History:
The International Ballet Theatre (IBT) was founded in 2001 by artistic director, Vera Altunina, former dancer with the Kirov Ballet, St. Petersburg and world-renowned choreographer. International Ballet Theatre is committed to the preservation of classical ballet repertoire by presenting productions that reflect traditional as well as original choreography. Featuring elegant costumes, vivid sets and a touch of magic all performances are richly entertaining for audiences of all ages. International Ballet Theatre performances inspire imagination and an appreciation of the performing arts, through the creativity and beauty of dance.
DRACUlA: A Haunting Fusions of Movement & Sound International Ballet Theatre, Bellevue's Premier Ballet Company opens their 23rd Season of Dance with an original production of DRACULA at the Meydenbauer Theatre -- One Weekend! Three…
Read More »Welcome To Our 24th Season! Inspired and Strengthened By Our Dancers, Faculty, and Community It is with immense joy that the International Ballet Academy extends a warm welcome to our 2024-2025 Academic Season dancers, faculty and…
Read More »Audition for IBA’s Professional Program The International Ballet Academy(IBA) invites high school students who wish to pursue a professional career in dance and who demonstrate artistic promise, technical ability to join our Professional…
Read More »IBA FACULTY SPOTLIGHT Close and Personal with Ms. Stephanie Saland “I am a hole in a flute that the Christ's breath moves through.....listen to this music” This quote from the work of Hafiz points to the elegance and opportunities in…
Read More »IBA at Tanzolymp Our dancers compete in Berlin! We are proud to have six of our talented dancers Sarah Richter, Payton Knauss, Charlotte Hume, Nicole Cao, Josephine Chen and Emma Lin representing the International Ballet Academy at the XX TANZOLYMP…
Read More »TANSOLYMP Ballet Competition in Berlin “Dance as a global language“ “XX INTERNATIONAL DANCE FESTIVAL | FEBRUARY 16th - 20th, 2023 Please join us in wishing a wonderful trip and experience to our incredibly &…
Read More »Education & Outreach Program Newsletter The Jungle Book “The Jungle Speaks to me, because I know how to listen” - Rudyard Kipling, Author of The Jungle Book The cast for our upcoming production of The Jungle Book has been…
Read More »The Grand Kyiv Ballet American Tour IBA Dancers go on tour! The International Ballet Academy is proud to announce that five of our incredible dancers will be joining Grand Kyiv Ballet for its first American tour. This rare opportunity to perform…
Read More »SUMMER OF DANCE 2023 IBA's Summer Dance Programs Return! IBA's Summer of Dance returns, offering dancers the perfect place to dance throughout the summer months. This year the International Ballet Academy offers an incredible Summer Intensive…
Read More »Follow The Yellow Brick Road! An IBT for Children classic returns! IBT for Children is overjoyed to announce The Wizard of Oz, returning once again to Bellevue this spring! Premiering March 25th for one weekend only, this magical ballet is based…
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