Ballet & Beyond

==Macomb Ballet Company== The '''Macomb Ballet Company''' (MBC) is a non-profit ballet organization based in Macomb County, Michigan. It was founded by Ann Parsley and stands as the sole non-profit ballet company in the county. The company's mission is to provide serious dance students, ranging in age from 8 to 19, with the opportunity to grow artistically through training and performance experience on a professional stage. MBC is dedicated to fostering the development of students' interests, abilities, and artistry in dance performance, while also enriching the local community with arts and culture. MBC holds its performances at the Macomb Center for Performing Arts located in Clinton Township. The company has a diverse repertoire that includes two full-length ballets each year, featuring classics such as "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland," "Snow White," "Coppelia," "The Wizard of Oz," "Cinderella," "Un Encuentro," "Peter & the Wolf," "Les Sylphides," "Sleeping Beauty," and the holiday favorite, "The Nutcracker." Beyond the stage, the Macomb Ballet Company is actively involved in the community, performing excerpts at hospitals, schools, senior centers, businesses, and festivals. MBC is committed to supporting various causes and organizations, including classical radio, CARE House, Wigs 4 Kids, local military families, and numerous local schools and charities. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, MBC has been recognized and supported by grants from the Michigan Council for Arts & Cultural Affairs and the Art Center in Mount Clemens. Its community engagement extends to special daytime matinees tailored for students, seniors, and civic organizations, in addition to evening performances for the general public. The company also hosts a summer dance intensive program annually, which is part of its educational and training offerings. This program is designed to help dancers enhance their skills and technique during the summer months. MBC's programs are supported by the Michigan Arts and Culture Council and the National Endowment for the Arts, highlighting its importance and contribution to the arts sector within the region. The Macomb Ballet Company is located at 51504 Danview Technology Ct., Shelby Township, MI 48315, and can be contacted via phone at 586-843-3374. ==External Links== * [http://www.macombballet.org Official website of the Macomb Ballet Company] [[Category:Dance companies in the United States]] [[Category:Non-profit organizations based in Michigan]] [[Category:Arts organizations established in the 20th century]] [[Category:Performing arts in Michigan]]