Daniela Cardim’s Bold Vision for Ballet Arizona 

Daniela Cardim, a visionary with a passport stamped by the world’s most prestigious ballet companies, recently joined Ballet Arizona as its first female artistic director, succeeding Ib Anderson’s 24-year tenure. She brings more than 20 years of career experience and a passion for developing young choreographers and students, presenting local and international productions to the delight of discerning ballet audiences. 

This month, she will oversee Ballet Arizona’s Spring Mix, a showcase of diverse contemporary choreography with three pieces set to a range of musical scores — Ezio Bosso, classical Antonio Vivaldi, a live contemporary composition by Phoenix’s Thomas Mark Breadon, Jd. performed live with his Mill Ave. Chamber Players, and alternative band Radiohead.