New Ballet Ensemble and School www.newballet.org
School Performances
NBE offers school performances where students can engage with teaching artists and ask questions following a production. Pre-performance guides enrich students’ understanding and appreciation.
New Ballet’s School Show Performances 2024/2025
Field Trips
NutRemix™ Matinee Performance at the Cannon Center Friday, November 22 at 10:30 AM
Dance Education in Schools
Created in collaboration with Memphis Shelby County Schools, NBE offers tuition-free in-school residency programs that inspire students and develop their talents. NBE Teaching Artists lead classes including Ballet, Hip Hop, Memphis Jookin, West African, Tap, African Drumming, and more.
Contact Emily Draffen at emily@newballet.org for more information.
Sample Programs Offered
Program Type: Arts Appreciation
Program Description:
NutRemix:
Every holiday season NutRemix delights Memphis audiences with a modern reinvention of Tchaikovsky’s classic Nutcracker! Set on Memphis’s famed Beale Street, Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop, Flamenco, Memphis Jookin, West African dance, and more create a magical world of movement and music you’ll never forget! The Memphis Symphony Orchestra and Big Band play live along with Flamenco musicians and African drummers. Unless you’ve seen NutRemix, you’ve never seen a show like this!
The New York Times named NutRemix one of the three most innovative “Nutcrackers” in America! – Alastair McCaulay, New York Times Dance Critic
NutRemix tells a new story that includes conflict resolution, embraces a global perspective, and celebrates authentic cultural legacies from around the world. It’s a major production, typically presented at the beautiful Cannon Center in downtown Memphis.
“The spirit on stage is wonderful.” – New York Times review of “NutRemix”
– Run Time: Approx 1-hour
Lesson Plan Example: Download File
Program Type: Arts Appreciation
Program Description:
In-School Performances:
New Ballet Ensemble brings socially and culturally relevant dance displays to young audiences through live and virtual performances. Upon request, educators receive a Teacher Guide to actively engage students in each production. The guide includes information on composers and choreographers, prompts to promote critical thinking, and a range of activities to maximize students’ understanding and appreciation of the performance. Offerings may vary depending on the semester. Click here to see all available In-School Performances.
Please contact Emily Draffen at emily@newballet.org for more information about pricing and available dates.
Lesson Plan Example: Download File
Program Type: Arts Appreciation
Program Description:
Created in collaboration with Shelby County Schools and funded by generous donors, New Ballet Ensemble offers tuition-free in-school residency programs that inspires students with an affinity for dance to continue developing their talents. New Ballet Teaching Artists visit partnering schools once to twice weekly throughout the school year, leading a variety of dance classes.
These in-school residencies are built collaboratively with school administrators. Students expand their passion for dance at their schools, where they become inspired to advance into classes at New Ballet. Some of these talented young dancers have built successful dance careers, becoming Teaching and Performing Artists who return home to teach in their communities. Click here for more information or contact Emily Draffen at emily@newballet.org.
Lesson Plan Example: Download File
