Ballet Arizona

Founded in 1986 from the merger of three companies, Ballet Arizona has become the Southwest’s premier professional ballet company. Today, the company consists of about 30 dancers under the direction of internationally acclaimed choreographer Ib Andersen, who was a principal dancer with the legendary George Balanchine and the New York City Ballet for more than a decade. When Ib joined Ballet Arizona as Artistic Director in 1999, he brought to Ballet Arizona artistic capabilities that had never before been seen in our state. Under his leadership, Ballet Arizona has mounted many seasons of successful ballet performances that have consistently received rave reviews not only locally but also in the center of the dance world, New York City.

Ballet Arizona is dedicated to preserving and celebrating classical dance while creating and commissioning new, innovative works. We are committed to supporting diversity throughout our organization and in our communities and take pride in sharing the rich tradition of classical ballet and the contemporary evolution of the art form with Arizona audiences.