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Your ‘Ballet Under the Stars’ Guide

  YOUR ‘BALLET UNDER THE STARS’ GUIDE Gather with your community for a starry evening of dance! Here are the 10 things you need to know about Ballet Arizona’s FREE […]

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2025 Hazel Hare Award of Artistic Excellence

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 […]

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From Folklore to Contemporary Ballet: The Making of Akelarre

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 […]

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Q&A With Costume Designer Fabio Toblini

Q&A With Costume Designer Fabio Toblini

We talked to the incredible Fabio Toblini about his costume designs for Ib Andersen's "Eroica."

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Behind-The-Scenes of Eroica with Ib Andersen

Behind-The-Scenes of Eroica with Ib Andersen

Go behind-the-scenes of Artistic Director Ib Andersen's new ballet "Eroica" premiering May 15th at Desert Botanical Garden!

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A Fond Farewell to Natalia Magnicaballi

A Fond Farewell to Natalia Magnicaballi

We talked with adored dancer, Natalia Magnicaballi, who will make her final curtain call with Ballet Arizona at the upcoming…

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A Letter From The Executive Director

A Letter From The Executive Director

Samantha Turner shares her insights on how things are at Ballet Arizona and why your support is so important.

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Behind-The-Scenes of All Balanchine with Ib Andersen

Artistic Director, Ib Andersen, shares his thoughts on Ballet Arizona's upcoming production of "All Balanchine."

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Meet Alexandra Papazian

Meet Alexandra Papazian

Our Education & Outreach department welcomes its newest team member!

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Balanchine Fun Facts

Balanchine Fun Facts

Check out some fun facts about three of George Balanchine's greatest works!

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A Day in the Life of Studio Company Dancer Riley McGregor

A Day in the Life of Studio Company Dancer Riley McGregor

A look at the very busy life of a Studio Company dancer!

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Arizona Gives Day

Arizona Gives Day

Learn why you should participate in #AZGivesDay, a 24-hour day of statewide giving, and support Ballet Arizona!

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