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Gerald Arpino

by Sharon Hoyer | February 3, 2026

Milestones: The Joffrey Ballet Celebrates Seventy with a Tribute to American Dance The spring program honors American choreographers; appropriate for a ballet company that made its name touring the United States while pushing the boundaries of classicism in dance. Newcity spoke with Joffrey artistic director Ashley Wheater about the program.

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by Sharon Hoyer | January 27, 2026

Dance Top 5: February/March 2026

by Sharon Hoyer | July 3, 2024

Every Fiber Of Her Being: An Interview with Joffrey Ballet Artist Victoria Jaiani

by Sharon Hoyer | September 7, 2023

Jerry and Mr. Joffrey: A Centennial Celebration of Gerald Arpino, Co-Founder and “Architect of the Dancers” of One of America’s Premier Ballet Companies

by Sharon Hoyer | August 30, 2023

Dance Top 5: September 2023

by Sharon Hoyer | June 21, 2023

The Rhythm of Life: A Preview of “Joffrey for All Celebration” in Millennium Park

by Hugh Iglarsh | October 20, 2021

Bodily Grace, Spiritual Fire: A Review of Joffrey Ballet’s “Home: A Celebration” at the Lyric Opera House

by Sharon Hoyer | September 9, 2021

Can’t-Miss Dance Events (Fall Arts Preview 2021)

by Sharon Hoyer | December 13, 2013

Preview: Nutcracker/Joffrey Ballet

by Sharon Hoyer | February 11, 2013

Preview: American Legends/Joffrey Ballet

by Brian Hieggelke | January 19, 2011

The Players 2011: The 50 people who really perform in Chicago

by Brian Hieggelke | December 14, 2010

Review: The Nutcracker/Joffrey Ballet

by Brian Hieggelke | May 3, 2010

Review: Eclectica/Joffrey Ballet

by Sharon Hoyer | April 26, 2010

Object Studies: Choreographer Jessica Lang finds inspiration in a simple intersection

by Brian Hieggelke | December 21, 2009

At Zeroes End: Dance in Chicago, 2000-2009

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