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In this issue:
- Artistic Director's Corner
- Grant Awards
- Adult Schedule Updates & Workshops
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Enrichment Schedule Updates & Workshops
- Nutcracker Ticket Information
- Home Strech Fundraising Event
- Studio Calendar
| | The Artistic Director's Corner | | |
Dear all,
Welcome to Fall at BalletNova! It is so wonderful to see familiar and new faces and to have our studios abuzz with activity once again. It’s going to be a wonderful year ahead, complete with workshops, master classes, and some surprise magical elements for our production of The Nutcracker. Stay tuned, and let’s make this the best year yet for the school we love!
Sincerely,
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Matthew Powell
Artistic Director
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As we launch into the academic year, BalletNova is proud to announce two General Operating Support grants for Fiscal Year 2027 from ArtsFairfax and the Virginia Commission for the Arts.
These grants provide unrestricted funds that help with core expenses associated with facility maintenance, performance expenses, personnel expenses, and much much more. This support helps BalletNova serve the community as a hub for artists and organizations and provide rich dance experiences for the community at large.
Thank you ArtsFairfax and Virginia Commission for the Arts!
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Updates to Adult Class Schedule
Please welcome back Peggy Pottenger, teaching Musical Theater Monday 11:30 am-12:30 pm.
Tuesday Beginner & Intermediate Contemporary Classes will now be taught by Christina Gleason. Thank you to Courtney Lapenta for all her time with BalletNova, and welcome Christina!
Intermediate/Advanced Ballet at 10:00 am with David Arce has moved from Wednesdays to Fridays.
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Secure your spot for any of our workshops here!
All adult classes and workshops are open to ages 16+.
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Intro to Tap
with Colleen Buck
1:15-2:15 pm November 1, 8, 15, 22
Have you had the urge to dust off you dancing shoes? Our beginner tap workshop is a fun and welcoming introduction to the fundamentals of tap dance. Learn basic tap steps, rhythms and terminology.
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Intro to Ballet
with Elizabeth Watson
7:30-8:45 pm November 3, 10, 17, 24
Have you always wanted to try to ballet but never had time? Did you enjoy ballet as a child but need a refresher? In this “absolute beginner” workshop, learn the fundamentals of ballet technique in a fun and engaging way. This class is designed to teach skills with an emphasis on the joy of movement.
| | | Enrichment Workshops & Schedule Updates | | | |
Nutcracker Workshop
with Colleen Buck
12:00-1:00 pm November 1, 8, 15, 22
Get into the holiday spirit with this four-week workshop! This class will include explore dance, crafts, and, of course, the story of the Nutcracker. Participants will have a chance to perform for their families on the last day. Ages 4-7.
Register Here!
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Fall Enrichment Schedule
Pre-Ballet 2 has a new section for Sundays 10:30-11:15 am.
| | Nutcracker Tickets on Sale October 1st | | | | |
Main Stage Performances
Friday, December 4th at 7:00pm
Saturday, December 5th at 2:00 and 7:00pm
Sunday, December 6th at 1:00 and 5:00pm
Kenmore Middle School
200 S. Carlin Springs Road
Arlington, VA
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Nutcracker Petite Performances
The perfect “first ballet” experience created specifically for young children. At just 45 minutes, our Petite Performances feature excerpts that will enchant your child and capture their imagination. Free mini ballet class after the performance!
Saturday, December 12th 1:00 and 3:00pm
Sunday, December 13th 1:00 and 3:00pm
BalletNova's Fredgren Theatre
3443 Carlin Springs Road
Falls Church, VA
| | | Homestretch - Dance It Forward | | | | |
Sunday, Oct 18th 3:30-8:00pm
Join us for a night of dance for all ages - various styles and levels. Bring a gift card to donate to a local charity helping families in need. Proceeds benefit Homestretch, who's mission is to empower homeless families with children living in Virginia to attain permanent housing and self-suffiency.
Children's workshop (ages 4-7): 3:30-4:30pm
Adult's workshop: 5:00-8:00pm
Come. Move. Leave a gift. Make a difference. Schedule coming soon!
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BalletNova is supported, in part, by the Virginia Commission for the Arts, which receives support from the Virginia General Assembly and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.
This program is funded in part by ArtsFairfax.
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