About the Artist/Ensemble

Roanoke Ballet Theatre is Roanoke Valley’s premiere professional ballet company. RBT’s mission is to enrich the soul of the community through the beauty of dance, and we are proud to bring ballet performances and educational experiences to our Roanoke and the rest of Virginia as a VCA Touring Roster Artist.

RBT produces high-quality, professional dance performances. Members of RBT’s Company have undergone years of extensive training and many have danced professionally with other companies at a variety of levels. RBT’s repertoire include classics like “The Nutcracker,” “Giselle,” and “The Sleeping Beauty” and new contemporary works and original story-ballets such as the riveting “Dracula,” whimsical “Snow White,” colorful “Alice in Wonderland,” and more. Roanoke Ballet Theatre’s productions are rooted in the technical rigor of classical ballet with soaring jumps and intricate pointe work. RBT balances history with modern interpretations and story telling to engage and delight today’s audiences of all ages.

Roanoke Ballet Theatre also builds relationships between the art of dance and new audiences by performing in nontraditional venues and creating interactive dance experiences for people of all ages and abilities. RBT’s school is committed to nurturing the next generation of artists through excellent, holistic dance training in Roanoke.

Concert/Performance Description

PERFORMANCES:

Stage Productions: Full length story or repertoire ballets. Repertoire varies each season, but holiday favorites “Dracula” and “The Nutcracker” are available annually. In addition to story book ballets, RBT offers a rotating repertoire of neo-classical and contemporary works including new and original choreography from RBT staff, company dancers and guest choreographers.

Technical Requirements

Stage production performances require a permanent stage no smaller than 30’ wide x 22’ deep (not including the wings). Story ballet requirements vary by production; please inquire.

Cafeterias, gymnasiums, or similar spaces may be used for educational programs. Community rooms, large classrooms, and libraries are suitable for Story Time programs.

Educational Programs

For Dancers: Master classes or open company class, and Dancer Q&A’s. Young artists can see a ballerina’s life up close with a level appropriate class by one of RBT’s qualified instructors or by joining in the company’s warm ups for a day.

For the Community: condensed lecture-demonstration versions of all repertoire are available and can be tailored to various ages and spaces. Ideal for schools, community centers, or Senior residences. 45-60 minutes of performance excerpts, behind-the-scenes insights, and interactive exploration with questions or movement activities.

Story Times: Ideal for preschool and early elementary students, a ballerina will read the story of a ballet and lead participants in basic dance and thematic movement exploration activities. Ideal for smaller spaces, this program can be adapted for libraries, community rooms and classrooms.

Fees

Stage Performances: $4,500+ depending on production and sets.

Master Classes, company class, Dancer Q&A: $50+ per hour with another event.

Performance Lecture-Demonstration:  $500+ with a stage performance. $1,250+ if independent event.

Story Times: $150+ independent event

Fees vary depending on number of dancers, staff, participants, event type, and location. Please inquire for details. Fees are negotiable based on size and scope of engagement.