'Ballet Under the Stars' is back. Here's how to see the free Ballet Arizona performances

Ballet Arizona's annual series of free outdoor performances is back. 

“'Ballet Under the Stars' is one of our favorite annual traditions, and we’re proud to be able to present it again to the community this year,” Ib Andersen, Ballet Arizona's artistic director, said in a news release.

“These performances are an exceptional gathering and celebration of art that allows all people to be immersed in the world of ballet.”

Performances are Sept. 8-11  in Fountain Hills, Glendale, Phoenix and Goodyear.

The event features fully staged performances of contemporary to classical ballet excerpts, complete with a professional stage, lighting and costumes. 

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The performances also showcase local elementary school students in the Class Act program through which Ballet Arizona's professional dancers provide three weeks of dance training to students at schools across the Valley.

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When and where to see 'Ballet Under the Stars' 

"Ballet Under the Stars" performances are free. Guests should bring their own seating. Food and beverages are available for purchase. Performances begin at 7 p.m. at these locations:

• Thursday, Sept. 8: Fountain Park, 12925 Saguaro Blvd., Fountain Hills. 
• Friday, Sept. 9: Sahuaro Ranch Historic Park, 9802 N. 59th Ave., Glendale. 
• Saturday, Sept. 10: Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. 
• Sunday, Sept. 11: Estrella Lakeside Amphitheater, 10300 Estrella Parkway, Goodyear. 

Details:  602-381-1096, balletaz.org/ballet-under-the-stars. 

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