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Pacific Northwest Ballet Blog

Go behind the scenes at Pacific Northwest Ballet with dancer interviews, production insights, company news, and stories from PNB School.

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Eva Stone and PNB School students, photo © Lindsay Thomas.
  • Q&A  // 
  • Choreographers & Staff  // 
  • NEXT STEP
December 2024
NEXT STEP: Choreographic conversation and interview with program coordinator Eva Stone
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  • Gift Guide
December 2024
PNB’s 2024 Gift Guide for Dance Fans 
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Erik Andor, Ian Falconer, and Peter Boal during Nutcracker construction in 2015, photo © Lindsay Thomas.
  • Meet the Artist  // 
  • Inside the Production
December 2024
PNB’s Resident Mouse King, Erik Andor: The Nutcracker, The Sleeping Beauty, and Beyond 
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  • Inside the Production  // 
  • Director's Notebook
November 2024
Artistic Director’s Notebook: George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® 2024
Peter Boal welcomes audiences to PNB’s Nutcracker, sharing behind-the-scenes details about the cast, orchestra, and the magic of Ian Falconer’s production.
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  • Inside the Production  // 
  • Performances
November 2024
5 Reasons Why The Nutcracker is a Holiday Favorite
From Tchaikovsky’s enchanting score to a cast of magical characters, discover five reasons PNB’s George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® is a beloved tradition.
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DanceChance students performing in PNB School Performance on McCaw Hall stage, photo © Lindsay Thomas.
  • DISCOVER DANCE  // 
  • Community Education  // 
  • School
November 2024
DanceChance in 2024 – By the Numbers!
Celebrate 30 years of DanceChance at PNB School—full-scholarship ballet training for Seattle Public Schools students. Explore the 2024 impact by the numbers.
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Yuki Takahashi rehearses Stravinsky Violin Concerto, photo © Lindsay Thomas.
  • Performances  // 
  • Uncategorized
November 2024
Which Balanchine Ballet Are You? Quiz
Take our fun personality quiz to find out which George Balanchine ballet matches you. Discover your inner ballerina at Pacific Northwest Ballet!
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Lesley Rausch backstage at New York City Center, photo © Lindsay Thomas.
  • Life at PNB  // 
  • History  // 
  • Performances
October 2024
Prodigal Son Through the Years at PNB
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  • Inside the Production  // 
  • Director's Notebook  // 
  • Performances
October 2024
Artistic Director’s Notebook: Square Dance, Prodigal Son, Stravinsky Violin Concerto
Peter Boal explores Balanchine’s genius across three works in PNB’s All Balanchine program: Square Dance, Prodigal Son, and Stravinsky Violin Concerto.
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  • Audience Tips  // 
  • Performances
October 2024
5 Reasons Why PNB’s The Nutcracker Tickets Are More Affordable Than People Think
Nutcracker tickets start at $35 at PNB. Discover value seats, family pricing, discounts, and tips to enjoy the Northwest’s favorite holiday ballet for less.
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