Cincinnati Ballet announces departure of Artistic Director Jodie Gates

By Nicole Doll Cincinnati, OH (September 22, 2023) – Cincinnati Ballet’s Board of Trustees announced todaythat Jodie Gates, Artistic Director of Cincinnati Ballet and the Cincinnati Ballet Otto M. BudigAcademy, has departed the organization to pursue other opportunities. “This mutual decision ensures that Cincinnati Ballet can continue its mission to enrich, expand, andexcel in the art of dance through world-class performance, a high-caliber academy, andimpactful … Continue reading Cincinnati Ballet announces departure of Artistic Director Jodie Gates

Popular ‘Carmen’ Ballet Returns to Open Cleveland Ballet’s Ninth Season [PREVIEW]

By Rena Vysnionis (with Steve Sucato) Cleveland Ballet opens its 2023-2024 mainstage season at Playhouse Square’s Connor Palace, September 22-23, with the triple bill Carmen & Other Works. Here’s a look: “Pas de Dix” from the 1898 ballet Raymonda features exquisite original choreography by Marius Petipa for five couples to the inspiring score by Alexander Glazunov. It is one of the most performed works by major ballet companies worldwide. Casting: Gabriela Checo, Alexander Guzmán, … Continue reading Popular ‘Carmen’ Ballet Returns to Open Cleveland Ballet’s Ninth Season [PREVIEW]

Cleveland’s Dancing Wheels Company to Honor Legendary Ladies of Jazz

Cleveland’s Dancing Wheels Company & School brings to life the passionate and dynamic work of women of color who revolutionized the 1920s─1950s jazz era in Legendary Ladies of Jazz, a dance concert celebrating female vocalists and muscians who changed the tenor and tone of Jazz music and paved the way for female muscians going forward. The inspiring and spirited concert takes place at Playhouse Square’s … Continue reading Cleveland’s Dancing Wheels Company to Honor Legendary Ladies of Jazz