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Trio of ballets combine for one sparkling program

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre – 3 X 3 August Wilson Center Pittsburgh, PA March 9, 2014 Reviewed by Steve Sucato A world premiere, a company premiere and an old favorite combined to make Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre’s 3 X 3 program at the August Wilson Center this past Sunday a triumph. The program, which runs through March 16, opened with the company premiere of Julia Adam’s “Ketubah” … Continue reading Trio of ballets combine for one sparkling program

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A rising-star choreographer world-premieres her latest at Pittsburgh’s Kelly-Strayhorn Theater

By Steve Sucato When choreographer Sidra Bell began work on garment during a residency at the Kelly-Strayhorn Theater last July, she thought it would take one of two directions: romantic or violent. It took neither. Instead, she focused on the idea of “being in one’s own skin” and how we wear that like clothing. On March 7 and 8, the Kelly-Strayhorn presents the world premiere of garment, … Continue reading A rising-star choreographer world-premieres her latest at Pittsburgh’s Kelly-Strayhorn Theater

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Ballet du Grand Théâtre de Genève opens North American Tour with Pittsburgh Debut

By Steve Sucato Swiss contemporary ballet company Ballet du Grand Théâtre de Genève opens its five-city North American tour with its Pittsburgh debut Sat., March 8 at the Byham Theater. Presented by the Pittsburgh Dance Council, the acclaimed 52-year-old company is known for its inventiveness, world-class repertory and virtuosic dancers. Moreover, artistic director Philippe Cohen tells CP via email, “the ballet artists from Genève Ballet are men and women whose sole ambition is … Continue reading Ballet du Grand Théâtre de Genève opens North American Tour with Pittsburgh Debut

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