En Face Magazine

FEATURED THIS WEEK // The dance world celebrates the life and legacy of Judith Jamison, a groundbreaking dancer, choreographer, and visionary leader who left an indelible mark on modern dance. Jamison, who passed away at 81 on Saturday, is best remembered for her transformative work with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, both as a performer and as its longtime Artistic Director. Her legacy—filled with passion, grace, and resilience—will be cherished and honored for generations to come. Tap the link in bio to learn more about Jamison’s powerful career and hear stories from Ailey artists she impacted.? ... ?? Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Artistic Director Emerita Judith Jamison. Photo by Andrew Eccles. Special thank you to @caroline_dartey @adriennehurd @corinth.m @ajordan_ii and @dylanwashington for their beautiful words and memories in honor of Jamison.? @alvinailey @aileyii @theaileyschool

FEATURED THIS WEEK // Tonight, the Limón Dance Company officially returns to The Joyce Theater. To celebrate their 78th season, The Limón Dance Company has curated a historic program to showcase the inspiration that motivated their founder’s style of humanistic forms of storytelling.? Tap the link in bio to read the story! … ?? Limón Dance Company performs Missa Brevis, photo Hisae Aihara

BREAKING NEWS // Global Dance Icon Paul Taylor Dance Company Joins En Face Ballet Collection's Family of Partner Publications. Experience the reimagined in-theater program with an elegant, collectible magazine. The collaboration will debut with the Fall Season Magazine, available on November 5, 2024, at PTDC’s opening night at the David H. Koch Theater in Lincoln Center. A digital edition will also be available online at enfacemagazine.com. Tap the link in bio to read more. ... ?? Jada Pearman of Paul Taylor Dance Company by Rachel Neville.

FEATURED THIS WEEK // After over 30 years, the National Ballet of Ukraine has made an extraordinary return to the U.S. with an action-packed 16-city tour. Amid the tragedy of world events in their homeland, these international artists emerge with a greater purpose.? Tap the link in bio to learn more!?...? ?? Image courtesy of the National Ballet of Ukraine

FEATURED THIS WEEK // As the holidays rapidly approach, we enter a season of gratitude and giving. With Halloween just around the corner, there’s a feast of sweet treats to be had. Many dance companies around the country are twirling into autumn with their sights on more expansive futures. Read all about it on our website via the link in bio! ... ?? Photo Courtesy of The Joffrey Ballet

BREAKING NEWS // New York dance company Ballet Hispánico kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month on a celebratory note. Known for honoring and enriching Latinx culture through the power of movement, the company was named an inaugural participant in the Doris Duke Foundation’s Performing Arts Technologies Lab on Thursday. Tap the link in bio to learn more! ... ?? Ballet Hispanico in Línea Recta. Photo by Ben McKeown, courtesy of the American Dance Festival. ??? #BalletHispanico #Ballet #EnFaceMagazine #HispanicHeritageMonth #DorisDuke

BREAKING NEWS // World-renowned American Ballet Theatre signs En Face Ballet Collection as its exclusive publishing partner at the David H. Koch Theater. This collaboration transforms the traditional, merely practical performance publication into a luxurious magazine. The Fall Season Magazine will be available at ABT’s Fall Season Opening Night on October 16th, 2024, and digitally on enfacemagazine.com, marking a new era in enhancing the in-theater experience. https://lnkd.in/g3zDTWnR ... ?? Scenes from The Kingdom of the Shades. Photo: Quinn Wharton.

Van Cleef & Arpels has always been a symbol of elegance and creativity. Check out how their latest initiatives are enhancing the dance world in this insightful NYT article. https://lnkd.in/gv_5srKt

? MAGAZINE RELEASE ? Experience the evolution of Nashville's dance scene at the Nashville Dance Festival! This community-centric celebration showcases a dynamic range of classic and contemporary live performances by Nashville Ballet Company Artists, members of NB2, Nashville Ballet’s official second company, and esteemed guests from Alonzo King LINES Ballet and Collage Dance Collective. Read the magazine and learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eWtKPtB9

??PARTNER ANNOUNCEMENT?? We are beyond delighted to announce that Ballet RI has joined our family of partner publications! Ballet RI , the premiere dance company in Rhode Island, is the proud evolution of Festival Ballet Providence as it continues to embark on an innovative future. Through performances, education, and community engagement, Ballet RI reimagines a traditional dance form into a modern-day experience. This new brand is a commitment to their home state and community and a continued reimagination, setting the stage for a bold future. “We are thrilled to welcome Ballet RI to the En Face publishing family. Their dedication to the art of ballet and commitment to excellence aligns perfectly with our mission to celebrate and elevate the art form. Together, we look forward to inspiring their devoted patrons of Providence and beyond. A special thank you to Kathleen Breen Combes (@kbreencombes) for this partnership. Welcome to the family!” – Misty Tompoles, Publisher and Founder of En Face Ballet Collection Welcome to the publication family Ballet RI, we are honored to be a part of supporting your inspiring vision. Sign up to be the first to receive the digital Ballet RI magazine: https://lnkd.in/gwNABRBU . . . Photo by Ian Travis Barnard