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How Swan Lake Came to Be: A History
As we've delved into the story and choreography of Swan Lake, we've become curious about how it developed into the ballet we know today.

Cindy Case
Apr 74 min read
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Dive into Swan Lake!
Swan Lake is one of the most famous classical ballet, and it's a big production! Let's look at what audience members can expect onstage.

Cindy Case
Mar 244 min read
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Up Next: Elegance on the Water
BTM will dive into our 46th Anniversary Gala at the Annapolis Maritime Museum on Sunday, March 30.

Cindy Case
Feb 243 min read
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Inside Momentum: A Mixed Bill
Rather than focus on a single full-length ballet, Momentum highlights shorter-form works that are often world premieres.

Cindy Case
Feb 104 min read
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Ground and Sky with Full Circle Dance Company
In our second season collaborating with Full Circle Dance Company, we're bringing two familiar works and an improvisational collaboration.

Cindy Case
Jan 274 min read
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The Dancer's Journey: Audition Season
Audition season allows dancers to learn, grow, and find their place in the ballet world. Here's what our dancers have to say about it.

Cindy Case
Jan 135 min read
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That Festive Time of Year: A Nutcracker Update
Ballet Theatre of Maryland's 20th Anniversary of The Nutcracker is off to a great start! Read on to hear how we're getting ready.

Cindy Case
Dec 2, 20243 min read
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Napoli: In the Studio
It's almost time for Napoli 's premiere! As the professional company heads into the theater this week to prepare for our performances on...

Cindy Case
Oct 21, 20243 min read
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The Dancer's Journey: Becoming a Professional Dancer
The path to becoming a professional varies greatly from one dancer to another, but involves years of coordinated effort and study.

Cindy Case
Oct 7, 20246 min read
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A Day in the Life of a Dancer
How dancers fill their time outside the studio can look a little different for everyone, but there are some common themes.

Cindy Case
Sep 23, 20246 min read
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Back in Action: Our First Two Weeks in the Studio
BTM has been hard at work performing at the Maryland Renaissance Festival and preparing for upcoming performances.

Cindy Case
Sep 9, 20244 min read
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Setting Sail for Napoli!
Napoli is a ballet infrequently performed in the US, but BTM is thrilled to include it this season. Read on to learn all about it!

Cindy Case
Aug 12, 20245 min read
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Summer Show Round-Up!
Although our season ended in April, it's never quiet for very long at BTM! Catch up on our recent shows and the debut of our GiGi's dancers!

Cindy Case
Jun 17, 20243 min read
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Sleeping Beauty: Arts Integration Edition
Our performances of Sleeping Beauty had an important postscript: an Arts Integration performance with local elementary school students.

Cindy Case
May 6, 20246 min read
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Behind the Curtain: Costuming Sleeping Beauty
Whenever we have a Q&A with audience members, one of the most common questions is, "Where do you get your costumes?"

Cindy Case
Apr 22, 20244 min read
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Creating Lifelong Memories for Sleeping Beauty's Student Performers
For our Conservatory students, performing with the company in Sleeping Beauty is an exciting opportunity.

Cindy Case
Apr 8, 20244 min read
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The Magical Charm of Sleeping Beauty
Sleeping Beauty is a ballet with a rich history, a charming story, and many iconic moments.

Cindy Case
Mar 25, 20246 min read
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Announcing Our 2024-2025 Season
Ballet Theatre of Maryland announces a season of Napoli, The Nutcracker, Momentum: A Mixed Bill, and Swan Lake.

Cindy Case
Mar 11, 20244 min read
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