Established in 2018, the award honors two dancers each season, whose spirit echoes the strength, dedication, and passion that Hazel exemplified throughout her entire life. A devoted supporter of Ballet […]
At the School of Ballet Arizona (SBAZ), growth is not a single moment, but a progression. It unfolds over time through opportunity, access, and a consistent investment in each student’s […]
What began as a long-held vision has quickly become one of Ballet Arizona’s most meaningful performances. Now in its second year, the Community Engagement Showcase highlights the power of dance […]
In the evening I volunteered to do the costumes for a street theater group, and there I learned how to…
Take a peek behind the curtain as Ballet Arizona dancers share the physical, emotional and mental strength Balanchine performances demand…
I had a neighbor in Cuba who lived in AZ for a while. His only description of Arizona was “hot”.…
I continue to do a Balanchine program each year because, in my opinion, he is the number one choreographer that…
The personal is political. Personal choices and experiences do not happen in a vacuum. They are shaped by the political…
Ballet is a passion first, then a discipline. And because of this discipline, ballet teaches you as much about life…
To me, ballet is about nature in a big way. So what I bring to the plate is everything that…
Breathing life into original choreography requires a gift of artistry, vision and execution, all within the realm of infinite patience.…
For years, audiences have been watching me on stage, as I bring to life characters from beautiful ballets, making them…
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