Albert Evans

Albert Pierce Evans (December 29, 1968 – June 22, 2015) was an American ballet dancer and choreographer. He joined the New York City Ballet in 1988, became a principal dancer in 1995, making him the second African American dancer to hold this position, and had pursue choreography. He retired from performing in 2010, then served as a ballet master until his death.

Early life Evans was born in Atlanta. He started training in ballet and modern dance after watching The Nutcracker on television.

Career In 1988, Evans joined the New York City Ballet. He was soon given lead roles by choreographers Eliot Feld and William Forsythe, both for NYCB's American Music Festival. Though he had never worked with George Balanchine, he was known for performing his works. He then served as a ballet master with the company. He also became an assistant to resident choreographer Justin Peck,

Death On June 22, 2015, Evans died at the Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City following a short illness.