As rehearsals continue for our upcoming performances of Giselle on October 17-19, we are beginning to see the full shape of the ballet emerge. One of our more recent blog posts delved into the history, story, and notable moments in Giselle, but there's no substitute for watching the ballet come together right before your eyes.

Although many of our audience members are seasoned patrons of the arts, each new production brings in members of the community who may be seeing ballet for the first time. We may be biased, but we think that seeing your first professional ballet performance is a special experience! Whether it's your first time or your hundredth, we've gathered a few tips and tricks to make the most out of your visit to the ballet.

Often performed by many ballet companies all over the world, Giselle is a beloved production for many dancers and audience members. With its compelling characters, tragic story, and beautiful dancing, Giselle remains one of the most popular works in the ballet repertory.

Today brings another summer to an end here at Ballet Theatre of Maryland. This morning marks the first company class of the season, where veteran dancers and newcomers alike will hone their technique as they prepare for a busy rehearsal day. Although we're happy to get back into the studio, we're already reminiscing about everything we did this summer. Today, I've collected just a few of the things we've been up to in one place!