Our colleague David Persky captured the team's bliss after the December 3rd's rehearsal.

From left to right: Wendy Whelan, Brian Brooks, Ilter Ibrahimof (producer)

"This is exciting news indeed. Whelan, now in the latter part of her career at NYCB, is one of the most intriguing, soulful dancers around. Watching her, one sees the mental impulse that makes dance into more than a mere physical exercise, as well as the hunger to explore new territory." 

A few words from Marina Harss on Restless Creature, premièring in August at Jacob's Pillow. Read the full article here:

http://marinaharss.wordpress.com/2012/12/06/wendy-whelan-and-dance-theatre-of-harlem-at-jacobs-pillow/