PERFORMANCES
Roanoke Ballet Theatre, Inc. (Supported by Center in the Square but housed off-site at Grandin Road)
Roanoke Ballet Theatre, Inc. (RBT) is one of Virginia's preeminent dance companies, and is known nationwide for its innovative and exciting ballet and cutting-edge modern performances. RBT celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2008, and is Roanoke's only non-profit school of dance, providing excellent instruction in ballet, pointe, modern, tap, jazz, and specialty classes for all ages and skill levels. Dedicated to the heritage, development and promotion of dance, RBT is committed to offering excellent dance instruction in a diverse range of styles and levels; creating and sustaining a challenging artistic environment; providing a variety of performing opportunities for dancers; and offering our community a variety of opportunities to experience dance.
RBT maintains a Company of professional and student artists that offers performances and tours throughout the year. RBT's teaching philosophy embraces a holistic approach, wherein each student is regarded as a "whole" being, and not just as a dancer needing technical training. Positive attitudes, good nutrition, teamwork, creativity, and personal commitment are all important components of instruction.
Past projects which have received international recognition for innovation include Bluegrass Ballet with the Del McCoury Band, Aerial Ballet, and NASCAR Ballet. RBT has presented and/or performed in concert with North Carolina Dance Theatre, Alvin Ailey Repertory Ensemble, Moscow State Ballet, Guangdong, Richmond Ballet, Doug Varone and Dancers; and individual artists from Dance Theatre of Harlem, National Dance Institute, School of American Ballet, Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Company, Charleston Ballet, National Ballet of Ecuador, Mongolian National Ballet, Merce Cunningham Company, Shen Wei Dance Arts, Urban Bush Women, Pilobolous, Moving Poets, and others.