The Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet was founded in 1973 to promote and preserve the art of classical ballet in our community. As one of the oldest arts organizations in Shreveport-Bossier, the Ballet has strived to present full-length classical ballet performances at affordable ticket prices, while providing a venue for local dancers to perform and train with professional choreographers and dancers.
The Wizard of Oz
Sunday Matinee
April 18, 2010 at 3:00 p.m.
Riverview Theater
600 Clyde Fant Parkway
Shreveport, LA
All your favorites; Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Wicked Witch of the West will delight viewers of all ages!
Emerald City luncheon prior to the show at the Barnwell
Luncheon tickets $15 adults $10 children
Emerald City Luncheon
April 18, 2010
pre-show buffet beginning @ 1:00p.m.
Barnwell Art Center
Across the street from the theater
Enjoy a delightful lunch prior to the show. Meet some of the dancers in costume.
The Nutcracker
December 12, 2009 at 7:30pm
December 13, 2009 at 3:00pm
Riverview Theater
600 Clyde Fant Parkway
Shreveport, Louisiana
You don’t want to miss this holiday favorite.
Show Tickets $10-$35
Sugarplum Fairy luncheon prior to the Sunday matinee
Luncheon tickets $15 adults $10 children
Ballet Under the Stars
Annual Event
September 12, 2009
Tickets sold at the door $5; 12 & under Free!
RAIN CHANGE to RIVERVIEW THEATER!
600 Clyde Fant Parkway
Downtown, Shreveport, LA
Enjoy local dancers performing modern, jazz, hip hop & of course classical ballet. Young dancers will have the opportunity to come on stage during intermission to participate in a ballet class. Concessions available.
Land of Sweets
Dec. 12, 2009
pre-show buffet @ 5:30 Tickets $20
post-show dessert buffet @ 9:30 Tickets $20
Attend BOTH dinner & dessert buffets for $35
if purchased prior to Dec. 1
Barnwell Art Center
Across the street from the theater
Featuring:
Delightful desserts & specialties from area fine restaurants
Artistic Excellence
Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet believes that classical ballet is the foundation for all other forms of dance. The Ballet is firmly committed to preserving this essential element of dance, as well as generating an excitement for the future of this classical art form.
Company dancers of the Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet are chosen by open auditions each Spring. In addition, all young dance students from surrounding areas are invited to audition for children's roles in each performance. Dancers share the stage with professional guest artists who have come from such acclaimed dance companies as the New York City Ballet, Houston Ballet, San Francisco Ballet, and the American Ballet Theatre. Past performances have included Giselle, Coppelia, Cinderella, Rodeo, La Fille Mal Gardee, Snow White, Wizard of Oz, Act II of Swan Lake and Act III of Sleeping Beauty in addition to the annual production of the Nutcracker Ballet.
Educational Outreach
In an effort to provide all area citizens with the opportunity to experience classical ballet in a variety of settings at little or no cost, Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet is dedicated to community outreach. Each fall, the season opens with Ballet Under the Stars in an informal outdoor setting at Festival Plaza. This setting also allows dancers to showcase a variety of dance styles including jazz, tap, hip hop, lyrical ballet, contemporary ballet, and of course classical ballet.
