South African ballet competition inspires a new generation of young dancers

South African ballet competition inspires a new generation of young dancers

Organizers say the competition continues to broaden access to ballet, helping develop a more diverse generation of performers while raising South Africa's profile on the international stage.

Boston Ballet announces 2026–2027 company roster – Beacon Hill Times

Boston Ballet Artistic Director Mikko Nissinen announces the 2026–2027 season roster. The Company includes a diverse roster of 67 professional dancers from around the world. Four new dancers join the main Company, eight new dancers join Boston Ballet II (BBII), and 10 Boston Ballet and BBII dancers received promotions for the upcoming season. “As I celebrate my 25 years with Boston Ballet, I can’t imagine a more inspiring group of artists to lea…