Performance Hour
Get a glimpse of the inner workings of a professional ballet company!
- Tour and discussion of the administrative, costume, and production facilities
- A movement experience
- A ballet class demonstration by the Ballet Arizona Studio Company
- A preview of upcoming works by Ballet Arizona’s professional company dancers
Performance Hour is the perfect field trip experience before heading to the theater for a Student Matinee!
About Performance Hour
Who is able to attend?
- Educational groups for ages K-12th grade or community groups.
- All attendees must be in Kindergarten or older.
When and where does Performance Hour take place?
- The program begins at 10:00 am and finishes at 11:30 am.
- Performance Hours take place at Ballet Arizona’s Dorrance Theater (2835 E Washington Ave., Phoenix, Arizona).
Does Ballet Arizona provide transportation?
- Ballet Arizona does not provide transportation for any school groups.
Additional information on parking and information for bus drivers will be sent to registered attendees prior to the performance.
Current Offerings
Juan Gabriel Performance Hour | October 12th | Ballet Arizona
Who is able to attend?
- Educational groups for ages K-12th grade or community groups
- All attendees must be in Kindergarten or older.
To make your reservation, contact the Community Engagement Department at bazeducation@balletaz.org.
The Nutcracker Performance Hour | November 14th | Ballet Arizona
Who is able to attend?
- Educational groups for ages K-12th grade or community groups
- All attendees must be in Kindergarten or older.
To make your reservation, contact the Community Engagement Department at bazeducation@balletaz.org.
Moving Movies Performance Hour | February 1st | Ballet Arizona
Who is able to attend?
- Educational groups for ages K-12th grade or community groups
- All attendees must be in Kindergarten or older.
To make your reservation, contact the Community Engagement Department at bazeducation@balletaz.org.
Bring Your Students!
Are you a Title I school interested in bringing your students to this program?
We currently work with Act One, a local nonprofit who helps provide school children with access to arts experiences and field trips across Arizona.
To sign up for this program, please visit https://act1az.org/field-trips/
About Act One
Mission & Vision
Act One provides meaningful arts experiences that enhance the academic and creative potential of children and families in Arizona. They envision a time when all Arizonans acknowledge the value of creative arts experiences as a significant component of educational advancement and personal well-being.
What They Do
Act One makes the arts accessible to more than 530,000 children and families in Arizona each year through field trips for K-12 students from Title 1 schools and the Culture Pass.
2835 E. Washington Street
Phoenix, AZ 85034
Sponsors
Sponsors
Make an Impact
Donors are the heart of our organization. Each instance of support, from donations to volunteering, supports a company of dedicated dancers, dance education and community initiatives all year long. Ready to make a donation?
