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Phenomenon: Ethan Stiefel

Article Abstract:

Ethan Stiefel, a member of the New York City Ballet from 1989 to 1996, is an example of the danseur noble. Stiefel is one of the finest technicians in the world and one of the best Balanchine stylists to have ever been a member of that category. Stiefel also is an excellent creative performer. Stiefel has emphasized in interviews the importance of risk-taking in achieving newness in performances. Stiefel's achievements are an inspiration to other artists.

Appreciation, New York City Ballet Company, Stiefel, Ethan

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Urban renewal

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Doug Elkins' dance 'Center my Heart' is set to the Qawwali music of the modern Pakistani artist Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan. Qawwali is the devotional music of the Sufis, who follow the anicenti Islamic mysticism. Elkins's identification with the spirit of this music is clear, but his new dance manages not to be folkloric. One reasons is that Elkins includes both sexes in this dance, in contrast to the all-male, Sufi tradition.

Achievements and awards, Elkins, Doug, Dance Theater Workshop (New York, New York)

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An Aurora in London

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The various ballet performances in London, by Roberta Marquez and Marianela Nunez, are presented. A comparative study of different kinds of Auroras in London is presented, of which Roberta Marquez is the best Aurora.

Comparative analysis, Performances, Auroras, Ballet dancing, Marquez, Roberta, Nunez, Marianela

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