Tag: ETA Hoffman

The 250-Year Legacy of E.T.A. Hoffmann and His Influence on Dance

In the dance world, E.T.A. Hoffmann (1776–1822) is best known as the author whose stories inspired The Nutcracker and Coppélia, two staples of the ballet repertory. But he was more than an inventive storyteller: He was also a lawyer, composer, painter, conductor, and music critic. Hoffmann’s eerie and fantastical stories have been in print for […]

Letter From the Editor: Start Summer on Strong Footing

Our dancers spend countless hours on their feet—let’s help them take better care of them. If you’re looking for practical ways to build strength, improve articulation, and support long-term foot health, I hope you’ll join us for our next DT+ Teacher Talk, “Exercises for Strong, Supple Feet,” on Thursday, July 23, at 12 pm EDT. […]