A writer confronts her “Nutcracker” childhood and the unforgiving culture that went with it.
Category: Dancing
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Letting Go of Her Ballet Dream
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What to See This Spring in NYC: Broadway Shows, Concerts and More
The New York Times – Music:“Life of Pi” and Laura Linney on Broadway, Lise Davidsen at the Met Opera, SZA on tour: Here’s what we’re looking forward to this season.
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Carlos Saura, a Leading and Enduring Spanish Director, Dies at 91
The New York Times – Movies:Called “one of the fundamental filmmakers in the history of Spanish cinema,” he began making movies under Franco, often hiding his messages in allegory.
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What an ’80s Feeling: ‘Flashdance’ Turns 40
The New York Times – Music:The film helped bring breaking into the mainstream. Over the years, it also became famous for the subs and doubles of its star, Jennifer Beals.
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Off Panama’s Caribbean Coast, a New Stay Perched Above the Treetops
The New York Times – Travel:Plus: a brasserie designed by Luke Edward Hall, a gallery highlighting traditional Indian craftsmanship and more recommendations from T Magazine.
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“The White Lotus” Dance Remix is the Hottest Club Song
The New York Times – Music:Variations of the spine-tingling intro music have played at rave parties, Australian music festivals and Sundance.
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The Jewelry Designer Bringing Back Teardrops, Hearts and Smiley Rings
The New York Times – Travel:Plus: an exhibition of Navajo textiles, Luam Melake’s experimental seating and more recommendations from T Magazine.
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Justin Peck’s New Americana, ‘Copland Dance Episodes’
The New York Times – Music:At New York City Ballet, Peck’s “Copland Dance Episodes” brings the composer’s three classic ballet scores under one roof, at last.
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At Rennie Harris’s Hip-Hop University, Teaching the Teachers
The New York Times – Music:Rennie Harris University aims to give educators a working knowledge not only of hip-hop dance technique, but also of its origins and culture.
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A Wednesday Addams Contest Brings the Fans
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:At a Brooklyn club, fans of the Netflix series “Wednesday” showed off their takes on the pigtailed heroine’s signature moves in a midnight competition.
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10 Things Our Critics Are Looking Forward to in 2023
The New York Times – Music:“Succession” returns, the Spider-Verse spawns a sequel, Kelela hits the road and Michael B. Jordan makes his directing debut with “Creed III.”