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Walter’s World: Ailey Season Begins Today

By Walter Rutledge

The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater begins their annual five-week holiday season tonight, November 28, at the New York City Center. The 54th season of the company will offer a diverse roster of works. In addition to a world premiere, and three company premieres, the company will also present Ailey classics and audience favorites.

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Walter’s World: Weekend Picks Dance, Art, and Music

By Walter Rutledge

This weekend has a varied offering of arts events happening around the city and neighboring  communities. Dance, art, and music abound. Here are a few of the events taking place in our community and around the city. Continue reading

Walter’s World: Pre- Holiday Week of Events

By Walter Rutledge

After an extended weekend of Thanksgiving dinners and robust shopping this week promises to be an eventful prelude to the holiday season. Dance, Opera and Theater abound throughout the city with many outstanding productions taking place in Harlem. Continue reading

Walter’s World: Fire Island Dance Festival 17

By Walter Rutledge
The Fire Island Dance Festival 17 took place on Friday July 15th through Sunday July 17th at the palatial waterfront home of Jon Biondo, Tim Horrman and Ryan Coutu.

The residence located in The Pines was converted into an outdoor theatre, complete with a raised stage and tiered proscenium seating. The three day, four-performance festival is a major component in the fundraising efforts of Dancers Responding To AIDS; a program of Broadway Cares. Continue reading

Walter’s World: Preview Paul Taylor Dance Company

By Walter Rutledge

Every artist desires longevity. Beyond the exuberance of youth, and then the serious and cerebral commitment to perfecting one’s craft there comes a time when an artist just creates. This results in a clear and uncontrived conversation between the artist and their muse; and a grateful public has the good fortune to experience the results of this loving alliance. Continue reading