About ARB Founded in 1989 by Hellie Schussler on the rich traditions of classical ballet, Ashland Regional Ballet ( ARB ) is a distinctively American company performing works in a wide range of choreographic styles. This accomplishes two objectives: providing entertaining and artistically satisfying programs for our public ; and preparation for the widely varied repertoire the dancers will encounter in the professional world of dance. ARB dancers study ballet daily, but also train in tap, jazz, and modern dance, along with special workshops with guest teachers and choreographers. ARB dancers are encouraged to explore the craft of choreography. Many of the choreographers who set dances on the company began as youngsters creating dances for the annual Choreography Showcase hosted by Opus II Dance Studio, where ARB makes its home. Along with the Choreography Showcase, ARB's performing season regularly includes an outdoor community concert in the City of Ashland's summer concert season, The Nutcracker, a Winter-Into-Spring Gala program of repertory pieces, and an annual Spring Ballet. ARB maintained membership in Regional Dance America for nine years, hosting a regional festival as an honor company in 2006.
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