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 ...

Brazil-born dancer Iago Breschi celebrated his 29th birthday earlier this month, and on that day he took a moment to consider that he’s living a life he never thought possible. Known for his stunning ...

While there’s no “one way” to become a professional ballerina, many performers who dance for a living follow a typical trajectory. Keep reading to learn the steps (you are a dancer, after all) to help ...

Contract negotiations have brought higher pensions, mandated rest times, and increased wages for a job that requires intense schedules and years of training. American Ballet Theatre Corps de Ballet ...

Performances in N.Y.C. Ballet evolves slowly, and that includes footwear. But a new shoe with sneaker technology is giving dancers support from the heel up. Credit...Grant Hindsley for The New York ...

At just 23 years old, my life as a professional dancer has been filled with experiences most people only dream of — gold medals, international travel and training with legends. But behind the ...

Performances in N.Y.C. Courtney Washington made her name as a choreographer in street-dance competitions and on the ballroom scene. Now, she’s making a work for Parsons Dance. The choreographer ...

In the ballet world, Reece Clarke is royalty — and it seems the whole world is falling for him. The principal dancer at the Royal Ballet and Opera in London has risen quickly through the ranks. He’s ...