ballet To Modern Era
The world-famous Bolshoi Theatre is a Russian icon. But a new staging of the ballet Anna Karenina takes the beloved Russian epic — and the theater — into the 21st century. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Bolshoi principal dancer Olga Smirnova.
On Stage, In Marriage, These 2 Alvin Ailey Dancers Learned The Steps Together
Linda Celeste Sims and Glenn Allen Sims met at work — at the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Over 15 years of marriage later, they have some advice for balancing it all and sustaining a marriage.
The Young Men Who Make A Living As Paid Personal Dancers In Brazil
It's carnival season in Brazil and the streets are pulsing with music and dancing. But for some Brazilians, that need to dance with others is year round — and worth a big expense.
'Tabasco' Opera Makes Fiery Return in New Orleans
New Orleans conductor Paul Mauffray lifts the lid on a hot sauce opera that had been bottled up for a century. The show ran on Broadway in the late 1800s, and yes, it's about Tabasco.
New Winston-Salem Music Venue In Former Ziggy's Building
Downtown Winston-Salem will soon be home to a new music venue. It will open in the former Ziggy's location at 170 W. Ninth St.
Martins Retires From New York City Ballet Amid Misconduct Probe
After accusations of sexual harassment and physical and verbal abuse, ballet leader Peter Martins has retired. Rachel Martin talks to Robin Pogrebin, who broke the story for The New York Times.
Peter Martins Leaves New York City Ballet Amid Allegations Of Sexual Misconduct
In a letter to the New York City Ballet, Peter Martins announced he has decided to retire as its artistic director and head of its school. The announcement follows allegations from current and former dancers of sexual misconduct and physical abuse.
Ballet Master Retires Amid Sexual Misconduct Probe
In his letter to the board of the New York City Ballet, Peter Martins, 71, continued to deny he sexually harassed or abused members of the company. He had been on a leave of absence since last month.