Ballet AZ Blog

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10 Things You Need to Know About Prokofiev

Sergei Prokofiev was a musical rebel, whose brilliance and avant-garde style made him one of the most prolific composers of…

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What Tragic Ballet Character Are You?

With so many heart-breaking ballets to choose from, are you tragic like Giselle or Romeo? Take the quiz to find…

Ib Andersen’s Top 10 Ballet Scores You Need to Hear

Ib Andersen’s Top 10 Ballet Scores You Need to Hear

Turn up the stereo, because Ballet Arizona's Artistic Director, Ib Andersen, shares his thoughts on his top storybook ballet music!

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Words to Inspire You: 10 Quotes from Dancers & Artists

Check out these 10 quotes from famous dancers and artists that will add a little magic to the start of…

Nutcracker Inspired Cocktails & Mocktails

Nutcracker Inspired Cocktails & Mocktails

It's time to get festive with some Nutcracker inspired cocktails and mocktails to enjoy this holiday season!

2021 Nutcracker Community Angel Night

2021 Nutcracker Community Angel Night

See the magic from Ballet Arizona's Community Angel Night performance of the beloved holiday classic, The Nutcracker!

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10 Fun Facts about Ballet Arizona’s The Nutcracker

From dazzling Swarovski crystals to hundreds of pointe shoes, take a behind-the-scenes look at creating Ballet Arizona's The Nutcracker!

Ballet Arizona's The Nutcracker. Photo by Rosalie O'Connor.

The Nutcracker Story

How well do you know the story of The Nutcracker? Read Ballet Arizona's special version of the classic tale.

The Nutcracker: The World’s Most Popular Ballet

The Nutcracker: The World’s Most Popular Ballet

Here are 10 historical fun facts about the beloved holiday ballet that will have sugarplums dancing in your head!

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