Who are the organizations behind this convening? IABD is dedicated to preserving and promoting “dance by people of African ancestry or origin,” and strives to ensure that this art form is “revered, ...

Stafford Berry Jr., director of Indiana University's African American Dance Company, was recently honored in the first group of artisans and folk-artisans given the Midwest Culture Bearers Award. We ...

The ballerina has advocated for dancers of color on and off stage. In a farewell gala this week, she celebrated her ...

From Dallas Black Dance Theatre to Pegasus Contemporary Ballet, we’ve got all the info you need on these Fall performances.

HOUSTON, Texas -- Lauren Anderson considers the Houston Ballet studio her second home. Weeks ago, she found herself shut out because of the pandemic and extreme weather. However, she has plenty of ...

India Bradley is a prima ballerina making history in the dance world. Bradley has become the New York City Ballet's first Black soloist in the company’s history, The New York Times reports. Promoted ...

According to data from Zippia, Black professional dancers are both underrepresented and underpaid in their profession. Black dancers make up approximately 7% of the dancer workforce while also being ...

The dancers unionized in May. As nine former members of the Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) seek reinstatement into the group, the American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) has issued a Do Not Work ...

She joined the kickline and broke the color barrier. In 1988, 19-year-old Jennifer Jones became the first black Rockette when she danced with the iconic group for the Super Bowl halftime show. “It was ...

CHICAGO (CBS) -- A new, brilliant exhibit by ART on THE MART highlights the work of a stunning, local dance troupe showcasing innovative dance from the city. The Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project ...

Misty Copeland has taken her final bow. On Wednesday, Oct. 22, Copeland, 43, celebrated her final ballet performance with ...