Even though our summer intensive is over, school is still in session here on the blog! In our last post, we followed the development of classical ballet productions from La Sylphide to Coppélia. Today, we take a look from the start of the Classical Period, through 20th-century and neoclassical ballet, all the way into today's contemporary ballet. It's not an exhaustive list, but you'll recognize familiar works such as The Nutcracker, Romeo and Juliet, and more!

Since we last connected here on the blog, it's been a busy time at the summer intensive! Our Beginner/Intermediate successfully performed for friends and family at the end of their two-week program, and last week the Intermediate level got started on three weeks of dancing from 9 am to 4 pm. In parallel, our advanced level is entering week four of their five-week intensive.

Have you heard the news? Earlier this year, BTM expanded our space! The new location, just a few doors down from our current Annex studios, triples our footprint on Moreland Parkway. The company has big plans for building out the space, including two new studios for classes, a scene shop, costume and set storage, and a large multi-use rehearsal space that will reflect the size of the Maryland Hall stage. Not only will this new space allow us to work smarter as a performing

Photo by Joseph Mazzara If you saw the dogs onstage during our new production of The Nutcracker last season, you might not be surprised to learn that the company loves animals. While the dancers are off contract this summer, it means a lot more time for work and play outside the studio— especially when it comes to our pets! Many BTM dancers, myself included, are devoted pet owners. Read on to learn a little about Pippin, Peanut, Pepper, Lucky, Loki, another Loki, and more! BB