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[VIDEO] Why Pointe Shoes Cost the NYC Ballet Nearly $1 Million A Year

2024-12-14T12:00:00-05:00

Dancers at the New York City Ballet go through about 7,000 pairs of pointe shoes each year. That's because traditional pointe shoes break down after only a few wears. All of them come from Freed of London, which has been one of the world's leading ballet-shoe manufacturers for nearly 80 years. We went behind the scenes with the New York City Ballet and Freed of London to see how pointe shoes became such a big business.

00:00 - Introduction
01:42 - Rehearsals at NYCB
03:02 - NYCB Shoe Room
04:30 - Shoe Fitting
05:52 - Breaking In
07:08 - Making Pointe Shoes at Freed of London
10:25 - History of Pointe Shoes
11:21 - Gaynor Minden Pointe Shoes
14:26 - Grace's Preference
15:52 - Dyeing Shoes
17:16 - Preparing for Performance
18:30 - Nutcracker Performance
19:28 - Credits

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[VIDEO] Discover New York City: Top 10 Must-See Attractions and Landmarks

2023-11-10T12:00:00-05:00

Are you planning a trip to New York City or just looking for some new things to do? Look no further! Our video takes you on a tour of the top 10 must-see places in the city that never sleeps. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, these attractions will give you a taste of everything the city has to offer.

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[WATCH] Discover New York City: Top 10 Must-See Attractions and Landmarks

2023-07-05T12:00:00-04:00

Are you planning a trip to New York City or just looking for some new things to do? Look no further! Our video takes you on a tour of the top 10 must-see places in the city that never sleeps. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, these attractions will give you a taste of everything the city has to offer.

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[VIDEO] First Chinese Principal Dancer in NYC Ballet History Hopes to Inspire

2022-10-20T12:00:00-04:00

Chun Wai Chan is the first Chinese principal dancer in New York City Ballet’s 74-year history. The 30-year-old who was born in China’s southern Guangdong province, says he still finds it “unbelievable” each time he hears his name announced as the US troupe’s top-ranked performer. Chan hopes his experience in one of the foremost dance companies in the world will inspire more Asians to pursue professional ballet careers. “Asian male dancers are definitely able to dance,” he said, “because I have been dancing forever.”

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[WATCH] New York City Ballet Digital Fall Season: All Balanchine

2020-09-30T12:00:00-04:00

Welcome to New York City Ballet's Digital Fall Season. Our first program of the season, introduced by Principal Dancer Maria Kowroski, features a collection of ballets created by our Co-founding Choreographer George Balanchine spanning a quarter century of his creative output – from Symphony in C (1947) to Stravinsky Violin Concerto (1972).

This program will be available until October 6, 2020 at 8 PM EDT. Check out the video page for more info on any of the numbers.

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[VIDEO] New York City Ballet Presents George Balanchine's The Nutcracker

2019-10-16T16:00:00-04:00

The music, the characters, the adventure – George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® is a timeless hallmark of the holiday season. A hush falls over the bustle of New York City as the theater’s lights dim and a picturesque world of magic and merriment is revealed onstage. Brave little Marie embarks on a wondrous journey, where she encounters toys that cavort and captivate, snowflakes shimmering in a blizzard of balletic splendor, and a collection of sweet treats teeming with delight. Don’t miss this cherished classic sure to keep hearts – young and old – warm and spirited all season long.

Visit NYC Ballet for tickets or more information on George Balanchine's The Nutcracker®. On stage November 26th through January 5th, 2020.

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[VIDEO] Here's How NYC Ballet’s Lauren Lovette "Gets It Done"

2019-10-04T12:00:00-04:00

Lauren Lovette isn’t just a principal dancer with New York City Ballet — she’s also a choreographer. Since joining the company as a corps member in 2010, she’s captivated audiences around the world with her undeniable talent and charm. In this episode of Doing the Most, Lauren walks the Cut through her typical day from rehearsals to performances and everything in between. Her latest ballet, The Shaded Line, premieres at the company’s fall gala, and performances continue through October 13.

Head over to NYC Ballet to learn more about Lauren Lovette and "The Shaded Line".

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[VIDEO] New York City Ballet 19-20 Season: They Are Poets of Gesture

2019-09-11T12:00:00-04:00

"They are poets of gesture" – George Balanchine. Tickets for the 19-20 Season are on sale now

Visit New York City Ballet for more info and tickets for the 2019-2020 season.

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Learn All About The New York City Ballet in This Short Intro Video

2019-08-06T11:00:00-04:00

What makes every performance at New York City Ballet magic? Hint: It takes a lot of people. Watch our Education Dept's adorable new video, which takes you behind the scenes of morning class, the costume shop, the shoeroom, and much more. And get tickets to our upcoming 19-20 Season performances and education events — now on sale.

Visit the NYC Ballet website for tickets or more information.

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[WATCH] New York City Ballet Presents: George Balanchine's JEWELS

2019-08-02T17:00:00-04:00

Emeralds, Rubies, and Diamonds take center stage as George Balanchine's Jewels brings opulence and grandeur to life. […] Directed by Yoonha Park. Produced by Neighborhood Watch and NYCB

See George Balanchine's "Jewels" this fall when it opens in the New York City Ballet's 2019/2020 season.

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