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Grand Rapids Ballet's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' is a joyful celebration of dance
Two things come to mind when thinking of Grand Rapids Ballet – magic and joy. That is exactly what the company captured in their performance of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” The show closed Grand Rapids Ballet’s 2021-22 Season last weekend and was a fitting celebration of the company’s 50th anniversary. The ballet company also performed "Serenade" with "A Midsummer Night's Dream" in the production. “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” and "Serenade" showcased the company’s exceptional talent and the beauty of dance.
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Review: Grand Rapids Ballet's 'Jumpstart 2022' celebrates art and creativity
Grand Rapids Ballet's shows are known as both a celebration of dance art and an enjoyable experience. The company's recent performance of “Jumpstart 2022” is another example of the company's great talent. The annual show provides a platform for their company dancers and other emerging choreographers to explore new artistic ideas in choreography. This year Grand Rapids Ballet partnered with six community organizations to create performances that had special meaning to the West Michigan community and dance art. The show includes choreographies by eight company dancers as well as award-winning choreographers Penny Saunders and Jennifer Archibald. “Jumpstart 2022” proves once again that Grand Rapids Ballet is one of the nation’s leading dance art centers.
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Grand Rapids Ballet's 2021-2022 Season celebrates the joy and art of dance
Grand Rapids Ballet’s 2021-2022 Season is one that every West Michigan dance fan will want to see. The line up of shows promises to provide something for all ages and lovers of both classical ballet and contemporary movement. Two productions at DeVos Performance Hall with live Grand Rapids Symphony accompaniment, a selection of some of the field’s most talented choreographers from around the globe, and a talented cast of company dancers are features of the 2021-2022 Season. Both in-person and virtual subscription options are available. This is the Season to return to the ballet and celebrate the joy of dance, starting with “The Nutcracker” this weekend.
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Why boys should enroll in dance class
Dance class benefits growing boys and may be one of the secrets to successful athletic performance in many sports. All children can get valuable exercise, flexibility, endurance and motor skill growth from dancing. Boys also need the lessons in fitness and discipline that are a part of dance. Discover how dancing can help young boys grow into strong young men.
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