Season 12
2023-2024
Centennial State Ballet’s Fall Showcase, presented by Longmont Museum’s Stewart Auditorium, promised to be an exciting and culturally enriching event for the whole community. Featuring both Saint-Saëns Carnival of the Animals and Tomm Ruud’s critically acclaimed Mobile performed by the Zikr Dance Ensemble, CSB’s Showcase celebrated the diversity of the finest in both classical and contemporary dance.
The Fall Showcase provided an opportunity for its talented dancers to collaborate and work with guest professional dancers, choreographers, musicians, and other artists to further enhance their journey as aspiring young professionals and create a memorable experience for the entire audience.
The Sugar Plum Fairy warmly invites you to Centennial State Ballet's 12th Annual Sugar Plum Tea Party.
This year the event will be held at the Longmont Museum in the Swan Atrium and the Stewart Auditorium. Offering an elegant afternoon tea service with sweet and savory treats, audience members will delight in the sights and sounds of the holiday season. The mini-narrated Nutcracker performance will be held in Stewart Auditorium and after the performance guests get a chance to mingle and take photos with the dancers in their costumes. There are 2 shows on Saturday, November 25th at 1 PM and 4 PM, and 2 shows on Sunday, November 26th at 1 PM and 4 PM at the Longmont Museum.
The Sugar Plum Tea Party is a sweet treat for all ages! Tickets sell out fast! Don't miss this elegant event for all ages!
The Nutcracker is a timeless ballet that has become a cherished holiday tradition worldwide. Composed by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, the ballet premiered in 1892 and has since captivated audiences with its magical storyline and iconic score.
Centennial State Ballet looks forward to welcoming you to this magical performance of The Nutcracker and sharing the joy of the holiday season through the art of dance.
Whether you are a seasoned ballet enthusiast or experiencing The Nutcracker for the first time, Centennial State Ballet invites you to join us for an unforgettable evening of enchantment and holiday cheer.
Centennial State Ballet (CSB), Longmont’s nonprofit, youth ballet company continues celebrating their 12th Anniversary Season of Discovery with the return of holiday favorite The Nutcracker. This live event are sure to spread holiday cheer. Continuing the long tradition of live music with ballet, K-12 youth performers return to the stage this holiday season, accompanied by local musicians.
Join us for a magical performance of the timeless classic The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe
Immerse yourself in a breathtaking ballet performance that captures the essence of this beloved tale. From the frosty enchantments of the White Witch to the majestic presence of Aslan, every movement tells a story of courage, friendship, and the triumph of good over evil.
Whether you're a fan of the original story or introducing your family to the wonders of Narnia, this ballet is perfect for audiences of all ages. Share the joy of discovery and adventure with your loved ones.
Centennial State Ballet Past Seasons
Season 11
2022-2023
Fall Showcase featuring Stravinsky’s The Firebird (set by Kristin Kingsley), Let’s Swing with music by the Crystal Swing Band (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley and Claire Terhaar), Longmont Museum’s Stewart Auditorium
The Nutcracker (December) (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley, Kristen Demaree, Ellie Hara, Kat Rogers, and Laura Malpass). Niwot HS Auditorium
Little Snow-White (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley and Kat Rogers) Vladimir Rebikov score played by piano accompaniment. Longmont Museum’s Stewart Auditorium.
Season 10
2021-2022
October Showcase featuring The Magic Flute (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley and Ellie Hara). Piano Accompaniment. Longmont Museum’s Stewart Auditorium.
The Nutcracker (December) our 21st annual production with sextet accompaniment (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley, Kristen Demaree, Laura Malpass, and Ellie Hara).
Don Quixote (set by Ellie Hara and Kristin Kingsley) with piano accompaniment
Season 9
2020-2021
October Showcase featuring Die Puppenfee, or The Fairy Doll (set by Kristin Kingsley). Production was filmed on location at Jester Dinner Theatre, Crackpots, Longmont Main Street, and Longmont Museum’s Stewart Auditorium.
The Nutcracker (December) is our 20th annual production with accompaniment from local musicians; e.g. Skyline Jazz Band, Armstrong Duet, Harp Ensemble of Fort Collins, and local solo musicians (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley, Kristen Demaree, Laura Malpass). Filmed on location at The Cheese Importers, The Callahan House, and LDT Academy.
Coppélia (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley) was filmed on location at Longmont Museum’s Stewart Auditorium to the recorded CSB Chamber Orchestra
Season 8
2019-2020
Fall Showcase (September) featuring a story ballet based on the Jules Verne novel, Around the World in 80 Days, with piano accompaniment (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley)
The Nutcracker (December) is our 19th annual production with full orchestra (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley, Kristen Demaree, Matthew Helms, and Stephanie Tuley)
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley with live orchestral accompaniment of musical compositions from Edward Elgar) - Cancelled due to COVID-19 Pandemic
Season 7
2018-2019
Fall Showcase (September) featuring Frances Hodgson Burnett’s The Secret Garden (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley); piano accompaniment by Resident Pianist Devon Newburn; and musical score arranged by composers Percy Grainger, Edward MacDowell, and Robert Schumann.
The Nutcracker (December) is our 18th annual production with full orchestra accompaniment by the CSB Chamber Orchestra (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley, Kristen Demaree, Matthew Helms, and Stephanie Tuley)
A Midsummer Night's Dream (choreographed by Stephanie Tuley and Kristin Kingsley, with additional choreography by Kristen Demaree and Matthew Helms); with full orchestra accompaniment by the CSB Chamber Orchestra; and vocalists from Erie High School Women’s Chorus
Season 6
2017-2018
Fall Showcase featuring a mixed bill: the Grand Pas de Deux from Act 3 of Don Quixote (set by Kristin Kingsley), Jo’s Journal (set by Erika Randall Associate Professor and Department Chair of Dance at University of Colorado, Boulder), & excerpts from Carmina Burana (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley, Cristina Michaels, and Matthew Helms); accompanied by Resident Pianist Devon Newburn and featured vocalists from Opera Colorado.
The Nutcracker (December) our 17th annual production with full orchestra accompaniment by the CSB Chamber Orchestra (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley and Stephanie Tuley)
The Sleeping Beauty (set by Kristin Kingsley) with full orchestra accompaniment by the CSB Chamber Orchestra
Season 5
2016-2017
October Showcase featuring Stravinsky’s The Firebird (choreographed by Stephanie Tuley) and The Snow Maiden (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley and Cristina Michaels) with a musical score arranged by composers Debussy, Minkus, Rossini, and Tchaikovsky; accompanied by Resident Pianist Devon Newburn
The Nutcracker (December) is our 16th annual production with full orchestra accompaniment by the Flatirons Community Orchestra (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley and Stephanie Tuley)
Giselle (choreographed by Stephanie Tuley and set by Kristin Kingsley) with full orchestra accompaniment by the CSB Chamber Orchestra
Season 4
2015-2016
October Showcase featuring La Vivendière (set by Kristin Kingsley), Lost and Found (choreographed by Christine Rohde), and excerpts from Don Quixote (set by Kristin Kingsley)
The Nutcracker (December) is our 15th annual production with full orchestra accompaniment by the Flatirons Community Orchestra (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley and Stephanie Tuley)
Coppélia (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley) with full orchestra accompaniment by the CSB Chamber Orchestra
Season 3
2014-2015
October Showcase featuring Paquita (set by Stephanie Tuley), Classical Pieces (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley), and Midstream (choreographed by Stephanie Tuley)
The Nutcracker (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley and Stephanie Tuley)
February Showcase featuring Prologue to The Sleeping Beauty (set by Kristin Kingsley and Stephanie Tuley) and Rhythm, Weight, and Flow (a contemporary piece choreographed by Angie Simmons to be accompanied by original compositions from Amy Shelley)
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley, an adaptation from the original C.S. Lewis novel) with full orchestra accompaniment by the CSB Chamber Orchestra; arrangement by Rick Thomas from musical compositions of Edward Elgar
Season 2
2013-2014
October Showcase: Les Sylphides (set by Kristin Kingsley/Jayne Persch/Stephanie Tuley), An American in Paris (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley), and Jo's Journal (set by Erika Randall of CU Boulder)
The Nutcracker (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley and Stephanie Tuley)
February Showcase: Third Act from The Sleeping Beauty (set by Kristin Kingsley and Stephanie Tuley)
A Midsummer Night's Dream (choreographed by Stephanie Tuley and Kristin Kingsley)
Season 1
2012-2013
October Showcase: Flower Festival in Genzano (set by David Taylor), A Buddy Holly Tribute (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley), and Pas de Quatre (set by Stephanie Tuley)
The Nutcracker (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley and Stephanie Tuley)
February Showcase: The Carnival of the Animals (choreographed by Kristin Kingsley)
Giselle (choreographed by Stephanie Tuley)
