10 Fun Facts for The Nutcracker’s 10th Anniversary!
Celebrate 10 years of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker at PNB with fun facts about the costumes, orchestra, mice, and 1,200 pairs of pointe shoes.
The Man Behind the Music: Philip Glass
Explore composer Philip Glass’s life, from Baltimore roots to iconic operas and ballet scores. Learn how his music shapes dance at Pacific Northwest Ballet.
Backstage Nutcracker Magic: Photo Essay
Go behind the scenes of The Nutcracker at PNB with this festive photo essay, from costume prep and rehearsals to post-performance celebrations.
The Impact of PNB’s New Works Initiative on Stage this November
Learn how PNB’s New Works Initiative has brought over 150 new ballets to the stage since 2005, supporting choreographers, designers, and dancers.
Artistic Director’s Notebook: Jewels, AfterTime, The Window, In The Upper Room
Dear Friends, George Balanchine’s Jewels is sometimes referred to as the first plotless evening-length work. Not exactly the catchiest byline. Did Balanchine hope to tap into the box office strength of full-length ballets? Interestingly, Jewels was not a stand-alone work at its premiere. In fact, it wasn’t even called “Jewels.” Emeralds, Rubies, and Diamonds were there, but there was no overarching name. Critic […]
What to Watch for: Jewels
New to ballet? Discover what to watch for in Balanchine’s Jewels, from French elegance in Emeralds to jazzy glamour in Rubies and Russian grandeur in Diamonds.
Jérôme Kaplan at PNB
Learn about Jérôme Kaplan, the internationally renowned costume and set designer behind PNB’s stunning productions of Jewels, Giselle, and Roméo et Juliette.
Celebrating Jessica Lang, PNB’s Resident Choreographer
Learn about Jessica Lang, PNB’s Resident Choreographer, her creative process, and upcoming works including ALL LANG and the new children’s ballet Momotaro.
Artistic Director’s Notebook: DIRECTOR’S CHOICE 2025
Peter Boal introduces Director’s Choice 2025 featuring Twyla Tharp’s Nine Sinatra Songs, Kiyon Ross’s …throes of increasing wonder, and Cracks by Rena Butler.
Unwrapping …throes of increasing wonder | Leah Terada in conversation with Kiyon Ross
By Leah Terada I’m writing this blog from a room tucked away in the Phelps Center, just above Studio C, the company’s main studio. Through the walls, I can hear the familiar sounds of rehearsal, the boisterous score of …throes of increasing wonder by composer Cristina Spinei as it seeps its way into my corner of the building, […]