MARY BETH CABANA, Founding Artistic Director, has been a Principal Dancer withCleveland Ballet, Ballet Oklahoma, Arizona Dance Theatre, and San Diego Ballet. She began herprofessional career at the age of 14 with Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre and graduated from the NationalAcademy of Dance where she was a full scholarship student and member of the NationalAcademy Ballet. She has performed extensively in the United States and has toured Europeperforming in a wide variety of roles by such noted choreographers as Balanchine, Tudor, DeMille,Joos, Forsythe, Fokine, Petipa, and Nahat to name just a few.

Ms. Cabana has been on the faculties of the School of Cleveland Ballet, Ballet Arts-Carnegie Hall,Dance Concepts-NYC and was the Principal Instructor and Administrator for Arizona DanceTheatre (Ballet Arizona). She has guest taught for Kiev Ukraine Ballet and Palace of Pioneers inthe former Soviet Union, in France and Mexico and continues to guest teach throughout theUnited States. She has also directed summer intensive programs for Ballet Pacifica in Irvine,California (under the direction of Ethan Stiefel). As a choreographer, she has produced numerousoriginal works for Ballet Tucson and has staged dances for Arizona Opera Company, ArizonaTheatre Company, Yuma Ballet Theatre, Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp, Ohio Ballet, and Burklyn BalletTheatre.

Since beginning in 1986, she has been responsible for the establishment of four professionaltraining institutions in Southern Arizona including studios in Tucson and Nogales and branchprograms in Patagonia and Sierra Vista. She has also established a 22 member professional company,two children’s performing ensembles, the Annual Summer Dance Workshop in Tucson, a NorthernArizona Dance Camp in Prescott, and International Dance/Cultural exchanges. She has beennominated for a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Tucson Pima Arts Council and recognizedas an Outstanding Individual Artist by the Governor of the State of Arizona. She was invited byNew York City Ballet Director Peter Martins to attend the School of American Ballet, beingrecognized as one of the foremost teachers in the United States as a part of National Teachers’Weekend. She brings her wealth of experience to dancers of all ages. Her commitment to thecultivation of young talent continues as her students dance professionally in major Americanballet companies and schools.

MARY BETH CABANAFounding Artistic Director

BALLET TUCSON 31st AnnualSUMMER DANCE WORKSHOP

May 31 – June 25(4 weeks)

Tucson, Arizona

MARY BETH CABANA Founding Artistic Director

In Cooperation withThe University of Arizona School of Dance

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Ballet Master – Ballet Tucson(ballet technique, characterdance, choreography)

Jenna Johnson Principal – Ballet Tucson (ballet technique, pointe, classicalvariations, stage make-up)

Isaiah Sumler Principal – Ballet Tucson(ballet technique, men’s class)

PLUS SPECIAL GUEST TEACHERS AND ADDITIONAL COMPANY MEMBERS OF BALLET TUCSON!

Annual SUMMERDANCE WORKSHOPTHE BALLET TUCSON Annual Summer Dance Workshop in cooperation with the Universityof Arizona School of Dance was established in 1986 to provide the serious dance student theopportunity to train and perform in a professional environment.

Housed in the UA dance facility, the intensive workshop offers training for all levels. Curriculumincludes intermediate and advanced level of study of ballet technique, pointe, jazz, and modern dance.Special classes are offered in Russian character dance, stage make-up, classical variations, conditioning,and choreography. Elementary workshops and adult classes are also available and are held at Ballet ArtsStudios on Tucson Boulevard.

The faculty consists of Ballet Tucson’s outstanding artistic staff and professional dancers. In addition,guest teachers are brought in from prestigious companies and schools to offer students theexposure to broaden the scope of their dance education.

A final performance will be presented at the close of the workshop at the Stevie Eller DanceTheatre. Students who have attended the entire workshop have the opportunity to performoriginal choreography and classical repertoire. This year’s workshop performance will take place onSaturday, June 25 at 3:30 pm.

DIVISIONS(ages are approximate)

ELEMENTARY PROGRAM LEVEL ANew reduced price!Mon-Wed-Fri (9:00 am - noon) 8:30 am drop off time(Classes held at Ballet Arts Tucson BoulevardStudios)

For children 5 1/2 – 8 with little or no training.Primary ballet positions and terminology will becovered. Rhythm patterns are introduced alongwith the fundamentals of ballet in a creativeatmosphere. Daily ballet class, choreography,rehearsals and participation in final performanceon June 25 are included in the completeworkshop. Special classes are offered to exposeyoung dancers to jazz, tap, creative movement,ballet vocabulary and dance history. Relatedcraft sessions will also be held.

JUNIOR PROGRAMLEVEL BMon-Wed-Fri (approximately 11:30 am - 5:30 pm)(Classes held at UA Dance Studios)

For ages 9 - 12 who have completed at least oneyear of serious study. Proper body alignment,correct terminology, and the joy of dance will beemphasized. Ballet technique, modern dance, jazz,Russian character dance, stage make-up, andchoreography are a sample of the classes that areincluded in this comprehensive junior workshop.Classical choreography will be presented in the finalperformance.

SENIOR PROGRAMLEVEL CMon-Fri (approximately 12:00 - 6:00 pm)Sat (9:00 am - 1:00 pm)(Classes held at UA Dance Studios)

For ages 11 - 15 who have completed several yearsof serious study. Comprehensive six-day perweek workshop to include ballet technique,pointe, classical variations, modern, jazz, Russiancharacter dance, conditioning, stage make-up,classical and contemporary choreography,participation in final performance and more.

ELEMENTARY PROGRAMLEVEL AMon-Wed-Fri at Ballet Arts Studios9:00 am - noon (8:30 am - drop off time)Complete Workshop...............................$450.00(if paid in full by February 20) ..........$ 350.00(if paid in full by March 21) ...............$400.00Weekly Rate*.............................................$ 150.00No single classes available

JUNIOR PROGRAMLEVEL BMon-Wed-Fri at UA Dance StudiosComplete Workshop...............................$ 750.00(if paid in full by February 20) ..........$ 650.00(if paid in full by March 21) ...............$700.00Weekly Rate*.............................................$ 225.00No single classes available

SENIOR PROGRAMLEVELS C, D, E & F, Trainee/ApprenticeMon-Sat at UA Dance StudiosComplete Workshop...............................$1250.00(if paid in full by February 20) ..........$1 1 50.00(if paid in full by March 21) ...............$1200.00Weekly Rate*.............................................$ 325.00No single classes available for students under19 years of age.

LEVEL DMon-Fri (approximately 12:00 - 6:00 pm)Sat (9:00 am - 1:00 pm)(Classes held at UA Dance Studios)

For ages 13 and older who have progressed toa greater technical proficiency. All classesmentioned in Level C above are included in the24 classes per week as well as participation in thefinal performance.

LEVEL E & FMon-Fri (approximately 12:00 - 6:00 pm)Sat (9:00 am - 1:00 pm)(Classes held at UA Dance Studios)

Enrollment is limited to students who have a secureknowledge of ballet, are well-versed in classwork,vocabulary and choreography, and have had previousperforming experience. All classes in Levels C &D included in the 24 classes per week as well asparticipation in the final performance.

TRAINEE/APPRENTICEAUDITION LEVELCandidates for Ballet Tucson trainee andapprentice positions will be selected fromSummer Workshop 2016. Dancers will berequired to participate in an intensive trainingprogram which will include participation in thefinal performance as part of the auditionprocess.

TEEN/ADULT PROGRAM(Classes held at Ballet Arts Tucson Boulevard Studios)

Beginning and intermediate ballet classes areoffered on Tues-Thurs evenings conducted byBallet Tucson faculty.

SUMMER DANCE WORKSHOPRATES and REGISTRATION

I WISH TO REGISTER FOR: (check if applicable)� Teen/Adult Program� Host Family� Elementary Level A $ 450.00� Junior Level B $ 750.00� Senior Level C $ 1250.00� Senior Level D $ 1250.00� Senior Level E & F $ 1250.00� Trainee/Apprentice Audition Level $ 1250.00

Subtotal: __________Elementary, Junior & Senior Programs(if paid in full by Feb. 20) - $100.00 __________Elementary, Junior & Senior Programs(if paid in full by Mar. 21) - $50.00 __________

Total: __________

(if paying with credit card) + $5.00 __________

GRAND TOTAL: __________

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PLACEMENT/SCHOLARSHIPAUDITIONSA limited number of scholarships for intermediateand advanced students are awarded on the basisof talent by audition only. Students interested inscholarship consideration MUST be available forthe entire workshop. New students may alsoaudition for class level placement prior to thestart of the workshop. Scholarship students willnot be eligible for other tuition discounts.

TUCSON AUDITIONS• Sunday, February 21, 2016• Sunday, April 10, 201612:00 - 2:00 pm($20.00 audition fee)

Additional auditions for groups or individualsunable to attend the Tucson auditions may bearranged by calling:(520) 903-1445 or (520) 623-3373

WORKSHOPINFORMATIONThe University of Arizona School of Dance islocated in the Ina Gittings Building at thenorthwest corner of Campbell Avenue andUniversity Boulevard on the UA campus. BalletArts Studios are located at 200 S. TucsonBoulevard, just south of Broadway, on the westside of the street.

All new intermediate, advanced or pre-professionalstudents must audition for final placement onTuesday, May 31, 2016. Placement for techniqueand pointe is determined solely by the ArtisticDirector and staff. Classes are held Mondaythrough Saturday. The final workshop performancewill take place on Saturday, June 25, 2016 at 3:30pm. This performance features all elementary,intermediate, and advanced students who haveattended the entire workshop.

TEEN/ADULT BALLETTues-Thurs(rates good at Ballet Arts Studios only)4 x a week ..................................................$200.003 x a week...................................................$ 165.002 x a week...................................................$ 1 1 5.001 x a week....................................................$ 60.00Single class ..................................................$ 18.00

ADULT DAY STUDENTSSpecial rates good for workshop dates only.Must be 19 years of age or older.10 class card ..............................................$ 150.0020 class card .............................................$ 275.00Single class .................................................$ 20.00

POLICIES• All tuition is non-refundable.• All classes must be used during workshop

dates only (no exceptions).• No single classes or class cards for

students under 19 years of age.

• Half of your tuition is due March 5, 2016. Balance of tuition is due on or before May 1, 2016.

• Receive a $100.00 discount on complete Elementary, Junior or Senior workshops,if paid in full by February 20, 2016.

• Receive a $50.00 discount on complete Elementary, Junior or Senior workshops,if paid in full by March 21, 2016.

• All tuitions must be paid in advance of workshop and are non-refundable/non-transferable.

• To reserve your place, please send your deposit (50% or more) with the registration form below.

• Please make checks or money orders payable toBallet Tucson and mail to:

200 S. Tucson Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85716

• There will be a $5.00 processing fee for any credit card charges.

Name _____________________________________

Address ___________________________________

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Age ____________ D.O.B. ______/______/______

Phone _____________________________________

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REGISTRATION/DEPOSIT

� I plan to audition on February 21, 2016.� I plan to audition on April 10, 2016.� I cannot attend the audition, but would like to be placed at the May 31 placement class.

* Does not include participation in final performance.+ Supplement classes will be offered for students unable

to participate in final performance.