principal dancer
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Ryan Tomash, promoted to principal dancer this year, took on several roles for the first time, and distinguished himself with his vivid presence and his eager energy as both dancer and partner.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
A video clip featured in the “Addictive Ballet” episode shows New York City Ballet principal dancer Ashley Bouder launching herself into a jeté so high she seems to leave Earth’s gravity.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026
But the season’s most eagerly attended performance was a gala honoring principal dancer Misty Copeland with a farewell showcase.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 3, 2025
Beginning dance at age 13 — unusually late for professional standards — she defied systemic barriers to become ABT’s first Black female principal dancer in 2015.
From Salon • Oct. 26, 2025
Some of the girls think it’s unfair favoritism, since her mom is a former principal dancer, but I’ve never felt that way.
From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day
