Alistair Macaulay is a respected dance critic and writer, widely known for his articulate reviews of ballet and contemporary dance performances. He was the chief dance critic for The New York Times from 2007-2018 and has contributed to various other publications including The Guardian and The Financial Times. Macaulay has also written books on dance, such as "The 'Diaghilev Era' and "The Stepping Stones of Ballet." He holds degrees in English from Cambridge University and Columbia University and has taught at universities including Princeton and Barnard College. Macaulay is known for his extensive knowledge of dance history and his ability to analyze performances with an astute eye, making him a valuable voice in the world of dance criticism.