by Leigh Witchel It’s ballerina season at New York City Ballet. The company’s switch from a long run of Peter … More
Tag: Tiler Peck
First Rate and Beyond
by Leigh Witchel There’s first rate, and there’s world class. It’s pointless to carp about something being “only” first rate; … More
BackLog: The Elephant in the Room, an unpublished review from 2011
[Author’s note 6-19-20. I ran across this piece today when doing unrelated research. I chose not to publish it in … More
At 116
by Leigh Witchel What’s the traditional present for a 116th birthday? Diamonds, Emeralds, Rubies? Instead of jewels, New York City … More
Basic Instincts
by Leigh Witchel Sometimes pianos are forced to play the concerto themselves. Lack of coaching is a legendary complaint of … More
Going On With The Show
by Leigh Witchel When you’re uncertain, wear your best outfit. New York City Ballet took that advice. The company has … More
The Bird We Saw, The Prince We Know
by Leigh Witchel Tiler Peck and Chase Finlay’s debuts in “Swan Lake” had fewer revelations than confirmations. Peck is more … More
NYCB’s Swan Lake: A Consumer Guide
Peter Martins’ “Swan Lake” was first done in Denmark in ‘96, and flew to New York City Ballet in ‘99. … More
Asleep (isn’t always) Beauteous
By Leigh Witchel Alexei Ratmansky’s new work for New York City Ballet’s spring gala, “Odessa,” is at once tongue-in-cheek and … More
Here. Now.
by Leigh Witchel So there we were, gathering to celebrate life after the geniuses died. The Here/Now Festival opened with … More