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PCMS and BalletX present Petrushka, featuring ensemble132
A mixed perspective on Petrushka
PCMS teamed up with BalletX and ensemble132 for a unique performance featuring onstage chamber music with a program including Bartók and Mozart, and a reimagined performance of the 1911 ballet Petrushka. Camille Bacon-Smith reviews.
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The Month of Philly Dance, January 2025
Another look at Petrushka, a visit from Dance Theater of Harlem, and Sacred Earth
Camille Bacon-Smith previews Philly’s dance performances that start the new year.
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PHILADANCO! presents Then and Now
After touring Germany, PHILADANCO! comes home
After a sold-out tour in Germany, PHILADANCO! brought a mix of popular, re-envisioned works and a premiere by rising choreographer Juel D. Lane to the Perelman stage. Camille Bacon-Smith reviews.
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BalletX brings world premieres to Bryn Mawr this December
A knack for new voices
BalletX in Bryn Mawr features premieres by choreographic fellow Christian Denice and company dancers, along with an audience favorite. Melissa Strong previews.
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Philadelphia Ballet presents The Nutcracker
Tutus bring the sparkle
This year's production of Nutcracker from Philadelphia Ballet finds magic and sparkle in its tutus. Camille Bacon-Smith previews.
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The Month in Philly Dance, December 2025
Nutcrackers abound!
A roundup of Nutcracker shows in Philly, and a variety of other non-holiday-inspired dance performances happening this month. Camille Bacon-Smith previews.
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Penn Live Arts presents Ephrat Asherie Dance’s Shadow Cities, with Arturo O’Farrill
Street dance dazzles in the shadows
Street dance met Afro-Latin jazz in Ephrat Asherie Dance’s Shadow Cities, featuring legendary jazz musician Arturo O’Farrill in its world premiere at Penn Live Arts. Melissa Strong reviews.
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BalletX presents the first decade of its 20th Anniversary Retrospective
A ballet powerhouse goes back to the beginning
Philly’s own BalletX celebrates two great decades with its 20th Anniversary Retrospective, featuring 20 dances in two programs. Melissa Strong reviews Program A: The First Decade.
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The Month in Philly Dance, November 2025
Calpulli Mexican Dance Company, BalletX, and more
Previewing dance performances and events happening in the Philly area this month. Camille Bacon-Smith rounds up.
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BalletX opens its 20th season
A two-part retrospective starts 2025-26
BalletX celebrates its 20th anniversary with a focus on community. Camille Bacon-Smith previews.
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