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Tell The Tale: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
ACT I - A forest near Athens, one Midsummer eve The First Act takes place in a forest near the duke’s palace. Oberon, King of the [...]
Stage Mom: PNB Soloist Sarah Ricard Orza on Parenting & Performing
It is uncommon for performing ballerinas to be moms–let alone at the peak of their career. Many ballerinas retire from dancing to start a family, [...]
Season 2014-2015 Announcement
SEATTLE, WA—Artistic Director Peter Boal has announced the line-up for Pacific Northwest Ballet’s 2014-2015 season. Highlights include a program devoted to the work of [...]
In Pictures: Lesley Rausch as Princess Aurora
Anyone sitting in the audience for one of principal dancer Lesley Rausch's recent performances as Princess Aurora in The Sleeping Beauty was in for a [...]
By the Numbers: Peter Boal Breaks Down The Sleeping Beauty
Last Friday, PNB raised the curtain on Ronald Hynd’s enchanting production of The Sleeping Beauty. This will be the 5th time PNB has presented the [...]
First Time in Role: Rachel Foster & Leta Biasucci Debut as Princess Aurora
Over the next two weeks, principal dancer Rachel Foster and corps de ballet dancer Leta Biasucci will share a professional milestone—both women will debut as Princess [...]
Promotions: 2 Principals & 3 Soloists
Seattle, WA – Before the start of this evening’s opening night performance of The Sleeping Beauty, Pacific Northwest Ballet Artistic Director Peter Boal stepped out [...]
We’re In! Dancers Root for Seahawks in Super Bowl XLVIII
While The Seahawks are getting ready to play in this Sunday's Super Bowl XLVII, PNB Company dancers are getting ready for opening night of The [...]
Artistic Director’s Notes: The Sleeping Beauty
Artistic Director's Notebook: The Sleeping Beauty You might be surprised to learn about all that goes into presenting a performance of The Sleeping Beauty. For [...]