Ballet AZ Blog

Ballet Arizona dancers and Artistic Director, Ib Andersen, in rehearsal for Boléro.

Behind-The-Scenes of Boléro with Ib Andersen

Artistic Director, Ib Andersen, talks about his newest ballet and the challenges of being a choreographer.

Nayon Iovino and Ballet Arizona company dancers in rehearsal for “Abrazo.”

Behind-The-Scenes of Abrazo with Nayon Iovino

From choreographing to music and costumes, hear Ballet Arizona Dancer, Nayon Iovino, talk about his new ballet, Abrazo.

Ballet Arizona dancers in Ib Andersen’s

What’s Your Ballet IQ?

Pointe shoes, fairies, and trivia, oh my! Put your ballet brain to the test and take our quiz.

Company Dancers Arianni Martin and Helio Lima

7 Unexpected Ways Ballet Can Help Athletes

From improved brain function to increased endurance, ballet can have multiple positive effects on an athlete’s career. We’ll discuss some…

Ballet Arizona dancers in Ib Andersen’s ‘Goldberg Variation 1’

Men in Ballet: A Q&A with Ballet Arizona Company Dancers

Hear some of the men from Ballet Arizona talk about what it is like to be a professional ballet dancer…

Maria Tallchief in George Balanchine's

5 Dance Books You Need to Read

As the countdown to 2021 begins, here are 5 books, celebrating some of the world's greatest dancers, that you need…

Adult students in class at The School of Ballet Arizona

What You’ll Learn at Your Adult Beginner Ballet Class

Are you trying new things in the new year? Put adult ballet classes on your list with The School of…

Ballet 101: Popular Ballet Turns

Ballet 101: Popular Ballet Turns

From pirouettes to fouettés, here is a list of popular ballet turns that will have you spinning with enthusiasm.

Ballet Arizona dancers in The Nutcracker

What Nutcracker Character Are You?

From the sweet Sugar Plum Fairy to the mischievous Mouse King, find out who your holiday alter ego is from…

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