“The Winter’s Tale” is regarded as one of William Shakespeare’s great romances but it was originally categorized as a comedy. While there is humor and romance, tragedy and drama are also present. The ...

With kings and princes, sweets and fairies and toys that come to life, “The Nutcracker” is the magic of Christmas, choreographed. One of the most popular ballets in the world, it has been an American ...

When the Nutcracker premiered in St. Petersburg, Russia more than a century ago, critics hated it. But now it’s become what might be the most popular ballet in the world. For many, it’s a holiday ...

Joffrey Ballet artistic director Ashley Wheater has been doing “The Nutcracker” for six decades. He performed in the ballet for the first time at age 6, dancing in the children’s cast of Rudolph ...

Giselle is one of the most famous ballets of all time. The leading role is also one of the most coveted; every ballerina who aims to be great aims to dance as Giselle. It’s the ultimate romantic lead, ...