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"Illinoise: Sufjan Stevens' Musical Journey Through Emotion and Dance"

Justin Peck's "Illinoise," a reimagining of Sufjan Stevens's concept album "Illinois," features dancers who also act, resulting in a hybrid performance that struggles to reveal their true selves. The show, with Broadway ambitions, lacks a clear identity and is criticized for drowning in sentimentality and lacking a compelling story. While the music shines with new arrangements and talented vocalists, the dancers are left with little to do but mirror the lyrics, leading to a production that falls short in building a real sense of community through dance.

1 year ago•Source: The New York Times

"San Francisco Ballet's New Works Initiative: A $60 Million Gift Sparks Creative Focus"

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1.965 min•1 year ago

"San Francisco Ballet's New Works Initiative: A $60 Million Gift Sparks Creative Focus"

San Francisco Ballet has received a monumental $60 million donation from an anonymous donor, the largest in its 91-year history, with the majority of the funds going towards bolstering the company's endowment and financing the creation and acquisition of new works. The remaining amount will be used to cover operating costs in the upcoming seasons under the leadership of artistic director Tamara Rojo. This transformative contribution comes as the company aims to recover from pandemic-related financial strains and move towards creating modern classics.

via The New York Times