Warming up before the curtain rises on Act Two of The Nutcracker presented by Frisch’s Big Boy
November 12, 2019
When the curtain drops on Act One of The Nutcracker presented by Frisch’s Big Boy, our dancers hit the stage to warm up for Act Two. In this exclusive, behind-the-scenes video, you see Rose, the Sugar Plum Fairy, her Cavalier, a Russian dancer, and several others warming up.
The Nutcracker and Fiona at the Barre
November 12, 2019
The Nutcracker Prince has a lot of work on his hands getting Cincinnati’s favorite hippo ready for role in The Nutcracker presented by Frisch’s Big Boy. The character, created through a partnership with Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, returns for her sophomore appearance in the holiday favorite.
Principal Dancer Melissa Gelfin dances Sugar Plum Fairy Variation
November 12, 2019
Watch as Principal Dancer Melissa Gelfin dances the Sugar Plum Fairy Variation from The Nutcracker presented by Frisch’s Big Boy, 2017, Choreography: Victoria Morgan.
‘Spectacular’ review for Cincinnati Ballet’s The Wizard of Oz
October 28, 2019
“Spectacular!” Reviews are in. Enquirer – Cincinnati and Kentucky’s David Lyman writes, “The Wizard of Oz” is wildly entertaining. It’s imaginative and playful, inventive and ultimately, wonderfully optimistic.” Read review HERE>> https://www.cincinnati.com/…/wizard-oz-ballet-r…/2470529001/
Greetings from Kansas!
October 18, 2019
Greetings from Kansas! Before they transform into the Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion, we get to know Hunk, Hickory and Zeke, Dorothy’s faithful friends. Here’s a look at a recent rehearsal. Stay tuned until the end for a glimpse of Auntie Em and Uncle Henry! Come join us for The Wizard of […]
Oh no, not the flying monkeys!
October 16, 2019
It wouldn’t be The Wizard of Oz without the Wicked Witch’s minions. Some of our dancers fly across the stage in harnesses, wearing amazing winged-monkey costumes created by designer Liz Vandal. In addition, the sea of monkeys is also thanks to puppets created by theatrical designer Nicholas Mahon. Special thanks to Kansas City Ballet and […]
First Soloist Maizyalet Velázquez as Miss Gulch in The Wizard of Oz
October 8, 2019
BEHIND THE SCENES: It’s so good to be bad! 🌪️💚 Fierce and fabulous First Soloist Maizyalet Velázquez breathing life into ‘Miss Gulch’ for our upcoming production of The Wizard of Oz. Run, Toto, run!! See her transform into the Wicked Witch of the West Oct. 25 through Nov. 3 at the Aronoff Center for the […]
Win Tickets to The Wizard of Oz
October 3, 2019
Dorothy’s ruby red slipper pointe shoes are now on display at Cincinnati Museum Center! Take a selfie (like this little cutie) with the slippers and you could WIN four tickets to The Wizard of Oz. Post your photo to Cincinnati Ballet’s social media channels (Facebook, Instagram & Twitter) and use the hashtag #CBApplause. The shoes […]
The Wizard of Oz: By the Numbers
October 3, 2019
From October 25 through November 3, there’s no place like the Aronoff Center for the Arts. Experience our spectacular production of The Wizard of Oz. With projection technology, puppetry, and flying effects, it’s unlike any ballet you’ve seen before. To execute what you see on stage also takes a village of dancers, wardrobe crew, stagehands, […]
Video: Behind the Scenes at The Wizard of Oz Photo Shoot
October 3, 2019
We had so much fun at our photo shoot for The Wizard of Oz! Each dancer spent time in hair and makeup before changing into their amazing character costumes. In this video, you’ll see Principal Dancer Melissa Gelfin as Dorothy, Principal Dancer Cervilio Amador as Scarecrow, and Corps de Ballet Artists Michael Mengden and Taylor […]