TUCSON REGIONAL BALLET

TUCSON REGIONAL BALLET WELCOMES New Artistic Director

Nationally recognized for performing soloist and principal roles with American Ballet Theatre, Tucson native and TRB alumna Brittany De Grofft has returned home to lead Tucson Regional Ballet as artistic director. The season under De Grofft’s leadership begins with TRB’s beloved tradition, A Southwest Nutcracker, December 4 & 5, 2021. Set in Tucson in the 1880s, this reimagining of the full-length traditional Nutcracker gives the Christmas favorite a southwestern twist, with rattlesnakes, chili peppers, and coyotes! TRB once again partners with the Tucson Symphony Orchestra for live accompaniment, creating a memorable holiday experience for the whole family. In the spring, TRB presents excerpts from Don Quixote chosen and staged by De Grofft and the popular children’s ballet The Princess & The Pea, as well as selected contemporary and classical works. This exciting blend of classical repertoire and fresh new choreography takes place April 23 & 24, 2022. For more information, visit tucsonregionalballet.org or call (520) 886-1222.