Behind the scenes: International Ballet’s ‘The Nutcracker’
A buzz of energy could be felt backstage at the International Ballet’s dress rehearsal of ‘The Nutcracker’ on Dec. 12.
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Three productions of ‘The Nutcracker‘ pirouette onto Greenville stages
Greenville residents have at least three “Nutcracker” productions to choose from in the next few weeks.
Greenville’s International Ballet announces 2024-25 season lineup
The season includes 2024 performances of “L’Automne” and “The Nutcracker,” and a 2025 production of “Don Quixote.
International Ballet brings ‘Swan Lake’ to Peace Center
The company is bringing in 13 guest artists, including three dancers from the San Francisco Ballet.
Giving Matters: Community support for the arts keeps Greenville’s International Ballet en pointe
In 2003, Lena Forster and her husband, Jurgen, founded International Ballet (IB) to bring quality productions of beloved classics like The Nutcracker and Swan Lake to Upstate audiences. To nurture…
International Ballet’s 2018-2019 season features variety of styles and live music
International Ballet’s 2018-2019 season that kicks off Nov. 17 features a variety of dance styles, ranging from classical ballet to Russian folk dancing, with each production also showcasing the talents of local musicians.
Twins share lead role in International Ballet’s ‘Coppélia’
As high school seniors who have danced together or shared roles in every performance to date, Lydia and Logan Acker, 18, will close out this stage of their young careers on April 14 and 15, performing as Swanhilda, the lead role in the classical ballet “Coppélia,” with International Ballet.
You’ll have plenty of opportunities to catch ‘The Nutcracker’ this holiday season
Clara, her courageous soldier, and the sugar plum fairies will be chassé-ing across a variety of stages in three unique “The Nutcracker” productions beginning Dec. 1.
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Artisphere 2017 adds $6M to the local economy, shatters previous records
Artisphere, ranked one of the top fine arts shows in the country, poured money into artists’ pockets and Greenville’s economy. In 2017, the festival broke all previous records for economic impact, attendance and sales.
What’s Happening This Weekend: April 7–8
Every Thursday, we give you a list of 10 events happening this weekend in the Upstate.
Dancers, musicians collaborate live for Fall Chamber Concert
This year's concert features musicians Jason Currin and members of his DRUM Percussion Studio and cellist Sharon Gerber, who will present original as well as classic works along with International Ballet dancers.
Final ballet performance melds classics with contemporary
On Mother’s Day weekend, International Ballet will carry out its mission to educate and inspire the Upstate