Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre

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Performance art theatre Charitable organisation

https://sprout.link/pittsburghballettheatre Visit PBT School's Page at: facebook.com/pghballetschool PITTSBURGH BALLET THEATRE (PBT) WAS FOUNDED IN 1969 AS AN AFFILIATE OF POINT PARK COLLEGE UNDER THE DIRECTION OF ARTISTIC DIRECTOR NICHOLAS PETROV AND BOARD CHAIR LOTI FALK. In 1970/71, PBT presented its first subscription season at the Syria Mosque with one performance of Swan Lake and four of The Nutcracker. Read more The inaugural season was a sell-out. Petrov invited Frederick Franklin to join PBT as Co-Artistic Director in 1974. Under their leadership, PBT continued to grow. PBT became independent from Point Park College in 1977. That same year, Petrov stepped down as Artistic Director. PBT was led briefly by former London Festival Ballet principal dancer John Gilpin who, plagued by health problems, left shortly after taking over. French dancer and choreographer Patrick Frantz was appointed as PBT’s Artistic Director later that year. Frantz began to emphasize contemporary works in the Company’s repertoire and spearheaded the development of the PBT School. Throughout the decade, PBT experienced tremendous growth in subscription sales and community support. By the early 1980s, PBT was listed among the nation’s largest companies. In June 1982, Patricia Wilde was appointed Artistic Director. A celebrated former principal dancer of the New York City Ballet and one of the world’s foremost classical ballerinas, Wilde brought PBT to new levels of maturity. Her influence carried PBT through continued success for fifteen years. During her tenure, PBT performed many of the classic works, and became known for its brilliant execution of the works of the great George Balanchine. In the 1987/88 season, Loti Falk retired as PBT’s Managing Director and was succeeded by Stephen Richard. Richard was succeeded by Steven Libman in 1991. During the early 1990s, PBT expanded its base of foundation contributors, increased individual donations and experienced high ticket sales. In 1997, the arrival of Terrence S. Orr, formerly Ballet Master of American Ballet Theatre, and a new strategic alliance with the Heinz Endowments, led PBT to renew its commitment to the creation of new works and building audiences through innovative programming and collaboration. Orr began to introduce new work to Pittsburgh audiences through both co-production with other national ballet companies and by commissi Update description

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2900 Liberty Ave
Pittsburgh

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(412) 281-6727

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Franky L. 2016-05-21

The dancers are truly inspiring, performances are compelling, be wary of seeing just one show, you will want to return for more.

Tricia McConnell E. 2015-12-28

Best directing concept and execution I've ever seen in a ballet! Fantastic funny charming nonstop activity. Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's closing show...

Kate Mousaw B. 2015-12-23

Very disappointed. May have been better if the family next to me hadn't spent the entire 2nd act eating nuts out of cellophane bags and then the two...

Leon P. 2016-10-14

They teach well.. I'm so proud with you guys

Amelia B. 2016-10-14

Can't wait to watch you again guys dancing ballet :)

Clara L. 2016-10-06

I wonder I can dance like them:)! very graceful..

Leonardo C. 2016-04-17

The music, dance , and customers are the best !!!!

Karli H. 2016-02-16

Nutcracker and Peter Pan were both beautiful! I can't wait to see Alice and Wonderland next year!!! Beautiful and amazing dancers!

Stephanie Day K. 2016-02-16

Superb performance of Peter Pan! We loved every minute and can't wait for next season!

Nichole Visco S. 2016-01-04

My daughter attended this PBT School Summer Intensive in 2015 & had an incredible experience. The staff was amazing and the facilities were...

Sadie B. 2015-12-28

First ballet in Pitt, and a dancer of 15 years! I was in aw. It was beautifully executed and choreographed. Can't wait to come back !

Gabriel Antonio J. 2015-12-18

Very nice.

Ashley Marie Z. 2015-12-17

Recently went to the see the Nutcracker. I didn't even recognize the Benedum as they have banners advertising different stores like they're NASCAR....

Kathy R. 2015-11-13

On October 22nd, we lost a former PBT dancer, Lisa Davis Smith. For more information, see her Facebook page. On Saturday, November 14th, services will...

Billy S. 2015-08-30

Can't help but be a little biased, JoAnna being my sister and all, but every performance I've seen has been exceptional.

Lisa A. 2015-06-16

One of the best companies in the country. Great dancers, wonderful rep, vibrant performances!

Tara Lynn S. 2015-02-14

I've always enjoyed seeing the ballet! It's fabulous!

Sisi S. 2015-02-14

I would normally give the Balllet 5 stars but am irritated that they do not enforce their own rules about disruptive children and adults at...

Becky S. 2014-11-27

Love the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre.

Sabrina Filipek D. 2014-08-09

I loved it I did a awesome job with the teachers and I lost my voice so they taught me some moves about ballet

Updates from Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre

Pittsburgh Ballet T. 2017-11-17
Let the #LightUpNight festivities begin! Today only, save 50% on prime seats for select #performances of #TheNutcracker. Hurry on over to www.pbt.org/lightup by 11:59 p.m. to snag your dream seats.

Pittsburgh Ballet T. 2017-11-16
Who's excited for #Pittsburgh #LightUpNight?! We'll be starting our celebrations right here at the stroke of midnight! Stay tuned! #PBTNutcracker #DeckTheHalls Artist: Yoshiaki Nakano Photo by: Rich Sofranko

Pittsburgh Ballet T. 2017-11-15
Experience the magic of The Nutcracker in a supportive theater setting! Complete with flurrying snow, a colossal Christmas tree and magic tricks galore, this holiday spectacular features over 100 dancers, 200 costumes and Tchaikovsky’s exultant score. Pit

Pittsburgh Ballet T. 2017-11-13
Thanks to everyone who joined us for #PointeInTimeGala #WestSideStory Suite this weekend and to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette for these fantastic photos of the evening. See more below!

Pittsburgh Ballet T. 2017-11-12
Thanks to all who are here with us tonight at #PointeInTimeGala #WestSideStorySuite and to our chairs Robert Morris University’s Dr. Christopher Howard and Mrs. Barbara Noble Howard and to our premier sponsor Peoples Natural Gas!

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