“On Stage” by the BalletMet Dance Academy
At our 2023/24 season opener, On Stage, BalletMet Dance Academy students showed up to cheer on some of their favorite dancers. Annavelle, Eloise, and Clare took the time to share …
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Top Christmas Traditions to Add to Your Family Celebrations
When we think about the joy and charm of the holiday season, some of our favorite Christmas Traditions come to mind. They encapsulate the spirit of the season, bringing together …
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Behind the Scenes: The Costumes of Cinderella
From the glass slipper to the ball gown, the costumes of Cinderella are an essential aspect of the production’s storytelling. Our costumes were purchased, in part, from Washington Ballet. Originally …
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Q&A: Mark Zappone, costume designer for ‘Dorothy and the Prince of Oz’
The costume creations for Dorothy and the Prince of Oz are nothing short of spectacular. On stage, they burst with color, sending the audience on a journey with Dorothy from …
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5 things you might not know about ‘Giselle’
Maria Torija has performed Giselle 112 times. As a dancer with Staatsballett Berlin (formerly Deutsche Oper Berlin), Torija, now BalletMets’s academy director, was cast in almost every part aside from …
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Bob Dylan songs inspire Andrea Schermoly’s world premiere for ‘Front Row’
BalletMet’s upcoming production, Front Row, stands out among the rest of the season’s performances for its uniquely intimate feel. Throughout its 10-show run, this boundary-pushing triple-bill will be held in …
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Remembering Cheri Mitchell
We are devastated by the loss of our dear friend Cheri Mitchell, who served for more than 13 years as our Executive Director. She was a beloved member of …
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