"Criticism & Culture of Ballet"
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
“Criticism and Culture of Ballet” honors the most important national and international dance critics. Some of our past honorees include; Clive Barnes, Roger Salas, Anna Kisselgoff, Erik Aschengreen, Alfio Agostini, Rene Sirvin, Clement Crisp, Orlando Taquechel, Jean Pierre Pastori, Patricia Aulesti.
Every 10 years to commemorate it's anniversary the Festival presents the "Anniversary Grand Prix Gold Medal". This award has been presented to legendary Prima Ballerina and teacher Violette Verdi on the X anniversary and to Mrs. Nina Loory, Artistic Director of the world renowned "Benois de la Danse" Moscow on the XX anniversary.









Prominent figures who have been honored:

Rocio Barraza Rivacoba
2022 Award
Dance Critic

Jean Pierre Pastori
2015 Award
Dance Swiss

Erik Aschengreen
2010 Award

Baltasar Santiago Martín
2021 Award
Writer and Reviewer

Orlando Taquechel
2014 Award

Anna Kisselgoff
2009 Award
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Sarah L. Kaufman
2019 Award
The Washington Post

Clement Crisp
2013 Award

Roger Salas
2008 Award

Jennifer Stahl
2018 Award
Dance Magazine - Dance Media

Rene Sirvin
2012 Award

Clives Barnes
2007 Award

Patricia Aulestia
2016 Award
Mexican Society of Choreographers

Alfio Agostini
2011 Award