About Ballet wichita inc
Ballet Wichita Inc: Connecting, Inspiring, and Enriching the Community through Dance
Ballet Wichita Inc has been a prominent figure in the community’s arts organizations since its establishment in 1974. The company has been dedicated to promoting dance and performance excellence while connecting, inspiring, and enriching dancers, audiences, and the community.
The mission of Ballet Wichita is to connect people through dance. The company believes that dance is a universal language that can bring people together regardless of their background or culture. Ballet Wichita aims to inspire individuals to pursue their passion for dance by providing them with opportunities to learn from experienced professionals.
Ballet Wichita also strives to enrich the community by offering high-quality performances that showcase the beauty and artistry of ballet. The company believes that everyone should have access to world-class performances regardless of their financial situation. Therefore, Ballet Wichita offers affordable ticket prices so that everyone can enjoy the magic of ballet.
The vision of Ballet Wichita is a city where everyone celebrates dance. The company believes that dance should be an integral part of every person's life as it promotes physical fitness, mental well-being, creativity, and self-expression. By making ballet accessible to all members of society regardless of age or ability level, Ballet Wichita hopes to create a more vibrant and connected community.
Ballet Wichita offers various programs for dancers at different levels ranging from beginner classes for children as young as three years old up until professional-level training for aspiring dancers looking for career opportunities in ballet companies worldwide.
One program offered by Ballet Wichita is its Summer Intensive Program which provides intensive training in classical ballet technique along with other styles such as contemporary dance and jazz. This program attracts students from all over the country who are looking for top-notch training from experienced professionals.
Another program offered by Ballet Wichita is its Outreach Program which brings free performances into schools throughout Kansas during National Dance Week each year. This program aims at introducing children who may not have had the opportunity to experience ballet before to the art form and inspire them to pursue their passion for dance.
Ballet Wichita also offers a Nutcracker School Tour which brings the magic of the holiday classic, The Nutcracker, into schools throughout Kansas. This program aims at introducing children to ballet and inspiring them to attend live performances.
In addition to its programs, Ballet Wichita also hosts various events throughout the year such as its annual fundraiser, Dancing with the Wichita Stars. This event brings together local celebrities and professional dancers who compete in a ballroom dance competition while raising funds for Ballet Wichita's programs.
Ballet Wichita has received numerous accolades over the years for its contributions to the community. In 2019, it was awarded Best Performing Arts Group by The Wichita Eagle Readers' Choice Awards. The company has also been recognized by various organizations such as Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission and National Endowment for the Arts.
In conclusion, Ballet Wichita Inc is an organization that is dedicated to promoting dance and performance excellence while connecting, inspiring, and enriching dancers, audiences, and communities through its various programs. By making ballet accessible to all members of society regardless of age or ability level, Ballet Wichita hopes to create a more vibrant and connected community where everyone celebrates dance.