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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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Leta Biasucci and PNB Company dancers, photo © Angela Sterling.
  • Inside the Production  // 
  • Performances
January 2024
5 Reasons Why Swan Lake is a Ballet Classic
From Tchaikovsky’s iconic score to the dual role of Odette/Odile, discover five reasons why Swan Lake remains one of ballet’s most beloved works at PNB.
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  • Inside the Production
January 2024
Swan Lake: A Pop Culture Darling 
Explore Swan Lake’s lasting influence on pop culture, from Black Swan to fashion and music. See how this ballet classic continues to captivate beyond the stage.
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  • Performances
January 2024
Swan Lake Programs Through the Years
Browse PNB’s collection of Swan Lake performance programs spanning decades, showcasing the ballet’s rich history at Pacific Northwest Ballet.
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A portrait of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky painted after his death
  • Inside the Production  // 
  • Meet the Artist
December 2023
The Man Behind the Music: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Explore Tchaikovsky’s life and musical legacy, from his early training to the iconic ballet scores for Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, and Sleeping Beauty.
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Front of house activities at PNB’s sensory-friendly performance of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®, photo © Noel Pederson.
  • Sensory-Friendly Performances  // 
  • Audience Tips
December 2023
What to Know About Sensory-Friendly Performances
Learn what to expect at PNB’s sensory-friendly performances, designed to create a welcoming environment for audiences with sensory processing challenges.
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  • Inside the Production  // 
  • Choreographers & Staff  // 
  • Meet the Artist  // 
  • New Works  // 
  • Q&A
November 2023
Q&A With Choreographer Dani Rowe
Choreographer Dani Rowe discusses her creative process and new work for Pacific Northwest Ballet in this behind-the-scenes Q&A interview.
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McCaw Hall Curtain, photo © Angela Sterling.
  • Audience Tips
June 2023
Where are the Best Seats? How to pick where to sit in McCaw Hall
Find the best seats at McCaw Hall with PNB’s guide to seating sections, sight lines, and tips for choosing the perfect spot for ballet performances.
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  • Q&A  // 
  • Life at PNB
May 2023
Q&A with Amanda Morgan
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Ashton Edwards, photo © Angela Sterling.
  • Meet the Artist
April 2023
Q&A with Corps Member Ashton Edwards
Get to know PNB corps de ballet dancer Ashton Edwards in this Q&A about his journey to Pacific Northwest Ballet and life as a company dancer.
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  • Performances
April 2023
A Midsummer Night’s Dream Programs Through the Years
Explore PNB’s archive of A Midsummer Night’s Dream programs through the years, showcasing Balanchine’s enchanting ballet across decades in Seattle.
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