The Marblehead School of Ballet’s celebration of National Arts and Humanities Month will culminate with its “Fall: In-Studio Performance” on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 2 to 3 p.m. at 115 Pleasant St. in Marblehead, Massachusetts.
The performance is free and open to the public. Donations will be accepted, and seating is limited. Reservations may be made by contacting 781-631-6262 or msb@havetodance.com.
The program features students enrolled in the MSB’s repertory class and Monthly Dance Adventure workshop performing a range of repertory, including ballet, modern, and Balinese. The performance will also feature guest artists.
Guest artist Carlos Fittante, director of BALAM Dance Theatre in New York City, will perform Rama Dances in the Forest of Dandaka, a Balinese modern fusion work, and guest singer Molly Grant will perform a medley of songs.
“The performance showcases the students’ intensive training this fall,” said Paula K. Shiff, director of the Marblehead School of Ballet and artistic director of the North Shore Civic Ballet. “They expanded their dance knowledge by learning choreography and bringing it to a performance level. We are delighted to see them showcase their new skills and training in this special performance, as the finale of our celebration of National Arts and Humanities Month.”
Celebrating its 53rd year, the Marblehead School of Ballet, founded in 1971 by Shiff, has earned a wide reputation for the excellence of its training and integrity of purpose. Classical ballet forms the core of the school’s teaching, with an emphasis on correct alignment and development of strength and agility. The joy of dance and music is central to the classroom experience.
The MSB is also home to the North Shore Civic Ballet Company. The company offers concert performances and educational programs for schools suitable for various age groups and developmental levels.
For more information, call 781-631-6262, email msb@havetodance.com, or visit www.marbleheadschoolofballet.com. Follow the MSB and the North Shore Civic Ballet on Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter) @MSB_ballet.