The Spring Showcase is a main stage feature performance created especially for the students of the Louisville Ballet School. Performers discover the art of storytelling through dance while sharing in the traditions of the full-length classical ballets. As an important aspect of the training offered at the Louisville Ballet School, all Beginning through Advanced level and Youth Open Division students are invited participate in the annual Spring Showcase. Showcase dancers attend regular rehearsals in addition to his/her regular classes.

ALICE IN WONDERLAND
Based on the classic fairy tale by Lewis Carroll, our students will dance the story of a curious young girl as she journeys down a rabbit hole and into Wonderland. Fantastic creatures and spectacular adventures await in Amy Delaney’s lighthearted original ballet for family audiences. Don’t be late for this very important date!

SPRING COLLECTION
The Spring Collection features students in a wide range of dance styles offered in the Youth Open Division, including Modern, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Flamenco and Broadway Jazz.

LOUISVILLE BALLET YOUTH ENSEMBLE PERFORMANCES
Each performance features both classical and contemporary choreography. From classical ballet repertoire to world premiere ballets choreographed by Louisville Ballet Company dancers and Louisville Ballet Youth Ensemble members, this program serves to enrich the artistic growth of each young dancer as well as delight audiences.

Saturday, March 22, 2014 -- 1:30 pm
Louisville Ballet Youth Ensemble presents
In Bloom: Exciting classical and new works performed by the Louisville Ballet Youth Ensemble

Saturday, March 22, 2014 -- 7:00 pm
Alice in Wonderland & Spring Collection featuring Modern, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Flamenco and Broadway Jazz

Sunday, March 23, 2014 -- 1:30 pm
Alice in Wonderland & Fresh Picked: A selection of new works created for the Louisville Ballet Youth Ensemble

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The Louisville Ballet Youth Ensemble (LBYE) was founded in 1952 as the Louisville Ballet Civic Company. Now in its 61st year, it is one of the leading classical ballet training companies in the United States. Serving as a platform for young dancers and as the performing wing of the Louisville Ballet School, the LBYE can help pave the way to a career as a professional dancer and/or choreographer.