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Apr 30, 2025
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2025 Hazel Hare Award of Artistic Excellence

Established in 2018, the award honors one male and one female dancer whose spirit echoes the strength, dedication, and passion that Hazel exemplified throughout her entire life. A devoted supporter […]

Apr 30, 2025
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From Folklore to Contemporary Ballet: The Making of Akelarre

This past March, the curtain rose on Ballet Arizona’s newest world premiere, Akelarre. Created by Resident Choreographer, Nayon Iovino, and featuring an original score by Phoenix-based composer Dr. Thomas Breadon […]

Apr 30, 2025
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The Creativity of our People: A Letter from Executive Director, Jami Kozemczak

Why do we continue to believe in the power of the arts during the most uncertain times? Because they unite and inspire us, spark joy, and foster deep pride in […]

May 28, 2020
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Sip ’N Twirl: Ballet Inspired Cocktails

Ballet Arizona's company dancers are sharing some cocktail & mocktail recipes, inspired by their favorite ballets.

May 21, 2020
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The Dancin’ Days of Ib Andersen

Mark your calendars to watch Artistic Director, Ib Andersen, perform in two Balanchine ballets!

May 14, 2020
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5 Ways To Get Your Ballet Fix

Here are 5 ways you can still get your ballet fix and support your arts community during this brief intermission!

Alessandra Ferri and Wayne Eagling in Kenneth MacMillan's

Apr 30, 2020
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So You Think You Know Ballet?

Take the quiz and let's find out how much you actually know about ballet.

Virginia Johnson performing in George Balanchine's

Apr 23, 2020
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10 of the Most Influential Ballerinas of all Time

From the 19th century to today, here is our list of the most iconic and influential ballerinas you need to…

Gail Passey-Reed teaching an adult open class at The School of Ballet Arizona.

Apr 16, 2020
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SBAZ at Home

The School of Ballet Arizona has open classes on Zoom. Whether you're a first-timer or a regular, it's time to…

Apr 14, 2020
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What Does Art Do For the Community?

Art plays a key role in every society, and yet, many people currently discount its inherent value. This is an…

Apr 04, 2020
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Casting a Ballet: Q&A with Ib Andersen

Ever wondered what goes into casting a ballet? Artistic Director, Ib Andersen talks about the process and how he works…

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

Apr 02, 2020
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Ballet 101: History of Pointe Shoes

The pointe shoe is a fairly new concept given the long history of ballet as an art form. From heeled…

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Ballet AZ Blog

Featured Ballet Blog Articles

2025 Hazel Hare Award of Artistic Excellence

From Folklore to Contemporary Ballet: The Making of Akelarre

The Creativity of our People: A Letter from Executive Director, Jami Kozemczak

Sip ’N Twirl: Ballet Inspired Cocktails

The Dancin’ Days of Ib Andersen

5 Ways To Get Your Ballet Fix

So You Think You Know Ballet?

10 of the Most Influential Ballerinas of all Time

SBAZ at Home

What Does Art Do For the Community?

Casting a Ballet: Q&A with Ib Andersen

Ballet 101: History of Pointe Shoes

Make an Impact

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