The internet got a kick out of this. Former Rockette Alina Silver posted a throwback video of her audition for the iconic dance company while seven and a half months pregnant — and it quickly went viral with a combined 11.7 million views on TikTok and Instagram. Commenters marveled over her astounding accomplishment, calling her “super human,” “badass” … Read more
Vivid Seats is the New York Post’s official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. In 1925, the Rockettes (then known as “the Roxyettes”) got their merry start in St. Louis, MO. For seven years, choreographer Russell … Read more
Early Tuesday morning, while most of New York City was rushing to work, more than 1,000 eager dancers — from 45 states and 34 countries — hogged the sidewalk of 50th Street as they lined up outside Radio City Music Hall to audition for a coveted spot on the famous kickline’s 100th year. Addison Brill, … Read more
It’s called a Christmas Spectacular for a reason. Auditions for the legendary Radio City Rockettes began this week as more than 800 dedicated dancers flooded the Midtown theater for an open call and a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the show. Competition was fierce, with only 14 openings in the 84 positions between the Christmas Spectacular … Read more
Hannah Welsh, a spirited second-year Radio City Rockette hailing from Georgia, embodies a lifelong dedication to dance that culminated in her dream role with the world-renowned Rockettes. From her early years, dancing was an inherent part of her life, spurred by a passion that began at the tender age of 3. Arriving in New York … Read more
Fiona Davis writes gripping historical dramas set in New York City’s most glittering landmarks, from the Frick Collection to the Chelsea Hotel. But in 2021, 81-year-old Sandra Lachenauer contacted Davis through her website suggesting another location: Radio City Music Hall. “She said, ‘You know, I’m a former Rockette and if you want to know all … Read more