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Turn It Out with Tiler Peck & Friends: bubbling over with passion

Lex Ishimoto in William Forsythe's The Barre Project Blake Works II © Christopher Duggan
Last seen in London in 2023, Turn It Out with Tiler Peck & Friends made a hugely welcome return with the same programme, differently ordered. 
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Maria Tallchief celebration honors her contributions

Indiana Woodward and Jovani Furlan in George Balanchine's Scotch Symphony © Erin Baiano
Last night’s New York City Ballet program gave you an idea of Tallchief’s versatility and depth in a fitting tribute to her great talent.
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Art stands out: Wheeldon, Balanchine and a Justin Peck world premiere

Peter Walker and the Company in Justin Peck's Mystic Familiar © Erin Baiano
Scenic designs left the most lasting impressions of a mixed bill at New York City Ballet featuring a world premiere by Justin Peck.
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Alexa Maxwell's Novice leads an excellent All Stravinsky program

Ashley Laracey and Joseph Gordon in George Balanchine's Stravinsky Violin Concerto © Erin Baiano
The whole evening had an excellence across four ballets that is a rare occasion. And it had a sui generis portrayal in Alexa Maxwell’s Novice. I would highly recommend seeing this program.
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New York City Ballet nods to Jerome Robbins as winter season opens

Sebastian Villarini-Vélez, Emma Von Enck, Devin Alberda, NYCB in Jerome Robbins’ The Four Seasons © Erin Baiano
Some great and some lacklustre performances in the Jerome Robbins triple bill on opening night of New York City Ballet's winter season – and a missed opportunity.   
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New York City Ballet: Balanchine's Americana

Emily Kikta and New York City Ballet in George Balanchine's Western Symphony © Erin Baiano
An evening of George Balanchine’s joyous, kitschy send-ups, with clever parodies of Petipa ballets.
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