The health and safety of our patrons, dancers and staff are our highest priority. We will adhere to all of the guidelines and best practices advised by health officials and continue to be agile in our response to changes. We greatly appreciate your investment in us. What I See has been selected to screen at the San Francisco Dance Film Festival as part of the Raising Voices Program.
A collaboration between the Oakland Ballet and Gary Morgan of the Turf Feinz, this short dance film explores racisim from three perspectives. Directed by Yoram Savion and edited by Ben Tarquin featuring the music of YoungStirr (Jahziel Pabn-Ramos) and the poetry of Nicia De'Lovely.
A collaboration between the Oakland Ballet and Gary Morgan of the Turf Feinz, this short dance film explores racisim from three perspectives. Directed by Yoram Savion and edited by Ben Tarquin featuring the music of YoungStirr (Jahziel Pabn-Ramos) and the poetry of Nicia De'Lovely.
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Oakland Ballet Company is a non-profit, performing arts organization that reflects the diversity of Oakland and the greater East Bay. The mission of the Oakland Ballet Company is to provide accessible, relevant, and exciting dance that inspires and educates all ages of our diverse community.
Under the Direction of Graham Lustig since 2010, OBC is an Isadora Duncan award-winning dance organization comprised of a diverse professional performing company, a comprehensive educational program, and an academy.Our vision is much larger than our name might imply. Our reach is wider than Oakland - spanning much of the East Bay.
Under the Direction of Graham Lustig since 2010, OBC is an Isadora Duncan award-winning dance organization comprised of a diverse professional performing company, a comprehensive educational program, and an academy.Our vision is much larger than our name might imply. Our reach is wider than Oakland - spanning much of the East Bay.
For more than 50 years, Oakland Ballet Company has served Oakland and the East Bay by keeping the tradition of ballet exciting, relevant, and accessible. Founded in 1965 by Oakland native Ronn Guidi, and currently under the direction of Graham Lustig, Oakland Ballet Company celebrates over half a century of compelling performances, dedicated training, and impactful community and education programs in the East Bay!
As a non-profit organization, Oakland Ballet Company looks to the community to help ensure we are keeping the art of dance exciting, vibrant, and accessible. Ticket revenue contributes only a fraction of the cost to produce a show. The rest comes from you!
By making a contribution to OBC, you will support the many exciting works and events planned for the season, including the ongoing commitment to arts education for East Bay public schools, a core part of OBC's mission.Each season, our Discover Dance educational program makes the art of dance accessible for 23,000+ East Bay students and community members.
By making a contribution to OBC, you will support the many exciting works and events planned for the season, including the ongoing commitment to arts education for East Bay public schools, a core part of OBC's mission.Each season, our Discover Dance educational program makes the art of dance accessible for 23,000+ East Bay students and community members.
Luna Mexicana is one of the Bay Area's most elaborate and inclusive Dia de los Muertos events. Like the celebration that inspires it, Luna Mexicana is a beautiful blend of exuberant dance, joyful music, colorful costumes, flowers, candles, food, and - most of all - celebration of family. The health and safety of our patrons, dancers and staff are our highest priority.
The spirit of the holidays is brought to life with beautiful dancing, magnificent scenery and imaginative costumes. Cheer on Marie and her soldiers as she rescues the Nutcracker Prince from the evil Rat King and then soar with our dancing snowflakes to the Land of Sweets where luscious treats await.
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Cg W.
Mar 27, 2020
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Christmas Holidays = The Nutcracker
Every year part of my holiday tradition is seeing a version of the Nutcracker. This year, I went to see the Oakland Ballet Company's version. Walking into this the Oakland Paramount always gives me the feeling that I'm here for a special performance, and this time, it was to see Graham Lustig's rendition of the Nutcracker. In one word: Spectacular. Brilliant new ideas to refresh this classic ballet. Beautiful sets and beautiful and talented dancers. It's always fun to see how "Mother Goose" will present her brood. Mr. Lustig
Every year part of my holiday tradition is seeing a version of the Nutcracker. This year, I went to see the Oakland Ballet Company's version. Walking into this the Oakland Paramount always gives me the feeling that I'm here for a special performance, and this time, it was to see Graham Lustig's rendition of the Nutcracker. In one word: Spectacular. Brilliant new ideas to refresh this classic ballet. Beautiful sets and beautiful and talented dancers. It's always fun to see how "Mother Goose" will present her brood. Mr. Lustig
Ted Curran
Dec 02, 2017
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Maureen P.
Jun 04, 2017
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Yesterday I attended a matinee of the Oakland ballet at Laney College to which a friend treated me.
There were two ballets. The first was enjoyable with excellent dancing. The second was a "Midsummer Night's Dream" and it was enchanting, captivating, one of the best presentations I have ever had the joy to see.
It was clear that money was tight. The sets were basic, but wonderful for a Californian as they were backdrops of foggy redwood forests. But the dancing was superb, especially Puck and the lead ballerina. No full orchestra, of course, but some live music, one person
There were two ballets. The first was enjoyable with excellent dancing. The second was a "Midsummer Night's Dream" and it was enchanting, captivating, one of the best presentations I have ever had the joy to see.
It was clear that money was tight. The sets were basic, but wonderful for a Californian as they were backdrops of foggy redwood forests. But the dancing was superb, especially Puck and the lead ballerina. No full orchestra, of course, but some live music, one person
