Women’s Media Center: A few cracks in the Baby Bump Ceiling
Until recently, viewers almost never saw visibly pregnant women broadcasting news on T.V.
Entries by dancedata
Wall Street Journal: ‘We Were White and Sleepy Before’—The Baltimore Museum of Art’s Radical Makeover
A new director shakes up the institution with moves such as showing only works by women and acquiring overlooked artists
Ludwig Van: SCRUTINY | National Ballet Showcases Technical And Artistic Brilliance In Mixed Program
The National Ballet of Canada’s intriguing mixed program highlights the company’s technical and artistic strengths — and Karen Kain’s programming genius.
Broadway World: Dutch National Ballet Presents the Premiere of FRIDA – A Ballet Inspired By The Life Story Of Frida Kahlo
Annabelle Lopez Ochoa is commissioned for a new world premiere at the Dutch National Ballet.
Atlanta Black Star: ‘Misty Copelands’ Are Rare in World of Ballet, and Black Entrepreneur Looks to Change That
A Maryland-based entrepreneur discusses the need for more dance education for young African American girls as the paradigm shifts with stars like Misty Copeland at ABT.
DDP Cited in Northern Kentucky University Student Paper
Northern Kentucky University counts itself among the colleges supporting women in their endeavor to choreograph.
WTTW: Chicago Dance Companies Unite for Black Dance Legacy Project
Chicago celebrates the legacy of black dance in the city this week.
Datebook: Smuin Ballet finally has a home after 25 years adrift
Smuin Ballet, led by a female artistic and executive director, has now found permanent space to lease. This news is indicative of the responsible leadership of the company and ability of women in these positions.
Pointe Magazine: Stella Abrera to Take on New Role as Artistic Director of Kaatsbaan
Following news of her June retirement from American Ballet Theatre, Kaatsbaan announces that Stella Abrera will take over as artistic director next year.
Broadway World: Photo Flash: Take a Look Inside Dance Lab New York’s Collaboration with The Joyce Theater
The Joyce Lab Cycle has this year supported women choreographers of color, a group that is vastly underrepresented and unsupported in classical ballet.
