New York Theatre Ballet in ‘Septet’ by Merce Cunningham. Photo: Richard Termine
Honor a legend: New York Theatre Ballet is marking its 35th year – time to reflect on the miracle of this tiny company, which continues to bring the finest and most imaginative in classical and contemporary ballet programming to New Yorkers, at unbelievably affordable ticket prices, largely thanks to the vision and impeccable taste of artistic director Diana Byer.
In these difficult economic times, how do you allocate your giving? Public and private funding is drying up, and the behemoths need our support as much as the tiny upstarts, but if you prefer to be a big fish in a small pond, you won’t find a more deserving company than NYTB. Surf the dazzling reviews. Get to know their amazing dancers. Enlighten yourself on their pioneering outreach program. Give them a call and ask how you can get involved.
You’re not getting any younger, either. So why not do it now?
Thank you for this wonderful posting. It is so beautifully written. NYTB is indeed one of our City’s jewels, and I hope people will respond with the generosity you’ve invited because we need the loveliness NYTB and Diana Byer give us year after year. You yourself do amazing work, and I thank you for the high standard you have set and consistently maintain.
NYTB has been entertaining my family and friends for 20 years. Diana Byer has managed to inspire my children to dance and perform through her company and her school Ballet School New York. I hope your followers will step up and give generously. Thank you for posting about NYTB and Diana. NYTB is a treasure.
This is a great post – so glad you are getting the word out. NYTB is a jewel.