Ann Marie DeAngelo is an American choreographer, director, producer, teacher, consultant and former dancer. She was a leading ballerina with the

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, where early on she was pegged by ''

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'' magazine as "one of America's most outstanding ballerinas" and where she later served as associate director at the time of the company's move to

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in 1995. DeAngelo was the founding artistic director of Ballet de Monterrey, and served as artistic director of Ballet Omaha during the 1990s. She founded her own experimental troupe in the late 1980s called Ballet D'Angelo, creating several full-evening productions that toured extensively in

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. She is currently the director of DeAngelo Productions, an umbrella company for creating and producing dance-related projects. She continues to work internationally as a director, choreographer, and teacher.

Early life and education

DeAngelo was born in

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, and grew up in

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. Her mother enrolled her in ballet at the age of three-and-a-half to help her overcome shyness before kindergarten. DeAngelo later trained in

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, at Roland & Reid Dance with Cecchetti specialist Frederika Mohr, and subsequently studied on a Ford Foundation scholarship at the San Francisco Ballet School with former Kirov Ballet principals Anatole Vilzak and Ludmilla Schollar.

Career

Dancing

Renowned for a "powerful virtuoso technique", DeAngelo was trained in

, with Frederika Mohr in the

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of ballet, and later with

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veterans Anatole Vilzak and

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San Francisco Ballet School San Francisco Ballet School was founded in 1933 as part of the San Francisco Operatic and Ballet School when Gaetano Merola, the founder of the San Francisco Opera, perceived a need for an institution where dancers could be trained to perform in ...

under a

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scholarship. She landed her first job with the

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Ballet. In New York she joined Joffrey II as an apprentice before joining the

in 1973. She worked with the Joffrey for 10 years, performing in works such as ''Viva Vivaldi'', ''

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'' by

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; the Cowgirl in

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's ''

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'', a reconstruction of '' La Vivandiere'' by

Arthur Saint-Léon Arthur Saint-Léon (17 September 1821, in Paris – 2 September 1870) was the '' Maître de Ballet'' of St. Petersburg Imperial Ballet from 1859 until 1869 and is famous for creating the choreography of the ballet '' Coppélia''. Biography He ...

; ''As Time Goes By'', ''Deuce Coupe II'' and ''Cacklin' Hen'' by

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; and works by

Frederick Ashton Sir Frederick William Mallandaine Ashton (17 September 190418 August 1988) was a British ballet dancer and choreographer. He also worked as a director and choreographer in opera, film and revue. Determined to be a dancer despite the oppositio ...

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, William Forsythe,

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, and others. Reviewing her performance in ''Pas des Deesses'' by

Robert Joffrey Robert Joffrey (December 24, 1930 – March 25, 1988) was an American dancer, teacher, producer, choreographer, and co-founder of the Joffrey Ballet, known for his highly imaginative modern ballets. He was born Anver Bey Abdullah Jaffa Khan in Se ...

, New York Times critic

Anna Kisselgoff Anna Kisselgoff (born 12 January 1938) is a dance critic and cultural news reporter for ''The New York Times''. She began at the ''Times'' as a dance critic and cultural news reporter in 1968, and became its Chief Dance Critic in 1977, a role she h ...

wrote, " eAngelois a most spectacular dancer who never fails to dazzle.... heopened the ballet in a highly virtuosic solo that exploited her phenomenal technique." DeAngelo performed the Doll in ''

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'' with

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(currently

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). In the mid-1980s, she was a member of the Frankfurt Ballet under directorship of William Forsythe. In 1976, she competed in the International Ballet Competition in

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, where she received a special award for technical excellence. She was the featured dancer in a TV documentary special on

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. At the competition, she met the legendary ballerina

Alicia Alonso Alicia Alonso (born Alicia Ernestina de la Caridad del Cobre Martínez del Hoyo; 21 December 1920 – 17 October 2019) was a Cuban prima ballerina assoluta and choreographer whose company became the Ballet Nacional de Cuba in 1955. She is bes ...

, and was invited to perform at her International Ballet Festival in Havanna, Cuba. She later created works for the company. Throughout her performing career, DeAngelo worked internationally as a guest artist dancing the classical ballets such as ''Coppelia'', ''Giselle'', ''Swan Lake'', and ''Sleeping Beauty'' with various ballet companies including the

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and

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and The National Ballet of Cuba; festivals including

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; and independent tours such as Stars of American Ballet (dancing with Danilo Radojevic and

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), Stars of World Ballet in Australia, dancing with both Danilo Radojevic and Fernando Bujones in Le Corsaire, Flames of Paris and Don Quixote pas de deux; and alongside other talent including

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, Peter Breuer,

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, Maina Gielgud,

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, Birgit Keil,

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Yoko Morishita Yoko Morishita (森下洋子 ''Morishita Yoko'', born in Hiroshima December 7, 1948) is a Japanese ballerina for Matsuyama Ballet Company. Career Morishita started ballet at the age of three. She moved to Tokyo to start her ballet life in 1963 ...

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, and David Wall; and Dance, Dance, Dance Canadian tour with

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. In 1980, DeAngelo was featured in a dance film about

Anna Pavlova Anna Pavlovna Pavlova. (born Anna Matveyevna Pavlova; – 23 January 1931) was a Russian prima ballerina. She was a principal artist of the Imperial Russian Ballet and the Ballets Russes of Sergei Diaghilev, but is most recognized for creating ...

called ''Pavlova: A Tribute to the Legendary Ballerina'' (1982). In 1989, DeAngelo performed on ''

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'' with James "Skeeter Rabbit" Higgins in a duet created by

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called ''Stop Dancing''.

Choreography

DeAngelo has choreographed over 60 ballets, including for opera and other dance venues. She created her first work in 1980, called ''La Grande Faux Pas''. In 1984, she received a Jerome Robbins Foundation grant to create a piece for the Joffrey II called ''In Kazmidity'' with music by

Léo Delibes Clément Philibert Léo Delibes (; 21 February 1836 – 16 January 1891) was a French Romantic music, Romantic composer, best known for his ballets and French opera, operas. His works include the ballets ''Coppélia'' (1870) and ''Sylvia (b ...

(later staged for Ballet Trockadero in 1990). She soon began to explore her choreographic aesthetic of mixing dance styles and blending forms. She choreographed ''Autumn Baachanal'' for the film ''Pavlova: A Tribute to the Legendary Ballerina'', performing with Ron Reagan Jr. In 1990, DeAngelo created ''Out of Silence'' with music by

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for the

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; and also a pas de trois called ''Lilith'' featuring

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. Both these works later were integrated into a piece for Ballet de Monterrey called ''Paradiso'' (1991).

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pioneer Steffan "

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" Clemente was featured in that work in a leading role, the first time a

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r had been integrated into a traditional ballet. DeAngelo created several works for Ballet de Monterrey, including ''Mademoiselle de M'', a 35-minute work based on Theophile's ''Mademoiselle de Maupin'' with music by

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and Enigma; ''Le Papillon'', to music of

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; and a re-staging of ''

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''. In 2003, DeAngelo collaborated with composer Conni Ellisor to bring the

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legend to life in ''The Bell Witch'' for

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, with an original score by Ellisor and 3-D scenic design by

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. For this she was nominated for a

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Award and a segment of the ballet was performed at the

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, Moscow. DeAngelo was a choreographer for the first

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, and for Dance Break, 2006. In 2007, DeAngelo began a work-in-development called ''In the Mix!'' The piece included ballet dancers, hip hop and

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artists,

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veterans,

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, and

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in a cross-genre exploration of movement in many forms. This show was later in development as ''America Dances'', a variety show of dance, eventually produced as part of Capezio's 130th anniversary celebration. In 2010, DeAngelo choreographed ''The Promise'', a new musical created for the

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. DeAngelo returned to Beijing, China in 2017 choreographing for another new musical based on

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called ''Xanadu''. Later the title was changed to ''Dream Dances'' when it as recreated in Lanqi a province of

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. DeAngelo's choreography was seen at City Center in New York, and the

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in Moscow (May 2013). DeAngelo has presented choreography from 2002 to 2015 as part of her multigenre dance-extravaganza productions that she also produced and directed at City Center in New York City, and in 2018 ''The Cobbler & the Ballerina'' at the

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, Nevada. She has taught choreography through the perspective of focus at

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and

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(2017, 2018)

Artistic director

Ballet D'Angelo – under DeAngelo's direction, Ballet D'Angelo toured extensively in Europe and Cuba from 1984 to 1988. Works included ''Zeitgiest I and II'', ''The Last of the Best'', and ''Gypsie Band''. Ballet de Monterrey – as founding artistic director of Ballet de Monterrey, DeAngelo worked with mentor

who allowed her to use several Cuban dancers, teachers and ballet masters. DeAngelo also used American dancers and imported unique talent such as US Olympic team rhythmic gymnast Charlene Edwards and Mr. Wiggles − introducing a cross-pollination of work to Mexico. DeAngelo created a classical yet innovative "company of the Americas". She received the

Award for special artistic achievement for her contributions. Ballet Omaha – during her season as artistic director of Ballet Omaha she produced works by

, Ann Carlson,

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, Laura Dean, Charles Moulton, and others. Joffrey Ballet of Chicago – in 1995 as associate artistic director, DeAngelo created a vision for the Joffrey's relocation from New York, and along with Artistic Director

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, a successful vision for its artistic future. Arpino created an evening called "Legends" spotlighting female choreographers choreography about iconic female legend singers. Choreographers included DeAngelo, Laura Dean, Joanna Haigood,

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, and

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. In the 2000s, DeAngelo was co-artistic director of the Hamptons Dance Festival with

Director, producer, and other work

DeAngelo has created and staged many special shows and events, including ''Shall We Dance'', a dance tribute to composer

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as part of the Rodgers Centenary celebration in 2002. Since 2002, DeAngelo has staged the annual gala for

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. Those shows include: ''Dancing on Air'', ''That's Entertainment'', ''One World'', ''Dance Rocks!'', ''America Dances!'', ''25th Anniversary'', and ''A Halloween Thriller'', and ''Jump for Joy'' in 2012, ''Broadway & Beyond'' in 2013, ''New York, New York'' in 2014, ''30th Anniversary Celebration'' in 2015. In 2010, she commissioned

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to write a new song called "I'm Really Dancing" with lyrics by

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for that year's gala. Through her "amalgamations of dance" evenings, DeAngelo has presented and commissioned over 200 works from various dance companies and choreographers across different disciplines. She has worked with theater artists and

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winners such as

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Savion Glover Savion Glover (born November 19, 1973) is an American tap dancer, actor and choreographer. Early life The youngest of three sons, Glover was born to a white father, who left the family before he was born, and a black mother. Glover's great-grand ...

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Bebe Neuwirth Beatrice "Bebe" Jane Neuwirth ( ; born December 31, 1958) is an American actress, singer, and dancer. Known for her roles on stage and screen, she has received two Primetime Emmy Awards, Emmy Awards, two Tony Awards, and two Drama Desk Awards. ...

, Billy Porter,

Chita Rivera Dolores Conchita Figueroa del Rivero (January 23, 1933 – January 30, 2024), known professionally as Chita Rivera, was an American actress, singer, and dancer. Rivera received numerous accolades including two Tony Awards, two Drama Desk Awa ...

Kelly Ripa Kelly Maria Ripa (; born October 2, 1970) is an American actress and talk show host. Since 2001, she has been the co-host of the syndicated morning talk show '' Live! with Kelly and Mark'' in various formats. Her co-hosts have included Regis ...

Tommy Tune Thomas James Tune (born February 28, 1939) is an American actor, dancer, singer, theatre director, producer, and choreographer. Over the course of his career, he has won ten Tony Awards, the National Medal of Arts, and a star on the Hollywood Wal ...

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, and

Karen Ziemba Karen Ziemba (born November 12, 1957) is an American actress, singer and dancer, best known for her work in musical theatre. In 2000, she won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her performance in '' Contact''. Biography Zie ...

, as well as producer

Nigel Lythgoe Nigel Lythgoe OBE (; born 9 July 1949) is an English television and film director and producer, television dance competition judge, former dancer in the Young Generation and choreographer. He was the producer of the shows ''Pop Idol'' and ''Ame ...

. In 2001, she created and directed ''The Variety Show – Jugglin' Styles'' which premiered at the Annenberg Center in

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. In 2009, she was director of the show ''Thank You, Gregory – A Tribute to Legends of Tap'' that opened at the

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in Philadelphia, featuring

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and

Jason Samuels Smith Jason Samuels Smith (born October 4, 1980) is an American tap dancer, choreographer, and director. Early life and career Samuels Smith was born in New York City to professional performing arts parents Sue Samuels and JoJo Smith. He began his p ...

. In the same year, she also directed ''Ghettomade'', a work created by Mr. Wiggles that premiered at

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in London. Currently the show is expanding to include

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. In 2012, she conceived, produced, and directed the 125th anniversary gala for

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at City Center in New York City in 2012. In 2016, Career Transition for Dancers merged with the Actors Fund and is a part of

's Dancers Resource; however, DeAngelo continued to produce and direct fundraisers in 2016 and 2017. She returned to produce and direct the Capezio 130th anniversary show in 2018, and the Capezio Awards. Awardees included

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, David Parsons,

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, and Mr. Wiggles, who performed on the evening celebration along with others including

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winner Ephrat Asherie, Contemporary West Dance Theatre, DNA,

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, and ''

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'' winner Lex Ishimoto. Host was

, and

was a presenter. She has taught for numerous dance companies and universities, as well as workshops to non-dancers called "Bringing Performance to Life" at resorts and spas. She has taught personalities such as

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Choreography

* 2018 ''The Cobbler & The Ballerina'', Capezio 130th Anniversary, Las Vegas * 2017 ''Code Vivaldi'', Hotchkiss School; ''Dream City'', Beijing, China * 2017 ''Dream City'' (Kublai Kahn), LanQi, Inner Mongolia * 2016 ''The Cello Song'', Rosie's Theater Kids, New York City * 2015 ''American Dance Collage'', City Center, New York City * 2014 ''Guy..'', National Choreography Initiative gala * 2013 ''Last Time I Cry'',

, Moscow * 2012 ''The Cobbler Rap/The Cobbler & The Ballerina'',(

125th Anniversary Gala) * 2012 ''Blackberry Winter'',

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* 2011 ''She Remembers?'', Career Transition for Dancers (CTFD) Gala, City Center NYC * 2010 ''The Promise'' (a musical), Shanghai

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* 2010 ''I'm Really Dancing'', Final CTFD Gala (new song by

) * 2010 ''The Process: Discovery & Integration'', National Choreography Initiative * 2009 ''A Tribute to Broadway'', Ballet de Monterrey * 2009 ''Ghettomade: A Journey Thru Time'',

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, London * 2008 ''La Noche'', Ballet de Monterrey,

Joyce Theater The Joyce Theatre Foundation is a leading presenter of dance in New York City and nationally. It is runs, in part, from the Joyce Theater, a 472-seat dance performance venue located in the Chelsea, Manhattan, Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan in ...

* 2008 ''In The Mix!'', Workshop, New York City * 2007 ''P.E.A.C.E.'', Rosie's Theater Kids * 2007 ''Jugglin' Styles II'', (creator/contributing) * 2007 ''Dance Rocks'', CTFD Gala Opening number * 2006 ''The Guy in the White Shirt'',

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* 2006 ''Dance Break NYC'', (Mystical Undines; Personals) * 2005 ''Paradise Re-visited'', Ballet de Monterrey, Mexico * 2004 ''The Guy in the White Shirt'', (workshop) National Choreography Initiative * 2004 ''A Glimpse2'', re-created for BalletNY * 2004 ''Mega 21'',

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* 2003 ''The Bell Witch'' (one-act ghost story, original music), Nashville Ballet * 2003 ''Walk On'', starring Mr. Wiggles, Nevada Ballet Theater * 2002 ''Ghost Town'', Ohio Ballet * 2002 ''The Empty Cup'',

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* 2001 ''A Glimpse'',

Oregon Ballet Theatre Oregon Ballet Theatre (OBT) is a ballet company in Portland, Oregon, United States. The company performs an annual five-program season at the Portland Center for the Performing Arts and conducts regional and national tours. It was featured in th ...

* 2001 ''Successful Worry'', Ballet Pacifica * 2000 ''Nike Nana'', Pittsburgh Ballet Theater * 1999 ''Blackberry Winter'', Ballet Pacifica (2000 Ohio Ballet, ABT II) * 1999 ''Crisis'', Connecticut Ballet (Zig Zag) * 1998 ''Duet'', Hamptons Dance Festival * 1998 ''Strings'', solo for Rasta Thomas * 1998 ''Kali Ma'', Joffrey Ballet of Chicago * 1997 ''Legends'', Joffrey Ballet of Chicago * 1995 ''Lilith'', Ballet Omaha * 1994 ''MAYA'' (mini-opera), Ballet de Monterrey * 1993–1991 ''PARAISO'', Ballet de Monterrey * 1992 ''Mademoiselle de Maupin'', Ballet de Monterrey * 1991 ''The Gift'', Alicia Alonso − National Ballet of Cuba * 1991 ''Don't Look Back'', Martine VanHamel/Kevin McKenzie −

Jacob's Pillow Dance Jacob's Pillow is a Dance studio, dance center, school and performance space located in Becket, Massachusetts, in the Berkshires. The facility itself was listed as a National Historic Landmark District in 2003. History The site of Jacob's Pi ...

* 1991 ''La Traviata'', Mexico City Opera * 1990 ''The Nutcracker'', Ballet de Monterrey * 1990 ''Out of Silence'', National Ballet of Cuba * 1988 ''Concerto for Elvis'', Long Beach Ballet * 1988 ''Gypsie Band'', Ballet D'Angelo * 1987 ''What's Real'', Iowa Ballet * 1986 ''Zeitgeist II'', Ballet D'Angelo * 1986 ''The Last of the Best'', Ballet D'Angelo * 1986 ''Zeitgiest 1'', Ballet D'Angelo * 1984 ''Next Time'', New Amsterdam Ballet * 1984 ''In Kazmidity'', Joffrey II Dancers,

Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo is an all-male drag (clothing), drag ballet troupe that parodies the conventions of Romantic ballet, romantic and classical ballet. The company's current artistic director is Tory Dobrin. The dancers portray ...

* 1984 ''Midler Medley'', Ballet D'Angelo * 1983 ''Stay With Me'', tour with

Maya Plisetskaya Maya Mikhailovna Plisetskaya (; 20 November 1925 – 2 May 2015) was a Soviet and Russian ballet dancer, choreographer, ballet director, and actress. In post-Soviet times, she held both Lithuanian and Spanish citizenship.

* 1982 ''Pavlova'', CBC film; ''Tribute to Pavlova'' (stage, 1982)

References

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