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AMPLIFYING VOICES || Ft. Soloist Daniel R. Durrett “[That] night was a moment I’ll never forget — I had the honor of wearing a Nutcracker head made to match my skin tone. From Cincinnati to Houston and now in my 8th season with Boston Ballet, I’ve danced in many versions of this classic, always wondering why the heads didn’t reflect the dancers wearing them. We all know the reason… lol. But change is here. This season, Boston Ballet took a meaningful step toward greater representation, and I’m proud to have been the dancer to wear it. Representation matters. Progress matters. And moments like this remind me why we keep pushing forward. ????” - Daniel R. Durrett In honor of Black History Month, we are amplifying the voices of Black dancers and artists at Boston Ballet. Hear from Soloist Daniel R. Durrett on what this moment means to him on the PBS News Hour >> https://lnkd.in/e6925y-9 Stay tuned as we continue to share more stories within our Boston Ballet community. #BostonBallet #BHM #BBAmplifyingVoices #AmplifyingVoices #BlackHistoryMonth

Tattoos have a history of being taboo in the ballet world, but that perception has been slowly evolving. And even though tattoos are becoming more common, some dancers may still feel uncertain about how their body art will be perceived. In this article, three artists share why they’ve gotten them, how they’ve navigated introducing their tattoos to artistic staff, and how they cover them (if necessary) for performances. Read it at https://lnkd.in/eBr3QdQx ?? (clockwise from top left): Boston Ballet artist Schuyler Wijsen; photo by Gabriel Lorena, courtesy Boston Ballet. New York City Ballet soloist Alec Knight; photo by Taylor Stanley, courtesy NYCB. Royal Swedish Ballet principal Madeline Woo; photo courtesy Woo. ??: Sierra Hitchcock #ballettattoo #tattoos #balletdancer Descriptions: 1) A collage of three photos of ballet dancers with tattoos. Text: Body Art in Ballet: 3 Dancers On Their Tattoos

AMPLIFYING VOICES || Ft. Choreographer My’Kal Stromile In honor of Black History Month, we are amplifying the voices of Black dancers and artists at Boston Ballet. Today, former Boston Ballet Artist and current choreographer My’Kal Stromile is taking over Instagram Stories! Join My’Kal for a special look at his choreography coming to the stage at the Boston Ballet Ball this weekend, Feb 8. My’Kal’s choreography extends well beyond Boston. At Juilliard, he received Choreographic Honors three years in a row and was awarded the school’s Hector Zaraspe Prize in 2018. In 2023, he created Form and Gesture for Boston Ballet. This past fall My’Kal was commissioned to create, Word for Word at the Paris Opera Ballet, notably as the first black American male choreographer to create a world premiere for the Paris Opera's Season Opening Gala. Hear from My'Kal on what this experience has meant to him: “Creating Word for Word for the Paris Opera Ballet at age 29 was a profound honor—an opportunity to engage with the history of one of the world’s most storied ballet institutions while bringing my own voice, my own lineage, into that space. As a young Black American choreographer, standing in the Palais Garnier, shaping movement within its walls, I felt the weight of tradition but also the urgency of progress. That experience was not just about creating a ballet; it was about expanding the conversation of who contributes to ballet’s future. To now share my work with Boston Ballet during Black History Month feels like a full-circle moment—a celebration of the past, present, and future of ballet, reflecting the many voices that shape its ongoing story.” -My'Kal Stromile Stay tuned as we continue to share more stories within our Boston Ballet community. Photos by Agathe Poupeney

#JobAlert! Boston Ballet is #hiring a new Annual Giving Officer. The new role is responsible for driving the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of Boston Ballet’s giving circles, particularly focused on the?Friends’ Circle and Young Partners?and the steady growth of these programs. The Annual Giving Officer joins a dynamic development team at an exciting moment of growth for Boston Ballet and serves within the organization as a strong collaborator and champion for the giving circles, striving to maximize donor and patron experiences. Interested or know a great potential candidate? More details here >> https://lnkd.in/edQah_Ks

Teagan Hosbein and I had a GREAT time tabling today at the Boston Ballet! We are deeply grateful to the vital work Alicia G. is doing to make ballet a more equitable, inclusive, and celebratory space for future generations. This passion for empowering youth is where we overlap in our work (that, and my lifelong love of dance!) Thanks for having us!

Thanks to Boston Ballet, 20 ATASK clients and their children experienced the magic of The Nutcracker! One client shared: I’m so grateful for the wonderful time I had with my child. This was meaningful and enjoyable. Big thanks for making this holiday special, as this was my child's first time to the show. We’re so grateful for this partnership that brings smiles and new memories to the families we serve. #ATASK #Holiday #MakingDreamsComeTrue #Grateful #bostonballet #bostonballetnutcracker

“We want to remove as many barriers as possible.” -Executive Director Ming Min Hui The Sensory Friendly performance of The Nutcracker is coming to the stage tomorrow, Dec 6 at 1:30pm. Learn how Boston Ballet has adapted the in-theater experience to welcome everyone >> https://bit.ly/3VqDyCL

“The sensory friendly production was perfect. We didn’t have to apologize. We didn’t have to explain. We just enjoyed it—the orchestra, the ballet, the backdrops, the Opera House. But most of all, watching the pure happiness and amazement on our child’s beautiful face.”?-2023 Audience Member Ballet is for everyone ?? Learn more about our Sensory Friendly Performance of The Nutcracker on Dec 6 1:30pm in Boston Globe Media! >> https://lnkd.in/etCNgPxC

The story you’ve all wanted—hear from the unstoppable principal dancers, brother and sister, Jeffrey and Lia Cirio, on her second mainstage choreographic work as part of Fall Experience, only on stage until tomorrow! >> https://lnkd.in/eJgVAtzX

“The scale is unparalleled. Her work is simply brilliant, like no choreographer I’ve ever seen in my life. Her process, her approach to choreography is so relevant. It comes from such an honest place. It’s like a tidal wave that takes you with it. I think she’s found the nerve of the time like nobody else.” -Artistic Director Mikko Nissinen Read more on Crystal Pite’s The Seasons’ Canon where 54 dancers take the stage for largest work Boston Ballet has ever presented >> https://bit.ly/40mFU8S