Passions on the boil: Pioneers by Ballet Black
Isabela Coracy, as Nina Simone, dressed in a gown of African print holds centre stage playing the dynamics with commanding presence
Mthuthuzeli November
Northern Ballet: Made in Leeds
The superb Nostalgia is yet more evidence of Quagebeur’s talent. It’s no wonder she’s in demand at home and abroad.
Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance
Linbury Theatre, Royal Opera House, LondonJune 20, 2022 Maggie Foyer In an atmosphere of celebration, enthusiasm and commitment, the students of Rambert School took to the Linbury stage (as part of the Next Generation Festival) in a programme dedicated to Lord John Sainsbury who, with his wife Anya, has given such sterling support to the … Read more
Dynamism and energy from Ballet Central
The choreography may often be busy and fast-paced, but the dancers rise to it with energy levels that need to be seen to be believed.
National Dance Awards 2021 nominations announced
The Royal Ballet tops the list with a total of 17 nominations, followed by English National Ballet and New Adventures (7 apiece)
Ballet Black at the Linbury: Then or Now and The Waiting Game
Ballet Black continues to lead the pack with two quality, new commissions, very different in style but balancing neatly.
Northern Ballet announces new digital season
Including new dance films by Mthuthuzeli November and Kenneth Tindall
We flow, we change shape, we remain resilient: Ballet Black in Like Water
A potent poetic moment expressed in movement
Ballet, Contemporary, Flamenco and Latin in Danceworks from the BBC
María Pagés’ arm movements are almost scratchy and impassioned on top of her percussive footwork
Black voices in ballet: Danceworks, Ballet Black: The Waiting Game
The importance of a ballet platform to tell black stories