Newport Contemporary Ballet

In an email to supporters and fans on Saturday, March 9, Newport Contemporary Ballet (NCB) announced that Executive Director Peter Bramante is no longer with the company.

NCB did not provide a reason for Bramante’s departure but said, “We are very grateful for his many contributions to the company during these past 4 years, and we wish him much success as he pursues new career opportunities”.

Danielle Genest, who has served as NCB’s Artistic Director, will assume the role of Executive Artistic Director.

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