Dancewithmary NYC

08/24/2026

https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2026/aug/24/ballet-pandoras-box-ai-aszure-barton-mere-mortals

She was the first woman, according to myth, and she let loose all the evils and sorrows of humanity. But Aszure Barton thinks Pandora’s had a bad rap – and she’s using dance to reimagine her tale

08/24/2026

https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3364245/how-ballet-helps-these-seniors-keep-their-bodies-and-brains-feeling-young

Canny Chan, 68, and Mary Chan, 82, expected physical benefits when they took up ballet two years ago. The cognitive benefits were a surprise.

08/23/2026

https://www.broadwayworld.com/bwwdance/article/Pauline-Clayden-Last-Surviving-Soloist-of-Sadlers-Wells-Landmark-1949-New-York-Debut-Dies-at-103-20260819

Pauline Clayden, the British ballerina and last surviving soloist from Sadler's Wells Ballet's landmark 1949 New York debut, has died at 103.

08/22/2026

I heard the sad news that Kitty Lunn, director of Infinity Dance Theatre passed away. Rip.

08/22/2026

https://www.broadstreetreview.com/profiles/balletx-dancer-ashley-simpson-finds-challenge-and-acceptance-in-philadelphia

Florida native Ashley Simpson danced in Chicago, New York, and Memphis before joining BalletX. She sits down with Melissa Strong to talk about her path…

08/21/2026

https://www.broadwayworld.com/bwwdance/article/Pauline-Clayden-Last-Surviving-Soloist-of-Sadlers-Wells-Landmark-1949-New-York-Debut-Dies-at-103-20260819

08/21/2026

Check out USA edition. Read about some fabulous new footwear from your favorite dancewear brands.

https://www.danceinforma.com/2026/07/29/fall-2026-dance-footwear-roundup/

08/18/2026

https://pointemagazine.com/e-t-a-hoffmann-and-his-influence/?mc_cid=d81173a718&mc_eid=98125b6684

08/17/2026

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/10/arts/dance/juilliard-dance-division-archive-75th-anniversary.html

08/16/2026

https://pointemagazine.com/kade-pyle-ballez-filming-in-class/

Ballez founder Kade Pyle’s decision to stop recording is set against the backdrop of a larger debate in the dance world about if, and when, it’s appropriate to film in class.