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It's time to get your tickets to see some of the very best in international ballet from one of the foremost ballet companies in the world. Ballet British Columbia has become one of Canada's crowning achievements not only in the field of ballet but in the realm of the performing arts as well. With a reputation for strong, dynamic performances that encourages home grown talent, Ballet British Columbia has carved a niche for itself on the international ballet scene and drawn younger, newer audiences to the magic of ballet.

Ballet British Columbia is based in Vancouver and is the province of British Columbia's only professional ballet company. The company was the third and final stage in the metamorphosis and growth of professional ballet in Canada, starting from Morley Wiseman's Vancouver's Ballet Horizons to Lewis and Rabu's Pacific Ballet Theatre. After growing and flourishing under the directorship of exponents like Annette AV Paul and Reid Anderson, the company is now run under the firm and able hand of John Alleyne who has put forth tremendous efforts in bringing about a more positive perception of the company and its work.

There are a number of features that sets Ballet British Columbia apart from other international dance companies. The company is known the world over for its bold, innovative performances that are also extremely sophisticated, elegant and rooted in the finer nuances of classical technique. The company consists of sixteen dancers who are hired for about thirty-five weeks each season. These dancers are all classically trained and are known for their power and dramatic presence on stage.

The company is known for its repertoire which includes twentieth century classics as well as brand new productions from promising young choreographers. The company's home season runs at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver apart from which Ballet British Columbia also participates in a national and international touring schedule. The company also performs at schools across the country and conducts workshops in order to spread the beauty and appreciation of ballet to those who might otherwise not have a chance to see such productions. Ballet British Columbia has also met with wide critical acclaim during its overseas performances in Tokyo and the United States.

So don't miss your chance to see this breathtaking ballet company set the stage on fire with their stellar performances- contact your online ticket vendor today and book your tickets to see Ballet British Columbia.