Peter Martins

Peter Martins is a Danish-born choreographer and dancer renowned for his leadership roles in ballet. He served as the Artistic Director of the New York City Ballet from 2009 until 2018, guiding the company’s artistic vision and repertoire. With a distinguished career as a dancer and choreographer, Martins has contributed significantly to the world of classical ballet through his innovative works and leadership, helping to shape one of America's leading ballet companies. His influence extended to mentoring dancers and shaping contemporary ballet programming.