Underneath the directorship of Kathleen Breen Combes, Ballet RI is the proud evolution of Pageant Ballet Windfall because it continues to embark on an revolutionary future. Its dedication to current artwork that conjures up and challenges will stay sturdy, as will its efforts to carry dance to communities which have lengthy confronted obstacles to entry.

“Artwork, by its very nature, should evolve to remain related, fascinating and compelling,” mentioned Breen Combes. “By the years, Pageant Ballet Windfall has advanced to serve communities throughout the Ocean State, and I’m thrilled that beneath this expanded new id, Ballet RI will proceed to function a gathering place for audiences and a platform for artists throughout the area and past.”

By visually gorgeous performances, training and neighborhood engagement, Ballet RI reimagines a standard dance type right into a modern-day expertise that displays the wealthy variety of Rhode Island.

“I’m thrilled to see this thrilling new chapter for an establishment that has grown into a creative engine for all Rhode Islanders,” mentioned Laurine Ryan-Perry, Board President.

With distinctive applications led by Inventive Curator Yury Yanowsky, and plenty of highly effective choreographers and collaborations, Ballet RI will set the stage for a daring and revolutionary future with iconic and groundbreaking masterpieces and stunning narratives.

For extra data on Ballet RI and the corporate’s upcoming performances, go to www.balletri.org.