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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 […]

Dec 20, 2018
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Community Angel Night 2018

Ballet Arizona opened the doors of Symphony Hall to children and families from across the Valley to celebrate our favorite…

Dec 13, 2018
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Become A Legend

Learn how you can deepen your connection and sustain the future of Ballet Arizona by becoming a Legend.

Dec 06, 2018
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Ballet 101: A Brief History

Ballet is an art form that has spanned centuries. Take a look at where it all began with this brief…

Nov 22, 2018
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Your Ballet Arizona 101 Guide to “The Nutcracker”

The holiday season is officially here! So here is your 101 guide to everything you need to know about attending…

Nov 15, 2018
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Continuing To Thrive: A Letter From Executive Director Samantha Turner

Executive Director Samantha Turner, discusses our entrepreneurial approach to not only surviving but thriving as a performing arts organization in…

Nov 08, 2018
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Your 2018 Holiday Gift Guide

With the holiday season right around the corner, we put together the ultimate Ballet Arizona gift guide so that you…

Nov 01, 2018
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danceAZ: An Initiative to Strengthen Arizona Arts Education

This fall, we are partnering with six under-served schools across the Valley, and establishing mini-residency programs. Over the course of…

Oct 25, 2018
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Becoming Aurora

Princess Aurora is one of the most iconic roles a ballerina can perform during their career. So we sat down…

Princess Aurora, The Sleeping Beauty, Ballet Arizona

Oct 18, 2018
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The Rich & Famous: The Sleeping Beauty Edition

Your who's who guide to the characters of The Sleeping Beauty who will be gracing the stage of Symphony Hall…

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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

Community Angel Night 2018

Become A Legend

Ballet 101: A Brief History

Your Ballet Arizona 101 Guide to “The Nutcracker”

Continuing To Thrive: A Letter From Executive Director Samantha Turner

Your 2018 Holiday Gift Guide

danceAZ: An Initiative to Strengthen Arizona Arts Education

Becoming Aurora

The Rich & Famous: The Sleeping Beauty Edition

Make an Impact

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