Friday, April 5

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The City Ballet of San Diego presents "An American in Paris."

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From the intense colors of Spanish flamenco combined with classical music to the versatile imagery of Paris infused with a jazzy orchestra, and the visually striking stage of contemporary music and choreography, the City Ballet of San Diego’s performance featuring three different programs enchanted the eyes and ears of San Diegans.

 

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A review of San Francisco Ballet by Rachel Howard in The San Francisco Chronicle.

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Before we get into mixed feelings about Arielle Smith’s new dance version of “Carmen,” let’s take a moment to note again how brilliantly San Francisco Ballet’s Artistic Director Tamara Rojo is playing the much-needed role of her art form’s modern impresario.

 

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Milwaukee Ballet presents "Cinderella."

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For audience members, Milwaukee Ballet's "Cinderella" can be a choose-your-own-adventure experience.

You can choose the path of beauty and be well rewarded for it. Even in her servant rags, Lahna Vanderbush is a warm and graceful Cinderella — no wonder her stepsisters feel intimidated by her. And even before the Prince (Randy Crespo) arrives, the ball scene gives us eight elegant and beautifully matched couples dancing.

Photo gallery.

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An interview with Guillaume Côté.

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As far as his expiration date goes, Côté says all professional dancers know that their careers are limited by the physical requirements of the job, just like any other professional athlete. "You know there's going to be a better dancer coming up and also dancers get better with each generation," he says.