Charlotte Ballet
Charlotte Ballet , is a world-class repertory dance ensemble that has built a versatile and diverse repertoire—ranging from classical ballet to cutting-edge contemporary dance. Performing in its hometown of Charlotte and beyond, the company of 28 professional dancers provides artistically excellent programming steeped in virtuosity and energy.
Former New York City Ballet dancer Patricia McBride serves as master teacher for Charlotte Ballet Academy, which serves approximately 1,000 students annually and was the first ballet school in the state of North Carolina affiliated with a nationally renowned ballet company.
Charlotte Ballet has nationally recognized educational and community programs, including Reach—the company’s need-based dance scholarship program, which provides quality dance training in local communities in the Charlotte area.
Charlotte Ballet, led by Artistic Director Alejandro Cerrudo, is a world-class repertory dance ensemble that has built a versatile and diverse repertoire—ranging from classical ballet to cutting-edge contemporary dance.
