The Norman Ballet Company offers young dancers in the area the opportunity to perform in a
professional setting--from demanding choreography and rehearsal ethics to the lighting,
scenery and costumes. Since 1984, the NBC has staged at least one full-length production
per year under the guidance of Marjorie Kovich, Artistic Director of the Norman Ballet Company.
For major productions, the Norman Ballet Company brings in guest artists, giving young dancers
the opportunity to learn directly from working professionals.
In addition to creating a professional setting for young dancers, the Norman Ballet Company
provides students the unique opportunity to receive training in stage makeup, rehearsal procedures,
back stage etiquette and more from world-class teachers. The Norman Ballet Company also provides
scholarships for advanced study at professional programs nationwide.
Benefits
The dancers are not the only people who benefit from these productions. The Norman Ballet
Company enhances the cultural life of Norman through its presentations, bringing out-of-town
visitors to Norman and employing local artists who support our community. The NBC also regularly
performs for the Norman Public Schools, and since 1985, over 15,000 fourth graders have come to
the Sooner Theater for performances. Even more, guests from Norman’s social service agencies are
at performances as well.
Auditions
If you are interested in joining the Norman Ballet Company, auditions for members are advertised
throughout central Oklahoma. To audition for the Company, dancers must be at least 13 years of age
with at least two years of ballet training. Apprentice members must be at least 12 years or over,
and children’s roles are available for children 7 years or older. Character roles are also
available for local actors and stage performers to enhance the productions.
The Norman Ballet Company Board of Directors
- Christina Sullivan - President
- Sue Hunter - Vice-President
- Jennifer Walters - Secretary
- Skip Vogel - Treasurer
- Casey Wilson
- Marcia Haag
- Janie Lou Newton
- Sun So
- Lynn Soregahn
Members at Large
- Jennifer Likes
- Martie Buzzard
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