Welcome Diablo Ballet’s Newest Dancers: Jackie, Jamar and Raymond
by Diane Claytor When the music starts, the lights dim and the curtain rises on Friday, Nov. 13, Diablo Ballet will begin its 22nd electrifying season, filled with elegance, movement and incredible dancing. There’s something for everyone – from the latest edition of the fun and popular A Swingin’ Holiday to the classical Tchaikovsky Dances duet […]
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A Truly Rewarding Experience: Teaching Movement Classes to Teen Girls in Juvenile Hall
by Diane Claytor It’s been 22 years since Diablo Ballet began. All those years ago, Lauren Jonas, the Ballet’s co-founder and Artistic Director, had big dreams. She wanted to bring a world-class professional ballet company to Contra Costa County; she wanted the company to enrich, inspire, enlighten and educate children and adults through the art […]
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2015 Gourmet Gallop Fast Approaching
by Diane Claytor Imagine: it’s a beautiful Thursday night in mid-August. The weather is warm but not too hot. Maybe there’s even a hint of a breeze. The week has been busy and you’re anticipating another boring night of TV reruns. Or maybe you’re considering going to a movie but, let’s face it, it’s August […]
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2015 Dance on Film Series: Anchors Aweigh & Top Hat
by Diane Claytor San Francisco Bay Area movie buffs – and those who love to watch extraordinary dancing – have the special opportunity to sit back, relax and relish in the days of yore. When movies were movies, as my father used to say, and didn’t cost billions of dollars to produce. That’s because […]
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Diablo Ballet Premiering Exciting New Work by Robert Dekkers in May
by Diane Claytor Time certainly does fly! In only a few short weeks, Diablo Ballet will close its 21st season. This year’s grand finale, performing on May 8 and 9, will celebrate masters of dance, featuring Just –Diablo Ballet’s Premiere of the thrilling duet by celebrated choreographer Trey McIntyre The exciting duet from Book of Alleged Dances […]
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