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Mimi Tompkins in George Balanchine's Prodigal Son

Apr 29, 2024
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Behind-the-Scenes of All Balanchine with Ib Andersen

Tell us about All Balanchine! The repertoire this year is spectacular… but it is Balanchine, so it is always extraordinary. Each piece is so different from the other, from the […]

Apr 29, 2024
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Letter from the Executive Director, Jami Kozemczak: The Legacy & Impact of Artistic Director Ib Andersen

In the world of ballet, legacy is measured not only in graceful movements on stage but in the enduring impact left on the organization and its community. Now, it is […]

Apr 29, 2024
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Donor Spotlight: Remembering John & Oonagh Boppart

Ballet Arizona is immensely grateful to honor the legacy of John and Oonagh Boppart and their philanthropic impact on the arts and culture landscape of Arizona. John and Oonagh were […]

Apr 29, 2024
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SBAZ Spotlight: Ib Andersen’s Peter and the Wolf

In ballet, innovation often breathes new life into timeless classics. For the students of the School of Ballet Arizona (SBAZ),…

Apr 19, 2024
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La Valse

In preparation for the production of All Balanchine, we are delving into the history of George Balanchine’s La Valse! La…

Apr 01, 2024
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Learn About Jean-Georges Noverre

In honor of International Dance Day on April 29th, we will discover the life of Jean-Georges Noverre. Noverre is noted…

Mar 12, 2024
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Learn About Paul Taylor

In preparation for Ballet Arizona’s upcoming production, Contemporary Moves, we will be diving into the life of the admired contemporary…

Mar 01, 2024
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Studio Company Spotlight: Jordan Islas

How did you start dancing? I started dancing when I was 11 years old and the reason I started ballet…

Mar 01, 2024
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Behind the Scenes with Ib Anderson: Winter 2024

We start the year with the world-premiere of Nayon Iovino’s Moving Movies! What does this ballet mean for the company?…

Mar 01, 2024
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The Benefits of the School of Ballet Arizonas Summer Programs

UNLEASHING POTENTIAL: THE BENEFITS OF THE SCHOOL OF BALLET ARIZONA’S SUMMER PROGRAMS As the sun casts its warm glow over…

Mar 01, 2024
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A Milestone in creative excellence

Mar 01, 2024
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Behind the Scenes of Moving Movies

What was your inspiration for Moving Movies? The cinematic theme was originally chosen by Ib as part of the season.…

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