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HOUSTON BALLET ANNOUNCES PROMOTIONS AND ADDITIONS TO THE COMPANY FOR THE 2012-2013 SEASON Aaron Robison Joins as a Soloist Soo Youn Cho Joins as a Demi Soloist HOUSTON, TEXAS– Houston Ballet Artistic Director Stanton Welch announced plans today for the company’s 2012-2013 season, including promotions and additions of new dancers. Aaron Robison, previously a principal [...]

Tulips by Tracy blossom in ballet studios around the world In May I introduced you to a wonderful new venture by Barcelona Ballet’s Tracy Jones – her hand-made ballet skirts called Tulips after the shape of the skirts when they are unfurled. Tracy’s company, Tulips by Tracy, has gone from strength to strength and you can currently [...]

Ballet dancer creates ‘Tulip’ skirts for all When Tracy Jones, a professional ballet dancer with Barcelona Ballet began sewing her way through an injury, I was intrigued to know more. Launching her business, Tulips by Tracy as the resulting skirts became popular, Tracy has a number of high-profile clients who say : “Tulips by Tracy are [...]

American Ballet Theatre Principal dancer Angel Corella to retire   Final Performance Scheduled for Thursday, June 28, 2012 At Metropolitan Opera House Angel Corella, Principal Dancer with American Ballet Theatre, has announced he will retire from the Company after the 2012 Metropolitan Opera House season in New York City.  Corella will give his farewell performance [...]