Tucson's premier professional ballet company, Ballet Tucson, is gearing up for an exhilarating 2024-2025 season under the dynamic theme, "On the Move." This upcoming season promises a captivating mix of avant-garde works and cherished classics that will delight audiences.
Artistic Director Margaret Mullin has unveiled a season brimming with diverse performances, running from September 2024 through March 2025. The season will kick off with a highly anticipated return of their acclaimed production of The Nutcracker, featuring a special collaboration with the Tucson Symphony Orchestra. This diverse season promises to intrigue our audiences with its enchanting Swan Lake Act II, the dramatic Romeo & Juliet Balcony Pas de Deux, and Associate Artistic Director and Resident Choreographer Cheiko Imada’s evocative Dia de los Muertos ballet, Spirit Garden, which showcases original designs by renowned Southwest artist Lawrence Lee and music recorded by the celebrated band Calexico.
Ballet Tucson is set to introduce seven exciting new works this season, expanding its repertoire and offering fresh experiences to its audiences. This expansion is sure to excite our audiences. The line-up includes the electrifying Swivet by international choreographer Andrea Schermoly and Pulcinella Variations by Tony Award-winning choreographer Justin Peck, known for his work on Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story. Other new additions include ə{Schwa} by Kiyon Ross, George Balanchine’s Rubies, and a stunning world premiere by Chieko Imada. Imada's new work, Barrio Viejo, will be a collaborative effort with the Tucson Desert Song Festival and the Tucson Guitar Society, featuring the music of Chicano music pioneer and Tucson legend Lalo Guerrero.
Also new this season, Ballet Tucson welcomed Christine Peters as the ballet's new executive director. Peters, a Mesa native, grew up immersed in dance, exploring ballet, jazz, tap, and contemporary styles. A transformative dance exchange in China deepened her appreciation for dance as a universal language. She pursued a dance scholarship at the Herberger College of Fine Arts. She gained valuable experience through internships at the Arizona Commission on the Arts, the U.S. State Department, the White House, and New York City’s Department of Cultural Affairs. Peters worked on fundraising campaigns for Miami's Institute of Contemporary Art and Miami City Ballet, helping to raise a combined total of $130 million for the organizations. Now back in Arizona, she’s pursuing an MBA and actively contributes to local organizations like Angel Charity for Children and the Pima County Medical Society Alliance.
For those looking to secure their place for this unforgettable season, Ballet Tucson is now accepting orders for new and renewing season subscriptions. You can visit ballettucson.org online to learn more. And take advantage of the flexible options to purchase or change your tickets during the season. Nothing to worry about! So enjoy the show!
The season will kick off with a highly anticipated return of their acclaimed production of The Nutcracker, featuring a special collaboration with the Tucson Symphony Orchestra
Ballet Tucson is set to introduce seven exciting new works this season