The Power of Ballet Scholarships for Dancers of Faith
Title: The Power of Ballet Scholarships for Dancers of Faith
Ballet scholarships play a vital role in nurturing dancers of faith, providing them with training, artistic growth, and a supportive community. These scholarships enable dancers to express deep truths through their performances. Read several personal accounts of how these scholarships have helped our dancers.
The Life-Changing Impact of Ballet Scholarships
Title: Igniting Transformation: The Power of Ballet Scholarships for Aspiring Dancers
Discover how ballet scholarships are more than just financial aid – they're catalysts for personal growth. From equalizing opportunities and boosting confidence to nurturing discipline and resilience, these scholarships empower aspiring dancers to excel. Join us in exploring how these scholarships shape the artists of tomorrow and enrich our cultural landscape.
Sophia Snider on the Importance of New Work
Being part of a company focused on creating new works is meaningful because it aligns with Ballet 5:8's faith-based mission. Continuously generating fresh pieces allows us to mirror God's creative nature, express our faith, and reach diverse audiences with relevant stories rooted in the Gospel.
Valerie Linsner on the Importance of New Work
Being part of a company that prioritizes creating new works is meaningful to me. It pushes me as an artist, connects with current culture, and allows me to craft unique art. At 5:8, we passionately produce truth-rooted, stereotype-free works that bring a fresh voice to the arts community.
Performing in a work created specifically for me is thrilling. It comes with responsibility and freedom - giving my all to the choreographer's vision while being liberated from comparison.
The stories we tell at 5:8 are for everyone. They tackle uncomfortable subjects, shed light on the unexplored, and resonate deeply. They challenge, inspire, and remind us of our collective voice. Our work at 5:8 is truly extraordinary.
The Power of New Works: Transforming Ballet for the 21st Century
Julianna Rubio Slager, Artistic Director of Ballet 5:8, brings fresh and dynamic work to her audience, uniting athleticism and poetry in ballet. Creating new works allows ballet to reflect society, engage new audiences, push boundaries, encourage collaboration, and preserve tradition. Ballet's transcendent beauty impacts souls and offers hope for a brighter future.
Miranda Rubio | 22/23 Season in Review
Company Artist Miranda Rubio shares her reflections on the 22/23 Season! One of our Ballet 5:8 traditions at the end of each performance season is to ask the artists of the company to share some reflections with us.
Elizabeth Marlin | 22/23 Season in Review
Solo Artist Elizabeth Marlin shares her reflections on the 22/23 Season! One of our Ballet 5:8 traditions at the end of each performance season is to ask the artists of the company to share some reflections with us.
Libby Dennen | 22/23 Season in Review
Solo Artist Libby Dennen shares her reflections on the 22/23 Season! One of our Ballet 5:8 traditions at the end of each performance season is to ask the artists of the company to share some reflections with us.
Sarah Clarke | 22/23 Season in Review
Solo Artist Sarah Clarke shares her reflections on the 22/23 Season! One of our Ballet 5:8 traditions at the end of each performance season is to ask the artists of the company to share some reflections with us.
Valerie Linsner | 22/23 Season in Review
Solo Artist Valerie Linsner shares her reflections on the 22/23 Season! One of our Ballet 5:8 traditions at the end of each performance season is to ask the artists of the company to share some reflections with us.
Melanie Rodrigues | 22/23 Season in Review
Company Artist Melanie Rodrigues shares her reflections on the 22/23 Season! One of our Ballet 5:8 traditions at the end of each performance season is to ask the artists of the company to share some reflections with us.
Ellington Nichols | 22/23 Season in Review
Company Artist Ellington Nichols shares her reflections on the 22/23 Season! One of our Ballet 5:8 traditions at the end of each performance season is to ask the artists of the company to share some reflections with us.
Kayla Kowach | 22/23 Season in Review
Company Artist Kayla Kowach shares her reflections on the 22/23 Season! One of our Ballet 5:8 traditions at the end of each performance season is to ask the artists of the company to share some reflections with us.
Samuel Opsal | 22/23 Season in Review
Solo Artist Samuel Opsal shares his reflections on the 22/23 Season! One of our Ballet 5:8 traditions at the end of each performance season is to ask the artists of the company to share some reflections with us.
Ford Tackett | 22/23 Season in Review
Company Artist Ford Tackett shares his reflections on the 22/23 Season! One of our Ballet 5:8 traditions at the end of each performance season is to ask the artists of the company to share some reflections with us.
Sophia Snider | 22/23 Season in Review
Company Artist Sophia Snider shares her reflections on the 22/23 Season! One of our Ballet 5:8 traditions at the end of each performance season is to ask the artists of the company to share some reflections with us.
Lezlie Gray | 22/23 Season in Review
Company Artist Lezlie Gray shares her reflections on the 22/23 Season! One of our Ballet 5:8 traditions at the end of each performance season is to ask the artists of the company to share some reflections with us.
The Female Leads of BareFace | Company Artist Kayla Kowach
In honor of Women’s History Month, we are interviewing the female leads of BareFace to get to know their characters before they take the stage this spring! Hear from Company Artist Kayla Kowach on dancing the role of The Priest.
The Female Leads of BareFace | Solo Artist Valerie Linsner
In honor of Women’s History Month, we are interviewing the female leads of BareFace to get to know their characters before they take the stage this spring! Hear from Solo Artist Valerie Linsner on dancing the role of Redival.
“Till We Have Faces” and the Female Gaze | Ballet Year Million
The female gaze is a powerful thread pulled through the novel of “Till We Have Faces,” offering a unique perspective on the age-old tale of Cupid and Psyche. The novel is narrated by Orual, Psyche's older sister, who provides a complex and nuanced portrayal of the story that is often missing from other retellings.