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Oct 23, 2024
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A Fond Farewell: Jillian Barrell

After 16 seasons, Company Dancer, Jillian Barrell, made her final curtain call with Ballet Arizona at the end of the 2023-2024 season. Jillian began her training at Delaware Dance Company […]

Oct 23, 2024
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Celebrating Classics

The art of ballet has spanned centuries and while we live in a fast-changing cultural landscape, the continued performance of classical masterpieces is vital for preserving its rich heritage. Works […]

Oct 23, 2024
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An Exciting Path Ahead: A Letter from Executive Director, Jami Kozemczak

Our Strategic Plan Unveiled As we reflect on the remarkable journey we’ve undertaken, I am proud to share the success of Ballet Arizona’s completed strategic plan and the exciting path […]

Ib Andersen in rehearsal for “Eroica”with company dancers Jillian Barrell and and Nayon Iovino.

Sep 14, 2020
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A Conversation with Ib Andersen

Artistic Director, Ib Andersen, shares his thoughts on being back in the studio and the role the arts play in…

Mimi Tompkins in Ballet Arizona's Swan Lake.

Sep 14, 2020
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In The Spotlight: Goodmans Interior Structures

A conversation with Adam Goodman about the importance of corporate support for the arts.

Ballet Arizona dancer in the wings for Ib Andersen's A Midsummer Night's Dream. Photo by Rosalie O'Connor.

Sep 10, 2020
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5 More Dance Podcasts To Follow

Grab a pair of headphones, we're listening to podcasts! Here are 5 more podcasts to add to your queue.

Nayon Iovino and Jillian Barrell in Ib Andersen's

Sep 03, 2020
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Which Classical Ballet Are You?

From fairy tale princesses to Shakespearean star-crossed lovers, find out which classical ballet matches your personality.

Aug 27, 2020
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Keeping Up With The Dancers

Dancers are officially back in the studio and even though that means summer vacation is over, we can still reminisce!…

Aug 19, 2020
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Welcome New Company Dancers

Join us as we welcome four new company dancers to the Ballet Arizona Family for our 2020-2021 season!

George Balanchine’s Walpurgisnacht ballet performed by Ballet Arizona

Aug 13, 2020
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Our Top 5 Balanchine Quotes

George Balanchine's ballets left a lasting impression on the world, but so did his words. Here are our top 5…

Aug 06, 2020
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Fall 2020 Season Announcement

Due to ongoing concerns related to COVID-19, Ballet Arizona is announcing a departure from the company’s previously planned 35th Anniversary…

Jul 10, 2020
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10 Favorite Dance Scenes in Movies

Lights, camera, action, we are taking a trip to Hollywood and reminiscing on our favorite dance scenes. Go grab your…

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Ballet AZ Blog

Featured Ballet Blog Articles

A Fond Farewell: Jillian Barrell

Celebrating Classics

An Exciting Path Ahead: A Letter from Executive Director, Jami Kozemczak

A Conversation with Ib Andersen

In The Spotlight: Goodmans Interior Structures

5 More Dance Podcasts To Follow

Which Classical Ballet Are You?

Keeping Up With The Dancers

Welcome New Company Dancers

Our Top 5 Balanchine Quotes

Fall 2020 Season Announcement

10 Favorite Dance Scenes in Movies

Make an Impact

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