Season features a new Cinderella by Artistic Director Lona Gomez, the company's first Balanchine work, internationally recognized choreographers, and an expanded professional company. read more
The Spartanburg Herald Journal's front-page story on Ballet Spartanburg's "The Mighty Casey." read more
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - A six-year-old girl battling a critical illness had her wish granted to be a ballerina. Adaleigh was born with half a heart and suffers from congenital heart failure. She has had three open heart surgeries since her birth. It was Adaleigh’s special wish to be a ballet dancer and dance with other professional ballet dancers on the Chapman Cultural Center's stage. She also wanted a unicorn - and all things pink: pink cupcakes, pink balloons and pink tutus. Make-A-Wish South Carolina with the help of Ballet Spartanburg hosted a special event to grant her wish. Adaleigh performed three dances with Ballet Spartanburg, and she and her sister were given a lifetime offer of free ballet lessons. read more
For one night only Ballet Spartanburg will bring the dynamic and powerful Carmina Burana to the stage at Converse University. Featuring a master chorale, orchestra, and choreography it is a true tour de force you do not want to miss. We are joined by Ballet Spartanburg’s Artistic Director Carlos Agudelo along with company members Will Scott and Carrie Prues. read more
Ballet Spartanburg's The Nutcracker was featured on WSPA's Your Carolina. Company Dancers, Charlie Carrouth, Will Scott, and Carrie Preus joined Artistic Director, Carlos Agudelo to discuss our upcoming production of this beloved holiday classic. read more
The storybook magic of The Sleeping Beauty comes to life with Ballet Spartanburg later this month. We are joined by Executive Director Teresa Berline and some of the company members of Ballet Spartanburg with more details. read more
Ballet Spartanburg's Center for Dance Education Director, Lona Gomez, was selected as one of the School of American Ballet's 2021/2022 National Visiting Fellow. Learn more about her experience as a SAB Visiting Fellow. Content is provided by School of American Ballet. read more
Ballet Spartanburg's Sip 'N Shag event at R.J. Rockers was featured on WSPA's "Your Carolina". Executive Director, Teresa Hough, and Company Dancer and Intern, Carrie Preus, discussed the family-friendly fundraising event, 2021 summer camps, and the 2021/2022 performing season. read more
Ballet Spartanburg's Artistic Director, Carlos Agudelo, was awarded the South Carolina Governor's Award from the South Carolina Arts Commission on May 23, 2023, at the Chapman Cultural Center. The award was presented by Mr. David Platt, Executive Director of the South Carolina Arts Commission. "We recognize the unparalleled energy, enthusiasm, devotion and love for dance that Carlos has gifted to our community out of his passion for all to experience the arts for the past 32 years. We are overjoyed that Carlos has been recognized by the South Carolina Arts Commission, " Teresa S. Berline, Executive Director. "The South Carolina Arts Commission is an extraordinary organization in our state which promotes and advocates opportunities in the arts which values equality, access, diversity and inclusion. Ballet Spartanburg is honored by the support of the South Carolina Arts Commission and the recognition of Carlos Agudelo."