Kingsport Ballet’s
The Nutcracker
December 12 – 15, 2024 | Ballad Health Performing Arts Center
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Kingsport Ballet Presents
The Nutcracker 2024
December 12 – 15, 2024
Ballad Health Performing Arts Center
This charming ballet classic will delight audiences of all ages. Our production features professional guest artists, talented regional ballet dancers, hand-painted backdrops and sets, and professional costuming. Delight your senses and immerse yourself in Clara’s magical Nutcracker dreams.
Make Kingsport Ballet’s The Nutcracker your family holiday tradition! Reserve your tickets early for the best seating options!
New at Kingsport Ballet this Fall
Johnson City Classes
We are excited to announce that we are now offering ballet classes in Johnson City, Tennessee, starting August 2024! Vidya Yoga and Fitness has graciously partnered with us to host a small number of Kingsport Ballet classes at their beautiful Johnson City studio. Classes are limited and spots will be first come, first served.
Class Tracks
Starting this Fall, Kingsport Ballet is offering our intermediate and higher levels to choose between a Recreational Track and a Company Track. This will allow our students to enjoy our exceptional instruction, whether for the more casual dancer who loves to dance once or twice per week or for the dancer who dreams of taking the stage and honing their skills to the pre-professional level.
Class Offerings
Dance Movement
Our Dance Movement program is created specifically for 3 to 4-year-olds to introduce them to movement and dance concepts.
Preparatory Ballet
Designed for 5 to 6-year-olds, Ballet Prep is intended to enhance students’ interest in ballet while beginning to lay a foundation for ballet technique.
Ballet and Pointe
Our ballet technique classes begin at age 7. New students will be evaluated to determine the class most appropriate for their age and current skill set.
Contemporary
Contemporary classes are offered for ages 7 and up. Contemporary adds a well-rounded aspect to a student’s dance instruction.
Adult Ballet
Adult Ballet classes are intended for adults of any skill level to experience the joy of ballet!
Support the Arts. Make a Donation.
As a dedicated member of the East Tennessee community, you have the power to make a lasting impact on our flourishing arts scene. We invite you to contribute to the growth and success of Kingsport Ballet, a respected non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing young talent and enriching the lives of individuals through the art of dance.
Your support will directly benefit the development of aspiring dancers, provide access to world-class training, and enable us to continue staging captivating performances that inspire audiences of all ages.
2024-2025 Season
The Nutcracker
December 12-15, 2024
Join us for the magical holiday tradition of The Nutcracker! Our production is expertly staged and sure to spark wonder and enchantment for children and adults alike.
We sold out all 4 shows of our 2023 performances, so be sure to get your tickets early!
Spring Ballet
Production Title and Dates TBA
We pride ourselves in staging beautiful spring ballets for the community to enjoy. The Kingsport Ballet Directors are excitedly planning this season’s spring ballet and will announce more info soon!
Clara’s Tea Party
December 14, 2024
Little ones have the chance to celebrate the season with Clara and other cast members before The Nutcracker.
Dance Movement Spring Concert
May 17, 2025
Our littlest dancers show off what they have learned through the year!
Spring Concert
May 22, 2025
Our lower and upper school dancers perform in a showcase of their talent!
Summer Intensive
June 9-27, 2025
Our summer workshop program is a high-paced series of classes over three weeks in June. We provide exciting, educational and unique instruction to all levels, featuring professional instruction by master teachers from around the country and abroad.
Ballet & Bubbly
June 2025 | Date TBA
Join us at our annual fundraiser for an immersion in the arts. The event is filled with musical entertainment, ballet performances, delicious bites and beverages, and a silent auction. Don’t miss the chance to mix and mingle while supporting the local arts!
Join Kingsport Ballet
Become a Student
Kingsport Ballet offers ballet classes for dancers of all ages and skill levels, professional performing opportunities, and Vaganova ballet training for the dedicated ballet student. We also provide recreational classes, adult ballet, dance movement, and preparatory classes for younger children.
We enroll new students year-round! Register today!
Our Teachers and Staff
Leonid Flegmatov
Artistic Director
“The most rewarding aspect of my job is to encourage and inspire each student to reach their highest personal best.”
Bertina Dew
Executive Director
“Each of the 25 years I have spent at Kingsport Ballet has been uniquely challenging and rewarding. I continue to be inspired to help the arts flourish in our region through the offerings of Kingsport Ballet.”
Laura Markus
Lower School Ballet, Adult Ballet, Rehearsal Assistant
“My work with KB spans decades. I have loved being able to provide ballet instruction to each set of new students who walk through the door!”
Raleigh Shelton
Contemporary
“Going from student to instructor has been an exciting and fulfilling journey. I love being able to share my passion with a new generation of KB students.”
Adriana Dew
Rehearsal Assistant
“I love working with KB dancers to instill time-honored technical standards that I learned as a student, while coaching a new generation of ballet lovers to hone their own strengths and find joy in dancing.”
At Kingsport Ballet, we believe in the extraordinary power of our talented faculty, in shaping and nurturing our students to develop a strong foundation in technique, artistry, and discipline.
This Year’s Sponsors
Platinum Patrons
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Outreach Provided by
Kingsport Ballet is funded for General Operations by the Tennessee Arts Commission and the General Assembly, under an agreement with the National Endowment for the Arts. Outreach programs are funded by the City of Kingsport. Kingsport Ballet activities are supported in part by federal award number SLFRP5534 awarded to the State of Tennessee by the U.S. Department of Treasury.
Additional projects are funded under grant contract with the State of Tennessee, Tennessee Arts Commission.
Keep the magic of dance alive in our community!
As a sponsor, you help bring magic to the stage, enrich our local arts community and more. In addition to being featured on our website and in our program books, you will also receive a minimum of 2 ticket vouchers good for any Kingsport Ballet production! Become a sponsor by donating $500 or more.
Want more ways to support the arts in Tennessee?
Purchase a Specialty License Plate in support of the arts through Tennessee Arts Commission!
