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Ask La Cour Farewell is a distinguished Danish-born ballet artist whose career spans the world’s leading theaters. Born in Copenhagen and trained at the Royal Danish Ballet School, he joined the Royal Danish Ballet in 2000 before moving to the United States to join the New York City Ballet in 2002. Rising through the ranks, he became a soloist in 2005 and a principal dancer in 2013. His NYCB farewell performances in October 2021—featuring works such as Monumentum pro Gesualdo and After the Rain—marked the end of a remarkable stage career with the company. Since retiring from NYCB, Ask La Cour Farewell has focused on teaching and mentoring the next generation of dancers, sharing his expansive experience at Det Kongelige Teater (The Royal Danish Theatre) and, from 2023 onward, as a ballet instructor at Tivoli Balletskole. This page offers a detailed biography, highlights from his repertoire, and information about upcoming appearances and educational engagements. We’ve got you covered for reliable, straightforward information and easy access to events as they are announced.