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Since Isadora Duncan introduced modern dance to New York in the early 1900s, New York has attracted a high calibre of choreographers and dancers, including the hugely influential Martha Graham, widely considered the mother of modern dance. The city now has five major dance companies, including the American Ballet Theater and the New York City Ballet, several modern troupes and handfuls of solo stars. City Center Theater, 55th St between 6th Av and 7th Av,T1-212 581 1212. Subway F, N, Q, R, W to 57th St. The Dance Theater of Harlem and the Alvin Ailey are just two of the many famous troupes that perform in this fabulous Moorish-inspired setting. Joyce Theater, 175 Eighth Av at 19th St,T1-212 242 0800. Subway A, C, E to 23rd St. Downtown’s dance house hosts fabulous performances by touring modern dance companies in a welcoming and intimate setting. Metropolitan Opera House, 65th at Columbus Av,T1-212 362 6000. Subway 1-9 to 66th St-Lincoln Center. The American Ballet Theater puts on stunning traditional performances from May to July. International touring companies also perform here. New York State Theater, 65th St at Columbus Av,T1-212 870 5570. Subway 1-9 to 66th St-Lincoln Center. The New York City Ballet performs in winter and spring at this beautiful bejewelled venue at the Lincoln Center. It provides the setting for spectacular, romantic performances such as Romeo and Juliet or Swan Lake.
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