On Thursday, May 5, 2022, the northwest corner of West 64th Street and Columbus Ave officially became Jacques d'Amboise Place. This is part of the National Dance Institute's efforts to celebrate the life and career of Jacques d'Amboise, who passed away last May. Mr. d'Amboise was an American ballet dancer, choreographer, actor, and educator. He joined the New York City Ballet in 1949 and was named principal dancer in 1953, dancing in 24 roles for George Balanchine. He also founded the
@nationaldanceinstitutein 1976 to promote dance to children.
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