Grand Rapids Ballet
About the Business
Grand Rapids Ballet, located at 341 Ellsworth Avenue Southwest in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a prestigious institution known for its world-class performances and innovative programming. One of their upcoming events is the annual Spring Break For Kids, featuring the enchanting tale of Peter and the Wolf co-choreographed by Artistic Director James Sofranko and Ballet Master Dawnell Dryja. This special event, sponsored by PNC Bank, is perfect for children and showcases Sergei Prokofiev’s timeless music.
In addition to this, Grand Rapids Ballet presents a diverse range of performances throughout the year, including the highly acclaimed In The Upper Room by renowned choreographer Twyla Tharp. This program features a fusion of classical ballet, jazz, tap dance, yoga, and boxing, creating a unique and captivating theatrical experience. The season also includes the return of Serenade, a neo-classic masterpiece by Balanchine, paired with a lush score by Tchaikovsky.
The 2024-25 season promises to be a thrilling one, with a lineup that includes Symphony of Movement, a collaboration with the Grand Rapids Symphony, the 10th anniversary celebration of The Nutcracker, and the enchanting Peter Pan. The season will also feature Jumpstart, where dancers choreograph world-premiere works, and the time-travel adventure Be Here Now set in 1960s San Francisco.
Grand Rapids Ballet is not just a performance company, but also offers a ballet school for students aged 3-19, adult ballet classes, Moving with Parkinson's classes, school outreach programs, a Junior Company, and more. With its commitment to excellence and innovation, Grand Rapids Ballet is a must-visit institution for dance enthusiasts of all ages.
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Location & Phone number
341 Ellsworth Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, United States
Hours open
Monday:
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed
Reviews
"Prefer the old choreography and miss Mother Ginger"
"Me and my family went to go see “ballet + broadway” we did watch the first two parts, but then our whole family agreed to bounce because we were uninterested and hungry. The ballet was great, though I feel like the ballet should be put in one big performance instead of individual parts."
"Left halfway through jumpstart. Besides the 2nd set the rest were pretty weird. Shoes on the floor were really loud. Don’t think the tickets were worth 50$…"
"My granddaughter and I attended the Nutcracker on Dec 10. First we ordered tickets and were sent the wrong evenings tickets. So we needed to get tickets that evening. We ended up in the balcony. That was not good. The noise of the toe shoes on the floor was horrible. The gentleman dancing with Sugar Plumb Fairy fell three times. With others also. We drive over an hour to see this and have been coming for about 13 years. We always sit in the orchestra section and dress up for this. We take this production very seriously. So now it looks like I might be out over $200.00 for the tickets sent for the wrong night and a very disappointing performance."
"This is a wonderful dance company, and they get better every year. People who don't go to the ballet have no idea what they're missing. Go see it, and bring a friend!"
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