The ugly laws, however, also had a positive outcome. Disability advocates in the 1970s used the laws as a shocking example of discrimination that demonstrated their need for civil rights protections.

But, amongst the usual suspects – read: loafers and mesh flats – we’ve spied a number of divisive styles that can be collectively referred to as ‘ugly shoes’ gaining popularity.

For over a century, Ernst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann's fairy tale "The Nutcracker and the Mouse King" has never ceased to amaze both children and adults worldwide. The story tells of a little girl who ...

One of the oldest and most traditional stories come Christmas time is The Nutcracker. Every festive season families head to the ballet to witness the dance of the sugar plum fairies and see Christmas ...

When Bluegrass Youth Ballet entered the Lexington dance landscape in 2003, it had a bit of a conundrum when it came to the staple of almost every ballet company’s schedule, “The Nutcracker.” ...

This month’s theme is Ugly Sweater Weather ... adventure into the Land of the Sweets as Ballet Pensacola hosts Nutcracker: Land of the Sweets, an enchanting pre-show brunch inspired by The ...

Search our comprehensive guide to things to do in Brooklyn for more local events — or submit your own! “The Nutcracker” is a classic for a reason. The show is a holiday tradition at ballet companies ...

When tackling well-known works like “The Nutcracker,” ballet companies are challenged with not reinventing the wheel. BalletMet has struck the perfect balance between retaining the production ...

The holiday classic “The Nutcracker” has become a family tradition for many Salina residents. This year’s Salina Symphony and Ballet Salina collaboration will involve more than 80 dancers ...

WESTON - "The Nutcracker" isn't just a holiday tradition for audience, but for those on stage as well. In many companies, dancers perform the ballet every year, taking on different roles as they ...

Each year, the NRG Center is transformed into a Christmas paradise for folks looking for items such as ornaments or the all-important matching, ugly holiday ... Ballet's annual Nutcracker Market ...