Category Archives: Paul Taylor

Paul Taylor Dance Company in Six Works to Bach

Posted on April 6, 2013 by

Check out the latest issue of The Brooklyn Rail to read my review of Paul Taylor Dance Company’s recent season at Lincoln Center’s David Koch Theater. I zeroed in on the six dances Taylor has choreographed since 1961 to Bach … Continue reading →

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From Ballet to Bare Feet: 12 Questions for Paul Taylor Dance Company’s Jamie Rae Walker

Posted on February 29, 2012 by

The Paul Taylor Dance Company member discusses what Taylor has taught her, the joys and challenges of her roles, and why she gave up her ballet slippers to dance in bare feet. Continue reading →

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Back to the Classics: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Welcomes Paul Taylor’s Arden Court into Its Repertory

Posted on December 6, 2011 by

The men and women of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater are athletic, disciplined, and above all charismatic performers, which makes Paul Taylor’s Arden Court the perfect vehicle for them. The energetic 1981 work for nine dancers — set to selections … Continue reading →

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Contemporary Classicism & Modern Dance Americana: Tharp, Taylor & Ratmansky with American Ballet Theatre

Posted on November 14, 2011 by

Before this week, American Ballet Theatre brought to mind – mine, at least – lovesick swans, rejoicing peasants, sleeping princesses, and frilly tutus. I’ve been watching dance regularly only since February 2010, and the company’s annual spring seasons at the … Continue reading →

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Friday Night Phantasmagoria: Paul Taylor Dance Company at New York City Center

Posted on February 27, 2011 by

Well, it finally happened: On Friday I saw Paul Taylor Dance Company perform. Since my obsession with dance took hold last year, I’ve looked forward to little more than Taylor’s annual spring season at New York City Center. I’ve watched … Continue reading →

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