Alexei Ratmansky creates a joyful new “Paquita” for New York City Ballet, giving the dancers a classical frame in which to find new versions of themselves. By Gia Kourlas It’s a test tube ...

Jane Coombs on a new choreography of “Paquita” performed by New York City Ballet.

Ashley Bouder bid farewell, Mira Nadon dazzled in “Swan Lake,” Maria Tallchief was honored and Alexei Ratmansky had another winner.