On Oct. 18, Orlando Ballet held its groundbreaking ceremony for the new Harriett’s Orlando Ballet Centre. The construction for the new dance facility was re-launched when Harriet Lake, a philanthropist, made an additional donation of $5 million toward the project that costs $12 million total. Including her prior donations, Lake has given a total of $7.5 million toward the … [Read more...]
Orlando Ballet Extends ‘The Nutcracker’ Performance
The Orlando Ballet will be extending their performance of The Nutcracker from Dec. 7 through Dec. 16 at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. Orlando Ballet's’ artistic director, Robert Hill, says that this is the first time the company will be extending the show’s viewing to two weeks (as opposed to one week) in all of his 10 years with the company. The Nutcracker … [Read more...]
Orlando Ballet School Updates Curriculum and Programs
Orlando Ballet School recently made updates to its curriculum that will enhance the learning experience for its students. A press release sent from the Orlando Ballet on July 30 states, “Orlando Ballet School has made exciting new additions to continue the upward trajectory of the organization and better serve its dancers, community, families and staff. These changes include a … [Read more...]
IMMERSE 2018 Returns to Downtown Orlando
The Creative City Project is returning this fall with IMMERSE for its seventh year as Central Florida’s signature arts and performance event. The event will once again be hosted in downtown Orlando for this year’s presentation of “IMMERSE 2018.” The event will be held on Friday, Oct. 19, and Saturday, Oct. 20. The event’s basic ticket is free and allows guests to explore some … [Read more...]
Orlando Ballet Announces Shane Jewell as Its New Executive Director
The Orlando Ballet has named Shane Jewell as their new executive director. The company has faced significant changes on the operational side, having six executive directors before Jewell in just the last couple of years. Their current goal is to expand and show the community that Orlando Ballet is here to stay. “I wanted to be a part of that positive change. Orlando Ballet is … [Read more...]