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Mar 26, 2019	See Three Exquisite Classics from the Father of American Ballet PHOENIX – George Balanchine, known as the father of American ballet, broke ground when he put his twist on traditional ballet standards and technique. Ballet Arizona’s Artistic Director, Ib Andersen, will present three interpretations of Balanchine’s work during All Balanchine, including one never before performed by Ballet Arizona. Andersen is one of only a handful […]
Mar 21, 2019	Sign Up Now for the School of Ballet Arizona’s Summer School Program The School of Ballet Arizona is getting kids moving this summer! Students ages 4-14 will learn essential ballet skills and additional dance techniques June 10 through July 5 at Ballet Arizona’s state-of-the-art dance facility. New students must attend the open audition or schedule an evaluation class for placement prior to registration. A $35 evaluation fee […]
Jan 30, 2019	Ballet Arizona Welcomes New Board Members Ballet Arizona is proud to announce the appointment of two new members to its board – Sarah Kist and Michael Bolar! Kist, General Manager of Fossil Engineering at Arizona Public Service (APS), and Bolar, Chief Investment Officer and Senior Portfolio Manager at Stoker Ostler, will preserve Ballet Arizona’s legacy and plan for the organization’s future. Click here […]
Jan 9, 2019	The School of Ballet Arizona Bring Dance Education to West Valley The School of Ballet Arizona will pointe its direction to the West Valley for its spring 2019 semester, beginning January 16. The four-month session provides the opportunity for children 4 to 8 years old to learn essential ballet skills from professional teachers in a studio setting at Estrella Mountain Community College, 3000 N Dysart Rd. […]
Dec 27, 2018	Ballet Arizona Free Class Week Jan. 7-11 Keep your New Year exercise routine en pointe with Ballet Arizona as we kick off the New Year with Free Class Week! We here at Ballet Arizona don’t think dance is just for its acclaimed company – it’s for everyone! Click here to read the full press release.  Join us for Free Class Week January 7 […]
Dec 18, 2018	Ballet Arizona’s World Premiere of ‘The Firebird’ The past and future collide in one spectacular production for Ballet Arizona’s performances of The Firebird, a completely new production from Artistic Director Ib Andersen, and La Sylphide, one of the world’s oldest ballets. This juxtaposition of old and new comes to Symphony Hall Valentine’s Day weekend, February 14-17, with live music by The Phoenix […]
Nov 27, 2018	On-stage Experience for Children at Ballet Arizona’s ‘The Nutcracker’ Ballet Arizona is about to make The Nutcracker even more magical for a few lucky children, offering the chance to win one of five once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to be part of the magic on stage and behind the scenes – a walk-on role in the production that The New York Times named among the top three […]
Oct 9, 2018	‘The Nutcracker’ Brings Magic to the Holidays with Enhanced Experiences Get ready for visions of sugar plums, mouse kings and sparkling Swarovski crystals. Ballet Arizona is proud to announce its 33rd year of The Nutcracker performances, choreographed by renowned Artistic Director Ib Andersen. Click here to read full press release.
Sep 19, 2018	‘The Sleeping Beauty’ Brings True Love’s Kiss to the Stage One of the world’s oldest fairytales will get a ballet twist when Ballet Arizona brings The Sleeping Beauty to Symphony Hall Oct. 25-28, with accompaniment from The Phoenix Symphony. Read full release here.
Aug 23, 2018	‘New Moves’ Provides Fresh Perspective on Classical Ballet Ballet is a practice steeped in tradition, but Ballet Arizona will bring an edgy viewpoint to the classic dance with New Moves. Click here to read full press release.
Aug 10, 2018	Ballet Arizona Auditions Aspiring Youth Dancers for “The Nutcracker” Sept. 9 Ballet Arizona will discover the 150 mini professionals-in-the-making that will star in its holiday production of “The Nutcracker” on Sunday, Sept. 9, including the performance’s main character, young Clara. Additional casting opportunities include the roles of angels, soldiers, party kids and bonbons. Click here to read full press release.
Aug 6, 2018	Ballet Arizona Celebrates 21 Years of Ballet Under the Stars As Ballet Arizona kicks off its 2018-2019 season, the only professional ballet in the Valley invites residents to spend a relaxing evening under the Arizona sky as the company continues its 21-year tradition, Ballet Under the Stars.  Click here to read full press release.
Jul 17, 2018	The School of Ballet Arizona announces audition dates; presentations of “Swan Lake” and “Don Quixote” Ballet Arizona announces the official auditions for students interested in training with the School of Ballet Arizona (SBAZ), the only ballet training program in the state associated with a professional ballet company. Click here to read the full release.
Apr 9, 2018	Ballet Arizona Introduces Five New Members to Board of Directors Ballet Arizona is proud to welcome the appointment of five new members to its Board of Directors. Simone Raess, Associate at Snell & Wilmer LLP, Danielle Hazeltine,  Associate at Gallagher & Kennedy, Salvador Avila Bretts-Jamison, Vice President of J.P. Morgan Asset  Management, Janet Melamed, Board Member of Center Dance Ensemble, and Flavia Campbell, Partner at […]
Apr 2, 2018	Ballet Arizona’s “All Balanchine” to Include Beloved Dancer’s Final Performance with the Company Ballet Arizona’s All Balanchine lineup includes three mesmerizing ballets by George Balanchine, one of the most important choreographers of the 20th Century. All Balanchine will open with Symphony in Three Movements, and feature Natalia Magnicaballi in two leading roles, The Siren in Prodigal Son, and The Sleepwalker in La Sonnambula in her final performance with […]
Mar 27, 2018	Ballet Arizona Reveals Upcoming World Premiere Performance “Eroica” at Desert Botanical Garden Phoenix, AZ (March 7, 2018) – Ballet Arizona is thrilled to announce its 2017-2018 season finale production, the world premiere of Eroica, the latest grand work from acclaimed Artistic Director Ib Andersen. Read the full press release here.
Feb 22, 2018	Ballet Arizona’s Spring Performances Will Push Boundaries Ballet Arizona announced today it will perform their spring presentation of Today’s Masters, a dynamic program of contemporary ballets from Artistic Director Ib  Andersen as well as guest choreographers Alejandro Cerrudo, Resident Choreographer of Hubbard  Street Dance, and Ballet Arizona company dancer Nayon Iovino, March 22 – 25, 2018, at Orpheum Theatre. Read the full […]
Feb 9, 2018	Ballet Arizona To Present World Premiere of “The Firebird” Phoenix, AZ (February 8, 2018) – Ballet Arizona is proud to announce it will present The Firebird, a groundbreaking, dramatic new work from Artistic Director Ib Andersen for the anticipated upcoming 2018-2019 season, generously produced by Barbara and Donald Ottosen. Read the full press release here.
Jan 11, 2018	School of Ballet Arizona to Start Children’s Classes in West Valley The School of Ballet Arizona will offer classes for ages 3-7, featuring live piano music accompaniment. Children’s Division in West Valley is three levels: Creative Movement (ages 3-4), Primary A (ages 4-6), and Primary B (Ages 6-8). Download full media alert here.
Dec 21, 2017	Ballet Arizona Awarded Major Grant from The Flinn Foundation Phoenix, AZ (December 18, 2017) – Ballet Arizona is proud to announce today it has received an 18-month Next Steps Grant award in the amount of $100,000 from The Flinn Foundation Board of Directors. Read the full press release here.
Dec 14, 2017	Ballet Arizona’s Annual Gala and Fundraiser to Focus on Supporters and Performers On Friday, January 19, 2018, Ballet Arizona will honor longtime supporters Rose and Harry Papp with its popular and entertaining fundraising event Dance with Me at Phoenix Art Museum. Read the full press release here.
Dec 14, 2017	Ballet Arizona’s Annual Gala – Dance With Me Phoenix, AZ (December 14, 2017) – Ballet Arizona’s Annual Gala and Fundraiser to Focus on Supporters and Performers. On Friday, January 19, 2018, Ballet Arizona will honor longtime supporters Rose & Harry Papp with its popular and entertaining fundraising event Dance With Me at Phoenix Art Museum. All proceeds from the event support Ballet Arizona’s […]
Nov 6, 2017	Ballet Arizona Presents ‘The Nutcracker’ with Phoenix Symphony A beloved magical tradition returns this 2017 holiday season with Ballet Arizona’s nationally heralded performances of Artistic Director Ib Andersen’s The Nutcracker. Read the full press release here.
Oct 9, 2017	Ballet Arizona Appoints New Board Members – Nina Russell & Seena Ghebleh to Board of Directors Phoenix, AZ (October 9, 2017) – Ballet Arizona is proud to announce the appointment of two new members to its community Board of Directors, Seena Ghebleh, Associate Attorney at Quarles & Brady LLP, and Nina Russell, In-house Counsel and co-owner of Kleen Concepts. Read the full press release here.
May 2, 2016	Ballet Arizona Sets Stage for 31st Season Ballet Arizona continues to excite and inspire audiences with its artistic blend of classical and contemporary dance. Now approaching the 2016-2017 season, nationally recognized Artistic Director, Ib Andersen, promises not to disappoint. Read the full press release here.
Jul 8, 2013	Ballet Arizona presents Ballet Under the Stars This September 19 -28, 2013 Ballet Arizona presents the 16th annual Ballet Under the Stars. This ever popular sunset performance series is free and open to the public. Read the Press Release.
Jun 13, 2013	2013 – 2014 Season Announced Ballet Arizona’s 34th Season is highlighted by Classics, Innovations and the Unveiling of its New Home. Read the Press Release
Mar 12, 2013	An Interview with Choreographer Alejandro Cerrudo Resident choreographer at Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, Alejandro Cerrudo leads Ballet Arizona’s dancers in his untitled World Premiere. Get to know him and his creative process. Read the interview.
Mar 12, 2013	Ballet Arizona Dancers in Le Carnaval des Animaux Ballet Arizona dancers share their experience as animals in Alexei Ratmansky’s Le Carnaval des Animaux. Whether an elephant, a lion or a hen, each dancer must exaggerate the animal’s movements.  Meet the Carnival!
Mar 12, 2013	Costume Designer Fabio Toblini Adds Diversions To His Portfolio Ib Andersen’s Diversions features the stunning costumes of Desinger Fabio Toblini. Toblini uses a unique technique to create the dancers’ threads. Read More.
Mar 12, 2013	Pre-Performance Chat with Alejandro Cerrudo Early Director’s Choice ticketholders will have a chance to chat with Choreographer Alejandro Cerrudo. Named by Dance Magazine as one of the “Top 25 to Watch,” his new ballet will be featured in this performance. Read More.
Mar 5, 2013	Leading Choreographers Arrive in Phoenix for Director’s Choice Link to PDF Press Release
Jan 25, 2013	Ballet Arizona Scholarship Program Honors Foremost Male Dancer in the World Link to PDF Press Release
Jan 14, 2013	Ballet Arizona’s ROMEO & JULIET is the perfect date for Valentine’s Day this February 14-17 Link to PDF Press Release
Oct 12, 2012	Ballet Arizona Sparkles For The Holidays Link to PDF press release
Oct 9, 2012	Ballet Arizona Broke Ground On New Home Link to PDF press release
Oct 9, 2012	Ballet Arizona Breaks Ground On New Home Link to PDF press release
Sep 19, 2012	Ballet Arizona Presents Ballet Under The Stars Link to PDF press release
Sep 19, 2012	Local Support For Ballet Under The Stars Link to PDF press release
Sep 12, 2012	Ballet Arizona Opens With Stunning Giselle Ballet Arizona Opens with Stunning GISELLE
Sep 9, 2012	Ballet Arizona Invites Young Dancers To Audition For The Nutcracker September 9, 2012 Link to PDF press release
Aug 29, 2012	Ballet Arizona Announces New Executive Director Link to PDF press release
Aug 29, 2012	Ballet Arizona Welcomes New Executive Director Alison Johnston Link to PDF press release
Aug 7, 2012	Ballet Arizona Announces 2012-2013 Season Link to PDF press release
Jul 29, 2012	Ballet Arizona, Arizona Opera and The Phoenix Symphony Introduce TRIO Link to PDF press release
Aug 1, 2010	Board Chairman Wins Arts Award Link to PDF press release