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https://www.washingtonpost.com/amphtml/entertainment/theater_dance/bringing-suzanne-farrell-back-into-the-new-york-city-ballet-studios-is-a-step-in-the-right-direction/2019/04/11/5da046f2-5c8b-11e9-b8e3-b03311fbbbfe_story.html Hello, This is exciting and welcome news! Oh, my! I didn’t see this anywhere on BA, so my apologies if I missed someone else’s post.

I’m so happy for everyone, especially Joseph Gordon!! Great news!!!

Thanks, FPF. With all the problems associated with the lawsuit, I’m relieved the company will perform in its summer home; not feeling good about Elizebeth Sobol as manager. I’m sad there will be only 7 performances again.

I do that, too, California.

Many thanks!

This was July 20, 2016. Robert Maiorano lives up in Saratoga County, I believe, so I see him often at the ballet. I met him this season at the Gala event. He’s very warm and friendly.

Thank you, Helene. I appreciate your adding my pics. As I look at this again, I think the man behind everyone is perhaps an emcee. The man in the white suit is Robert Maiorano. But I don’t know who is standing next to Peter Martins (beige/tan suit).

I deleted most of the quote due to its length. I just want to thank you, tutu, for your informative response.

Olivia’s Instagram post made me tear up.

I have skimmed this mega-thread and the amended complaint, but please forgive if I’ve gotten something wrong or misunderstood something, as I only skimmed. And I have such a jumble of thoughts and emotions over this that I’ve refrained from posting much of anything on this thread. I find it hard to believe SAB and NYCB have NO code of conduct. Parents don’t blithely send their children away to school without knowing school policies and protections, etc. I know the complaint states that, but (and I am not an attorney), I was struck by many ‘charges’ in the complaint stated as facts when they are not yet proven to be facts. I am not referring to the specific allegations with the texting and sharing but other broader statements that charge NYCB and SAB, such as stating there is no code of conduct. That said, I am appalled and very sad about this mess. As artists and dancers, they represented something higher and greater than themselves - their art. I just don’t know what else to say. Except that I believe NYCB and SAB will see this crisis through and be the better for it. I have faith in that. I wish they would appoint a new AD sooner than later as I think it would boost morale and give them the leadership it really needs right now. And thanks to everyone here on BA! for your insightful posts and contributions.

This news made me terribly sad, especially in the wake of this ghastly situation at NYCB. What a beautiful dancer was Mr Mitchell. And his Puck! He makes me laugh every time I watch this clip with his antics. And then at the end, his magnificent grace and power as he defiantly pirouettes, driven for good out of Titania’s fairy bower. When SPAC added Balanchine’s and Kirstein’s stars on its Walk of Fame in July 2016, the 50th anniversary year of NYCB at SPAC, many dancers came to pay tribute, among them Jacques d’Amboise, Karin VonAroldingen, Patricia McBride, and Arthur Mitchell. I wish I could post the picture I took of them to share with you. It was a poignant tribute and a very special day, seeing all those dancers from a golden age, hugging each other and reminiscing. It was a gathering of Titans! I’m sure they are all very sad at Mr Mitchell‘s passing, Suzanne Farrell, as well. Rest in Peace, Mr Mitchell. We will miss you and remember your grace and style, your beautiful smile and your great contributions to ballet and dance.

I agree. I have alot to say about this terrible, appalling mess, but I’m not up to it right now. What I’ll say here is that these are MEN. They’re responsible for the maintenance and respectability of their careers.

This is such sad, sad news. I remember Peter Frame but my knowledge and experience of ballet was in its infancy; my husband remembers him better than I. Mr. Frame was by all accounts a devoted dancer, coach and instructor. May he rest in peace.

ETA: You can download a PDF of Ballet Review's article on the book here: http://www.balletreview.com/images/Ballet_Review_45-2_Balanchine.pdf It contains reproductions of some of the photos as well as Suki Schorer's accompanying text, although the quality of the photos is not very high. I’m not sure how I missed this as I am a Ballet Review subscriber 🤔. I’ll read it tonight.

Thank you, Kathleen, this is great! Resending with the link properly expressed, thanks to Jack Reed. 😎 Now it’s a real link!! 💃🏻

This came to my e-mailbox from Google Alerts: George Balanchine Subject of Dance Lecture. I'd love to see Nancy Lasalle's book of photographs, mentioned in this news article. https://www.capenews.net/arts_and_entertainment/george-balanchine-subject-of-dance-lecture/article_6d58dd99-219f-54ad-8bf2-f0bb76838484.htmld

Re the City Center BO being closed - that is terrible customer service!! I don’t blame you if you were fit to be tied, rkoretzky.

The very final performance on Sunday, Nov 4, 3pm. I had wanted to go Nov 1, but it’s not possible. I’m pleased I’ll be able to partake!! And you will see two performances - so nice.

I’m glad you finally got tickets, rkoretzky. I’m appalled at the service fees! $9.75 per ticket just too much. I purchased online two weeks ago and paid the same.

Yes, that is correct regarding last time Liebeslieder was performed by the company.

I am not a big fan of Zahkarova. A perfectly wonderful DVD of Giselle: Dutch National Ballet with Anna Tsygankova and Jozef Varga. Also Igone deJongh as Myrta. Solo and ensemble dancing of a very high quality. I just love this production and DVD.

I also appreciate your digging up this information, Kathleen - thank you.

Here is the Saratogian review of the Gala program. http://www.saratogian.com/article/ST/20180722/NEWS/180729924 . I truly enjoyed The Four Seasons and Other Dances. It was great to see an unusual Robbins work (The Four Seasons) that was delightful and festive in so many ways, and a bit offbeat. Everyone danced so well and joyously. Tiler Peck was amazing, as always. I enjoyed the Verdi score, too. I haven't seen a lot of Robbins in the past few years. Of course, I don't get to the NY performances very often. Erica Pereira was replaced by Lauren King and Adrian Danchig-Waring was replaced, but by whom, I cannot remember. Usually I have a pen in my purse but not this time. Other Dances was gorgeous and I was happy to have the opportunity to focus on Ashley's and Joaquin's beautiful dancing and study the choreography - I haven't seen it in several years. Throughout, knowing Tiler dances this role, too, I was envisioning her take on it. This takes nothing away from Ashley's performance. I will miss Joaquin. I wasn't very impressed with either of the occasion pieces. Except that I do believe Tiler Peck can do anything. Her versatility is breathtaking! Lauren Lovette was adorable as Maria in the WSS number. Everybody danced their hearts out and that was wonderful. The Gala was fun pre- and post-performance and on the grounds. In the amphitheater, it seems SPAC suspends a few considerations, including seating people after the performance starts. And audience members feel more free to talk, text and take pictures, which is very distracting. Oh, and I met Mr. Robert Maiorano. He is often there and was in the line-up at the 50th anniversary dedication to Balanchine and Kirstein on the Walk of Fame, but I didn't know who he was. Now I do, and he was very friendly and fun to talk with. I hope I see him again there next year.

I just bought tickets in the rear mezz (row L, I think) for Nov 4 matinee for my husband, myself and his Aunt, who lives in Manhattan. It should be wonderful and I’m especially excited about seeing Symphonie Concertante and POB dancing Midsummer Night Dream Pas de deux. The whole program looks great!

This is excellent, thank you, maps. It makes me so sad to think of George Balanchine’s death and how it affected America’s and, of course, New York City’s ballet community. I love Baryshnikov’s tribute. This is excellent, thank you, maps. It makes me so sad to think of George Balanchine’s death and how it affected America’s and, of course, New York City’s ballet community. I love Baryshnikov’s tribute.