The approximate run time of the event is 90 minutes plus a 15 minute intermission.
In Full Bloom! is a radiant celebration of the artistry and passion of St. Paul Ballet’s student dancers. This annual showcase blends beloved classical works with vibrant new choreography, offering a dynamic emotional journey for performers and audiences alike.
Featured Works and Artists
This year’s program highlights original choreography and collaborative spirit:
- New Original Works: Featuring choreography by Interim School Director Elayna Waxse, and Maddie Blessinger.
- Improvisation & Composition: Directed by Erin Drummond and Blake Nellis.
- aphy from staff members Dexter Carlson, Emily Trapnell, Carissa Bolante, and Sasha Zitofsky propels our younger dancers.
- Special Guests: Performances by Hatch Dance enrich the program.
A Living Art Form
By pairing the technical brilliance of Marius Petipa’s Paquita (staged by Helen Hatch)—a cornerstone of classical repertoire—with imaginative new works, our dancers prove that ballet is a living, breathing art form. The full performance captures the exuberance of Minnesota, where nature blossoms from flowers to thunderstorms.
Join Our Community
From the first steps of beginners to the confident presence of pre-professional dancers, this showcase honors the extraordinary talent within our school.
- Tickets: Available at Pay-As-Able pricing.
Experience: More than a showcase, this is a heart-lifting celebration of the creativity young artists bring to the world and the community that inspires them.
- The ticket prices on this page reflect the face value price + $2.75 online Etix fee. Tickets are $5.00 - $50.00 if booked directly through the Ticket Office in person or by phone at: 651-690-6700. Credit card transactions will also be charged a 3% processing fee. See Ticket Office information here.
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