When Adult Dancers Take the Stage: Second Act Collective Performs at the Francia Russell Center
Second Act Collective, a nonprofit for adult ballet dancers, performs at PNB’s Francia Russell Center. Faculty member Ikolo Griffin shares why it matters.
Pacific Northwest Ballet Principal Dancer Elizabeth Murphy Announces Retirement
Principal dancer Elizabeth Murphy announces her retirement after 15 years with PNB. Celebrate her career at the Season Encore performance.
Pacific Northwest Ballet Principal Dancer Lucien Postlewaite Announces Retirement
Principal dancer Lucien Postlewaite announces his retirement after over 20 years with PNB. Celebrate his career at the Season Encore performance.
PNB School Welcomes New Managing Director, Lauri-Michelle Houk
PNB School welcomes Lauri-Michelle Houk as Managing Director. A former PNB soloist, she returns to Seattle with Marisa Albee promoted to School Principal.
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.
Pacific Northwest Ballet Dancers Cecilia Iliesiu, Miles Pertl, and Price Suddarth Announce Departures
Pacific Northwest Ballet will be saying farewell to principal dancer Cecilia Iliesiu, as well as soloists Miles Pertl and Price Suddarth at the end of PNB’s 2024-25 season. Iliesiu, who recently welcomed son Francis to her family, has been accepted to Duke University where she will begin MBA studies this fall at Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business. Pertl intends […]
PNB School Retirements: Denise Bolstad and Abbie Siegel
PNB School honors retiring faculty Denise Bolstad (45 years) and Abbie Siegel (34 years) for their extraordinary contributions to ballet education in Seattle.
Celebrating Kabby Mitchell III
Honor Kabby Mitchell III, PNB’s first Black dancer, through Kiyon Ross’s tribute. Learn about Mitchell’s career, teaching legacy, and lasting impact on Seattle.
Announcing New PNB Faculty Member Kurt Froman
PNB School welcomes Kurt Froman to lead the Men’s Division. The former NYCB dancer and Billy Elliot choreographer brings decades of experience to Seattle.
Announcing Jessica Lang as PNB’s Next Resident Choreographer
Pacific Northwest Ballet names Jessica Lang as its next Resident Choreographer. Learn about her acclaimed career and upcoming works for PNB’s stage.