PNB Blog
The Story of Cinderella
Kent Stowell's adaptation of Cinderella is a romantic retelling of the classic fairytale. Stowell's version is unique, as many ballets are based on Frederick Ashton’s 1948 production, which is more comic-tragic in nature. Read the full story on the PNB Blog!
Audition Season Tips from Elle Macy, PNB Principal Dancer
PNB Company dancer Elle Macy shares her audition season tips for young dancers preparing for summer intensives and more!
PNB Costume Shop on The Nutcracker (10 Years In!)
PNB's production of The Nutcracker features costumes designed by Ian Falconer, and PNB's costume shop was responsible for bringing many of these designs to life. Today on the PNB Blog, members of the costume shop share their favorite Nutcracker memory, their holiday traditions, and more!
PNB’s 2025 Gift Guide
This holiday season, some of our favorite Nutcracker characters have created custom gift recommendations for you! From ballet gift certificates to plushies, chocolates to tea, there’s something for everyone on your list.
Meet PNB’s 2025/26 Season Apprentices
This season, PNB is excited to welcome four new dancers to the company in the role of Apprentice! Get to know Luke Gutierrez, Jory Luther, LeeAnaca Moore, and Mckenzie Wilson in their brief interviews below. "Toi toi toi" to these new members of PNB!
Make a Meaningful Gift Before December 31, 2025
As the year draws to a close, many in our community take time to reflect on what matters most to them. If Pacific Northwest Ballet is part of your story, there are several impactful ways to support the art and artists you love while also taking advantage of current tax opportunities before they change. Read about your options in this helpful blog!
Interview with Ariana Lallone, Former PNB Dancer
Recently, PNB had the pleasure of sitting down with former principal dancer Ariana Lallone, who performed with the company for 24 years. After this impressive career, Lallone pivoted, performing with Teatro ZinZanni for 10 years. Check out this blog to learn more about Lallone’s inspiring career and her joy of performing!
Support Native Artists this Holiday Season
November is Native American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate and honor Native nations in the Pacific Northwest and across the United States who have lived here since time immemorial. We recently caught up with several native artists who participated in The Sleeping Beauty Community Day!
Q&A with PNB Principal Dancer Elizabeth Murphy
PNB's production of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® opens this Friday, November 28, 2025! To celebrate the opening of the Northwest's favorite holiday tradition, we sat down with Sugar Plum fairy extraordinaire and PNB Principal dancer Elizabeth Murphy. Click here to learn Murphy's post-show ritual, her favorite cafe, and more!