description Pacific Northwest Ballet Overview
Pacific Northwest Ballet (PNB) is a leading American ballet company known for its commitment to contemporary dance and its diverse repertoire. The company actively commissions works from leading choreographers worldwide, showcasing a wide range of styles. PNBs training program is highly regarded, producing exceptional dancers. Their productions are often visually striking and reflect the vibrant culture of the Pacific Northwest.
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Where does Pacific Northwest Ballet perform?
PNB is based in Seattle and performs primarily at Marion Oliver McCaw Hall at Seattle Center. The company was founded in 1972 and has grown into one of the largest ballet companies in the United States.
Who is the artistic director of Pacific Northwest Ballet?
Peter Boal, a former principal dancer with New York City Ballet, has been PNB's artistic director since 2005. His NYCB background reinforced the company's already strong Balanchine tradition.
Why is PNB so closely associated with George Balanchine's ballets?
Former co-artistic director Francia Russell was one of the very few people authorized by Balanchine to stage his works, and she built one of the deepest Balanchine repertories outside NYCB in Seattle. The company pairs that legacy with contemporary commissions from choreographers worldwide.
What is the story with PNB's Nutcracker?
PNB famously performed a version designed by children's author Maurice Sendak from 1983 through 2014, which became a Seattle holiday institution. In 2015 the company debuted a completely new Nutcracker production, which remains its annual signature event.
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