Principal Dancer
An American principal dancer of uncommon elegance and versatility, David Hallberg rose to prominence at American Ballet Theatre before becoming the first American male dancer to join the Bolshoi Ballet as a principal, and now directs The Australian Ballet.
Defining moments and milestones
Hallberg emerged as a principal dancer of uncommon grace at American Ballet Theatre, where his elegant line and musicality distinguished him among his peers. His appointment to the Bolshoi Ballet in 2011 as the first American male principal dancer marked a watershed moment in his career and in ballet's international landscape. Now serving as Artistic Director of The Australian Ballet, he continues to influence the art form at the institutional level while remaining connected to the stage.
First American male dancer appointed as principal dancer at the Bolshoi Ballet (2011)
Arizona School for the Arts
Recordings featuring David Hallberg in the Society index
Additional recordings will appear here as the catalog expands.