A Ballet Life, En Face on the Road

En Face On The Road

June 30, 2023

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May 2026
Beer & Ballet

Dance Company: Sacramento Ballet
May 28, 2026, 7:30 pm Beer & Ballet

CLARA Studios 2420 N St #110, Sacramento, CA, United States

Sacramento favorite Beer & Ballet returns! Enjoy this unique performance, featuring new choreographic creations by our own Sacramento Ballet Company Dancers. Each ticket includes a complimentary glass of beer, wine, or non-alcoholic beverage, making for a delightful evening. Sponsored by Bike Dog Brewing Company, and Old Sugar Mill Wineries.
The Sleeping Beauty

Dance Company: Boston Ballet
May 28, 2026, 7:30 pm The Sleeping Beauty

Citizens Opera House 539 Washington St, Boston, MA, United States

Deep in a century-long slumber, a beautiful princess and her kingdom await the power of true love’s kiss. The Sleeping Beauty enchants with a host of magical characters—from the deliciously wicked fairy Carabosse and the valiant Prince Desire, to the benevolent woodland fairies and hilarious Puss in Boots. This iconic...
Spring Showcase: Junior Artist Generator & Youth Program

Dance Company: BodyVox
May 29, 2026, 6:00 pm Spring Showcase: Junior Artist Generator & Youth Program

BodyVox Dance Center 1201 NW 17th Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Young aspiring dancers showcase what they’ve learned over the past year at BodyVox!

Grab your snacks, hop in the car, and join us for a joyous road trip-inspired adventure as we crisscross the country visiting dancers and exploring vibrant dance festivals!

With the sunshine on your skin, the scent of chlorine calling you to the pool, and the open road beckoning you to fresh discoveries, summer is truly in the air and we are ready for adventure!

In the ballet world the 23/24 season lineup has been announced and the final show of this season wrapped up in a flurry of bows and thunderous applause. But as the curtain lowers on that last performance, have you ever wondered what happens next? What do the dancers do in the time before the next season kicks off?

This slice of time known as summer layoff is part of the traditional dancer’s yearly rhythm, and it is just as full of dancing excitement as the ballet season itself! Join En Face Magazine this summer for a joyous road trip-inspired adventure as we crisscross the country visiting dancers and exploring vibrant dance festivals. Because when you’re on the road during summer layoff, every moment is a dance party waiting to happen!

Next Stop: Ballet Sun Valley

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Alanna Love is a writer based out of Boise, Idaho. She revels in tracing the thread of beauty woven throughout daily life, especially when it is found in ballet, literature, or historical wardrobing.