Actually, we are. Marin Ballet will celebrate its 60th anniversary next year, but we were surprised to look through the files to discover that next month we will perform our 67th Nutcracker! The first Nutcracker, directed by Leona Norman, was presented in 1956 in...
On August 13, we had a chance to introduce our pre-ballet program to prospective parents and their young children in a unique Open House. The students took an age-appropriate mini-class with our instructors, Laura Skapik, Stephanie Scarpello and Laurie Klein to get a...
Dear Marin Ballet Families, Students, and Alumni- It is my great pleasure to share with you the next leadership team for Marin Ballet. While there may be familiarity in the smiles and faces, there are exciting new roles and renewed optimism and energy among the entire...
Marin Ballet graduate, Monica Barbaro (31), switched from dance to acting in college. But the strength, agility, and stamina that she gained in ballet is serving her well in her new role in Tom Cruise’s Top Gun: Maverick. Cast as “Phoenix,” a fighter pilot, Monica...
The Ballet Alliance adjudications in April were a big success. Along with works created by our faculty, Marin Ballet presented Tidal by student choreographer Gabriela Miotto Leal. Gabriel is the second Marin Ballet student choreographer to have her work selected to be...
In Spring 2021, Marin Ballet launched its new Dance Education Partnership program. The transition to online learning during the pandemic created a need for innovative ways to connect with community. Marin Ballet developed the Dance Education Partnership program to...
