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  1. the rehearsal
    Joseph Gordon Wanted to Bring F-boy Energy to Lincoln CenterThe principal ballet dancer hoped to perform in Coppélia this fall, but his body had other plans.
  2. culture
    Gilbert Bolden III Isn’t Afraid of CampWhen he isn’t shaking up a 75-year-old institution, the New York City Ballet soloist loves touring Italy — at the Olive Garden in Times Square.
  3. scene report
    Backstage at the Balletcore RecitalChoreographer Angela Trimbur auditioned dozens of adult amateurs for her dance recital. Everyone made it.
  4. how i get it done
    Misty Copeland Is Back in the StudioAnd preparing for her return to the stage since becoming a mother and authoring a memoir. Here, she shares how she gets it all done.
  5. how i get it done
    How Alicia Graf Mack, Director of Juilliard’s Dance Division, Stays En PointeThe dancer, educator, and mother of two never stops moving.
  6. wellness theories
    This Ballerina Soaks Her Feet in ‘Miracle Baths’After performing at Lincoln Center.
  7. first person
    Ballet LessonsYears after I quit, I’m still plagued by my own relentless perfectionism.
  8. ballet
    The Boldest, Brightest Ballerinas You’ve Ever SeenVictor Glemaud created colorful costumes for the American Ballet Theatre.
  9. ballet
    Behold: Ballerinas, Face Masks, and ChanelThe Paris Opera Ballet gala took place virtually, but the dancers still found a way to perform.
  10. book excerpt
    Can My Dog Learn to Dance?I decided to transfer my vague interest in ballet onto Peter.
  11. fashion history
    How Ballet Transformed CoutureThe Museum at FIT’s new exhibit, “Ballerina: Fashion’s Modern Muse” explores the link between dancers and modern style.
  12. art and soul
    Portraits of Backstage Stars of the New York City BalletA new exhibition by Lauren Redniss spotlights behind-the-scenes talent.
  13. culture
    Russian Ballet Refuses to Stop Using BlackfaceEven after Misty Copeland criticized the practice.
  14. How New York City Ballet’s Lauren Lovette Gets It DoneFrom rehearsals to performances and everything in between.
  15. keeping up with the royals
    Leave This Tiny Dancer Alone!Good Morning America co-host Lara Spencer has apologized after mocking Prince George for taking ballet.
  16. portfolio
    Never Forget That Ballet Is a SportIn dreamlike photos, Olivia Bee captures the athleticism of the American Ballet Theater.
  17. keeping up with the royals
    The Lord of the Dance Makes Rare AppearancePrince Harry joined in on a children’s ballet class.
  18. sexual abuse
    Ex-Ballet Dancer Discussed Abusing Ballerinas Like ‘Sluts,’ Lawsuit SaysChase Finlay allegedly participated in a conversation about treating New York City Ballet dancers “like farm animals.”
  19. let’s makeup
    Revlon’s New Mascara Has Its Own Music Video and EverythingIt isn’t an “In My Feelings” challenge, promise.
  20. new again
    Watch the Met Give This Famous Ballerina’s Tutu a MakeoverDegas’s dancer received a new tutu.
  21. gallery
    Backstage With the Royal Swedish BalletPhotographer Björn Abelin offers an intimate look at one of the world’s oldest dance companies in a new exhibit.
  22. video
    Watch a Ballerina Dance in FEIT’s Cool New FlatsChoreographer Benjamin Millepied cast former NYCB dancer Janie Taylor for a video collab.
  23. Blue Ivy Freaking Nailed It at Her Ballet RecitalShe is Beyoncé’s daughter.
  24. wellness theories
    Wendy Whelan on Finding Joy After Injury and Trying Yoga for the First Time“I’m not an advanced yoga person by any means, but I’ve been doing it regularly for the past six months.”
  25. gallery
    Couture Designers Made the Costumes for This New Dance PerformanceAlaïa, Gaultier, and others created the looks for Blanca Li’s latest production.
  26. Natalie Portman’s Husband Benjamin Millepied on Racism in the Paris Opera Ballet“I heard someone say a black girl in a ballet is a distraction.”
  27. This Ballet Video Was Staged in a New York PenthouseFeaturing American Ballet Theatre dancers.
  28. niche drama
    Kendall Jenner Doesn’t Understand Why Ballerinas Are So Mad at Her“My drama is ballerinas being upset at me!”
  29. men getting dressed
    Meet the Ex-Sneakerhead in the American Ballet TheaterJeffrey Cirio dresses like no one else in ballet.
  30. gallery
    Misty Copeland Did Her Own Makeup for This Ballet BookShe danced for photographer Gregg Delman’s new book.
  31. gallery
    Fashion Designers Dressed Ballerinas for the NYCB GalaFeaturing Rosie Assoulin, Dries Van Noten, Narciso Rodriguez, and Jason Wu.
  32. niche drama
    Dance Moms Star Criticizes Kendall Jenner and Mom, Kris, for Ballet VideoAbby Lee Miller doesn’t hold back.
  33. niche drama
    Kendall Jenner Just Accidentally Started Some Ballet-World DramaVogue España dressed the model up as a ballerina, even though she clearly sucks at ballet.
  34. gallery
    See an Artist’s Cinematic Take on a Paris BalletAlex Prager: La Grande Sortie opens tonight.
  35. swellness
    Misty Copeland on Protein and Unconventional Meditation“The ballerina body is constantly evolving.”
  36. swellness
    3 Ballerinas Tell the Truth About Dance WellnessWhat happens when a ballerina gains 40 pounds?
  37. wellness theories
    Ballerina Isabella Boylston on Putting Pressure on Herself and Dining Solo“We all love what we do and take it really seriously. You judge yourself pretty harshly.”
  38. gallery
    New York City Ballet Dancers, Captured OffstageShot by Peter Lindbergh in stables, barns, and an oversize garage.
  39. glass ceilings
    Overachieving Ballerina Gets Overdue PromotionAfter 15 years with the American Ballet Theater, Misty Copeland is the first African-American principal dancer in an elite company.
  40. lifetime original movie
    Misty Copeland Gets the Lifetime Movie TreatmentWe’re calling it: The best dance movie since Center Stage.
  41. always shopping
    DANNIJO Designed a Jewelry Collection Inspired by the Boxing RingDANNIJO’s #Boxerina collection draws on the worlds of ballet and boxing.
  42. impromptu song and dance
    See: Flash Mob Ballet at Van Cleef & ArpelsBenjamin Millepied’s dance troupe performs for Blake Lively and Dita Von Teese.
  43. holidaze
    The Cut’s Advent Calendar: 18 Days to Go!It’s not the holidays without The Nutcracker!
  44. first looks
    Enjoy This Video of a Graceful Shirtless ManCourtesy of Garage magazine and the British Fashion Council.
  45. fashion meets tech
    Iris Van Herpen Explains Her Plastic Costumes for the New York City BalletIn the past couple of years, fashion designers from Prabal Gurung to Valentino have created costumes for the ballet’s galas. But none quite approach the sheer surrealness of this Dutch couturier.
  46. first looks
    First Look: A Sale for Chic NYC Ballet CostumesThis includes: tutus, ballet shoes, special costumes, and more.
  47. look of the day
    Uma Thurman Glowed in WhiteShe looked elegant even in flat sandals.
  48. pret-a-ballet
    Altuzarra’s Ballet Costumes Debuted Last NightThey’re no skunk mittens, but they’re very nice.
  49. givenchy
    Riccardo Tisci Designed Skirted Birthday Suits for the BalletThey’re kind of like your third-grade skeleton costume.
  50. male gaze
    Male Gaze: David Hallberg’s Impeccable PostureBallet: They say it does wonders for the core muscles.
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