Atlanta Ballet was founded over eight decades ago by dance visionary Dorothy Moses Alexander (1904-1986). Miss Dorothy had a dream of bringing quality ballet to the Atlanta community. The result was the Dorothy Alexander Dance Concert Group - the first step in the regional ballet movement that swept the nation.
In 1946, the Company, now named Atlanta Civic Ballet, became the first dance company in the nation to help fund a symphony. The season's annual proceeds were donated to the Atlanta Youth Symphony, which would later become Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. In 1958, Miss Dorothy invited Robert Barnett, a soloist with the acclaimed New York City Ballet and a protg of George Balanchine, to join the Company as a principal dancer.
In 1946, the Company, now named Atlanta Civic Ballet, became the first dance company in the nation to help fund a symphony. The season's annual proceeds were donated to the Atlanta Youth Symphony, which would later become Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. In 1958, Miss Dorothy invited Robert Barnett, a soloist with the acclaimed New York City Ballet and a protg of George Balanchine, to join the Company as a principal dancer.
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Reviews (19)
T. M.
Dec 24, 2021
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Tradition is tradition and you have definitely broken with tradition. After reviewing many reviews on various sites tonight, I am not alone in my opinion. I was not impressed with this latest version of the Nutcracker at Cobb Energy Center. Both my daughters and myself were totally disappointed after attending many performances at the Fox. At times it seemed as though the stage was too small or maybe it was all of the animation. The show lacked pizzazz, energy and finesse. I struggled to stay awake after intermission for a performance which lacked previous years upbeat, colorful and engaging
Jonathan H.
Dec 22, 2021
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Anne K.
Dec 10, 2021
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I took my daughter to see the Atlanta Ballet's Nutcracker on Dec 9, 2021. I have gone to see the Nutcracker about 20 times in my life with my daughter- she is 23. . This performance by far was the worst I've ever seen. The story was so warped, I barely recognized it. The Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairies was totally ruined by dancers in bathing caps covered in feathers. The dancing was horrible- minimal lifts, broken wrists, incomplete turns. Cossack dancers couldnt jump- I could go on and on - it was just weird and totally lacking in talent. We hated it!!!!
Jerry L.
Dec 25, 2018
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Sunny F.
Jan 22, 2018
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Have not seen Atlanta Ballet rating entirely on customer service. Recently lost a child and called to let them know we could not attend for medical reasons. Not only would the manager not issue a refund they went on to tell us about all the incredible upcoming shows we could exchange our tickets for. Have a heart Atlanta Ballet- it's not all about profits.
Alex P.
Feb 08, 2016
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How you rate this ballet is probably going to be dependent on what you are comparing it to and what other ballet's you be seen. Compared to Russian (Bolshoi ballet) and European ballets, this will feel like a lackluster performance, but of course it's Atlanta, so a one to one comparison would not be completely fair. Talent is limited in a smaller city.
MOULIN ROUGE. The story was great and costumes were very interesting. However, it felt very repetitive. Not the story itself, but the composition and the dances. I got to a point where I was wondering, when is this going to be over? That
MOULIN ROUGE. The story was great and costumes were very interesting. However, it felt very repetitive. Not the story itself, but the composition and the dances. I got to a point where I was wondering, when is this going to be over? That
Tiff H.
Nov 02, 2015
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I feel pretty bad leaving a 3 star review before, as I am now the Yelp duchess of a place I rated so averagely. Especially when I have been enjoying the classes I've been to recently.
Atlanta Ballet Centre for Education provides a great way for nonprofessional dancers to move. It's intimidating at first, especially when you see some budding pre-professional dance students running around the building.
The lady at reception is friendly and helped me get set up in the dressing room and the proper studio. Using my class card, I had her sign off on my card as I signed in for the beginning
Atlanta Ballet Centre for Education provides a great way for nonprofessional dancers to move. It's intimidating at first, especially when you see some budding pre-professional dance students running around the building.
The lady at reception is friendly and helped me get set up in the dressing room and the proper studio. Using my class card, I had her sign off on my card as I signed in for the beginning
Audrey P.
Apr 13, 2013
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Last night I saw Atlanta ballet's world premiere of Carmina Burana. It was performed to a live orchestra and live choir and was breathtakingly fantastic. Everything from the dancing to the costumes to the sets and lighting was just gorgeous. Several years ago I was an Atlanta ballet season ticket holder and was not disappointed by any of the shows. In particular I was blown away by their performance of Dracula. It was eerily fantastic - I highly recommend it.
They usually perform at the Cobb Energy Center which is a beautiful venue. I just feel sophisticated being able to attend events there
They usually perform at the Cobb Energy Center which is a beautiful venue. I just feel sophisticated being able to attend events there
Lucy W.
Feb 17, 2013
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My 666th review...maybe a little ominous. I've been a little disappointed with Atlanta Ballet in their last few shows, with the exception of one production. I hate to give a lower rating, as I want this city to continue to support the arts, but their shows need to warrant the support.
The Princess and the Goblin (Mar 2012): A surprise- Twyla Tharp as a guest choreographer, in collaboration with the Winnepeg Ballet..this ballet was whimsical, well-produced, and well-danced. Costumes and scenery were fabulous, and fit the story well. Twyla herself made a curtain call appearance, which
The Princess and the Goblin (Mar 2012): A surprise- Twyla Tharp as a guest choreographer, in collaboration with the Winnepeg Ballet..this ballet was whimsical, well-produced, and well-danced. Costumes and scenery were fabulous, and fit the story well. Twyla herself made a curtain call appearance, which
Daniel B.
Dec 17, 2012
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I went to see the Atlanta Ballet's 53rd production of The Nutcracker on Saturday night. Big thanks to Tom E. for hooking us up with great tickets (2nd row)!
The Nutcracker is currently showing at The Fox Theatre. December 7-26, 2012.
As I stated in my original review for the Atlanta Ballet (which you can read below), ballets aren't really my thing. I prefer a good movie or sporting event instead. I was a bit worried I might be bored to tears with The Nutcracker, but it actually turned out to be mostly entertaining. Don't get me wrong -- I have a lot of respect for everyone
The Nutcracker is currently showing at The Fox Theatre. December 7-26, 2012.
As I stated in my original review for the Atlanta Ballet (which you can read below), ballets aren't really my thing. I prefer a good movie or sporting event instead. I was a bit worried I might be bored to tears with The Nutcracker, but it actually turned out to be mostly entertaining. Don't get me wrong -- I have a lot of respect for everyone
Anna L.
Oct 16, 2012
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Review for Atlanta Ballet-Center for Dance Education.
I took a Ballet Intro class today at the Buckhead location and I loved the class!
Do bring: water, wear contact lenses, ballet shoes. Some people wear leotards + tights, others wear t-shirt+ shorts. Just wear what is comfortable for you.
Location: good neighborhood. The studio is located in a plaza and parking spaces are abundant.
Facility: super clean, very well renovated. Large classroom.
I took the Monday evening ballet intro class and I had no ballet experience at all. The instructor was Ms. Harrison. I loved the class, the atmosphere
I took a Ballet Intro class today at the Buckhead location and I loved the class!
Do bring: water, wear contact lenses, ballet shoes. Some people wear leotards + tights, others wear t-shirt+ shorts. Just wear what is comfortable for you.
Location: good neighborhood. The studio is located in a plaza and parking spaces are abundant.
Facility: super clean, very well renovated. Large classroom.
I took the Monday evening ballet intro class and I had no ballet experience at all. The instructor was Ms. Harrison. I loved the class, the atmosphere
John C.
Sep 01, 2011
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Jana S.
Feb 17, 2011
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I was raised by two professional ballet dancers, so I've probably been to the ballet about 10 times a year ever since I was born. Since I've lived in Atlanta, I've only been to the ballet a handful of times.
I was very excited to go see Sleeping Beauty. It is one of my favorite ballets. Petipa's choreography is technically challenging, which is probably only noticeable for a trained eye, and stunningly beautiful. The music is SO captivating!! Some of Tchaikovsky's best!!
I was a little disappointed by the performance of the Atlanta Ballet. The lead was danced by
I was very excited to go see Sleeping Beauty. It is one of my favorite ballets. Petipa's choreography is technically challenging, which is probably only noticeable for a trained eye, and stunningly beautiful. The music is SO captivating!! Some of Tchaikovsky's best!!
I was a little disappointed by the performance of the Atlanta Ballet. The lead was danced by
Kristin B.
Nov 01, 2010
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If you ever want to feel like a completely unattractive giant, visit the Atlanta Ballet Complex right as a dance practice is getting out. Thankfully, I was there to pick up a pair of free of tickets that Atlanta Ballet had offered as promos to a few of us lucky yelpers. They had two staffers working the ticket counter, so the process was a breeze. Kudos to them also for embracing unique marketing opportunities like yelp and twitter.
Our orchestra level seats in row U at the Cobb Energy Centre were the perfect spot to watch "Moulin Rouge" from. Far enough away that you could see the
Our orchestra level seats in row U at the Cobb Energy Centre were the perfect spot to watch "Moulin Rouge" from. Far enough away that you could see the
Louise B.
Oct 30, 2010
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Saw Moulin Rouge last weekend at the Cobb Energy Centre & it was beautiful! I haven't been to the ballet in such a long time. To be honest I've never actually seen Moulin Rouge the movie all the way through because it just didn't hold my attention. This ballet was the complete opposite. I couldn't take my eyes off of the dancers. The story line was so easy to follow & it just pulls you in.
The crowd was an interesting mix as well. Young, old, black, white & in between, people wearing jeans, cocktail dresses, suit, & ballgowns. I struggled a bit figuring out
The crowd was an interesting mix as well. Young, old, black, white & in between, people wearing jeans, cocktail dresses, suit, & ballgowns. I struggled a bit figuring out
Sabrina M.
Oct 25, 2010
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I've never been a big fan of the ballet. Nothing against it, it's just never been my thing. However, for a friend's birthday, I went to the Atlanta Ballet's production of Moulin Rouge and I was VERY impressed. Everything about it was just wonderful.
I saw the movie but I couldn't remember the exact plot, but that wasn't a problem at all as the performance was very easy to follow. I laughed, I cheered, I was touched! It was wonderful! All of it! I was particularly impressed with the costumes. Very nice! The dresses inspired me to try to find some place where
I saw the movie but I couldn't remember the exact plot, but that wasn't a problem at all as the performance was very easy to follow. I laughed, I cheered, I was touched! It was wonderful! All of it! I was particularly impressed with the costumes. Very nice! The dresses inspired me to try to find some place where
Anna K.
Feb 25, 2009
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Seeing "Big" (Big Boi's collaborative project with the Atlanta Ballet) and "The Nutcracker" made me a big fan of the Atlanta Ballet, as both productions were awesome... so I purchased '08-'09 season tickets. They were the best season tickets I've ever bought. "Swan Lake" just isn't my favorite ballet/story (it bores me), but the Atlanta Ballet still did a great job with it. "Dracula," on the other hand, was one of the best performances - not just ballet performances, but ALL performances - that I've ever seen on stage! It
Emily K.
Feb 04, 2009
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I love the Atlanta Ballet. I've been going to shows off and on since I was in high school. Being a former dancer myself, there was plenty to appeal to me about the company. They're all incredibly talented and wonderful to watch.
My favorite show of theirs has to be Dracula. It's making another appearance over the next two weeks for Valentine's Day (Love sucks?). The first time I saw it, I was in awe. The choreography was amazing, the costumes were to die for, and while color blind casting can lead to some humorous visuals, the show is a don't miss. Even people who think
My favorite show of theirs has to be Dracula. It's making another appearance over the next two weeks for Valentine's Day (Love sucks?). The first time I saw it, I was in awe. The choreography was amazing, the costumes were to die for, and while color blind casting can lead to some humorous visuals, the show is a don't miss. Even people who think
Urban H.
Apr 17, 2008
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I went to my first ballet here in Atlanta on 2008.04.12 My mother and I went to see "big". I loved it. The Ballet started out with a little Avant-garde/experimental flair that i honestly did NOT get...my mom told me later she was secretly wondering how she was going to tell me she didn't like the ballet, but thankfully the ballet just got better and better. It included a 20 minute intermission where people downed whine, champagne, beer, popcorn (yes, that's right...beer & popcorn at a ballet) & cigarettes. @nd act opened with a couple of dancers doing graffiti
