The 90s were a dismal time for dance in America. A new study reports falling audiences, declining funding and major debt by most companies. Which dance companies fared best? “The ballets that most effectively coped with financial crises were medium-sized companies with annual budgets of $1 million to $5 million.” The Plain Dealer (Cleveland)
Tag: 04.01.01
NOT MY FAULT
Alliger denies that negotiations over his leaving are causing Dance Umbrella to close. “My point of view is that the board sort of painted the story that the financial troubles are because of our negotiations. Nah! That’s just a drop in the bucket.” Boston Herald
WHEN BREAK DANCING MEETS BALLET
When breakdancers and members of London’s Royal Ballet get together to try out one another’s moves, mutual appreciation break out. Sunday Times (London) 04/01/01