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WE ARE PROUD OFOUR SPONSORSArts Ballet Theatre of Florida is a 501 c 3 non-profit organizationArts Ballet Theatre of Florida relies on the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners, the Broward County Cultural Division, the Cultural Council, and the Broward County Board of County Commissioners, and with the support of Arts Access Miami at The Miami Foundation, Funding Arts Broward, the National Endowment for the Arts, Citizen Interested in Arts, The Children Trust and the Walmart Foundation.

BOARD OF DEVELOPMENTADVISORY BOARDLewis ThalerSharon Miller PresidentMarialva ValeraTreasurer Ada ValienteHONORARY FOUNDER BOARD MEMBERSLeslie Rozencwaig Fortuna LudmirAnna SolorzanoCriseida WenderbergDevorah SashaSecretaryLisa StarkLesly SimonNina AllenDorothy Barrie Rafaela DulantoBOARD OF DIRECTORS Gary PyottVice - PresidentJosiePodesta Soto Miguel Ferro

ARTISTIC DIRECTORVladimir IssaevBALLET MISTRESSMary Carmen CatoyaCOMPANY DANCERSMatthew Bryce, Yoichi Habaguchi, Rena Iwasaki, Kuan Lun Li, Sara Marlin,Suzuka Matsumoto, Yuzuka Matsumoto, Ataru Matsuya, Kazusa Murayoshi,Saaya Okada, José Luis Pechené, Matteo Rollini, Louise Rigby,Yayoi Sasaki, Seiga Sato, Zoárd Szabó, Remina Tanaka,Urara Tsukamoto, Kirsty Walker, Clarence Wong.JUNIOR CORPS: Putri Gobel, Mayu Kanazawa, Indira MayraniMayuko Nono, Zara Scott, Gai Suehiro, Kanon Tanaka.ADMINISTRATIVE STAFFExecutive Director & Development Ruby Romero-IssaevAdministrative Director Ricardo MontealegreEDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, FACULTYVISCB Director Giselle DeyáElla GarciaArts Ballet Goes To School Youth Arts AdvocateKirsty WalkerOutreach Coordinator (summer) Patricia Laine &Isabella KennedyMaster Classes Vladimir IssaevGiselle DeyáPianists Milagros Tejas Remina Tanaka Teresa ValdiviaPRODUCTION CREWTechnical Crew SeamstressGladys SanabriaAudio Engineer Rafael CarreroLighting Designer Art GarciaSanctuary of the ArtsPhotography Patricia LaineVideo Carlos OchoaGraphic Designer Anastasia RomeroArts Ballet Theatre of Florida does not discriminate on the basis of any race, color, gender, marital status, age, sexual orientation, disability, religious preference and national or ethnic origin.@artsballet #ABTFSeason2024-25

MARY CARMEN CATOYAVICENTE NEBRADAPrima Ballerina and Ballet MistressGuest choreographerPrima ballerina of Miami was born in Venezuela. She began her training at the age of six in Caracas and began her professional career at the age of 13. She danced with the Youth Ballet of Venezuela, the Contemporary Ballet of Caracas, Cleveland Ballet and as a principal with the National Ballet of Caracas, where she was coached and trained by Ballet Master Vladimir Issaev. She danced as a principal at the Miami City Ballet from 1999 to 2015. Her repertoire includes works of George Balanchine, Vicente Nebrada, Dennis Nahat, Alberto Mendez and Vladimir Issaev. Ms. Catoya has danced extensively abroad at many festivals and galas, including an international gala before the King and Queen of Spain, the inauguration of the Theater Simon Bolivar in Brazil, Dance Aspen, and the Gala of Stars at the Festival International de Santander and was the prima ballerina responsible to open the Arsht Center in Miami with her interpretation of Don Quixote. She has also dancer at the Gala Night at the Mikhailovsky Theater in Saint Petersburg, Russia and at the Orlando Competition Gala of the Stars. She has danced with both Taras Domitro and Daniel Sarabia in Queretaro, Mexico and with Rolando Sarabia at the Fire Island Festival in New York City. In July 2011 she was the prima ballerina for Les etes de la Danse at the theatre du Chatelet in Paris with Miami City Ballet.She received the award “Premio Casa del Artista” as Best Classical Dancer of theYear in 1999 and Premio Municipal de Danza 2002 as best dancer.Mary Carmen have been coached and trained by remarkable artists such as JosePares, Vicente Nebrada, Vladimir Issaev, Rafael Portillo, Zane Wilson Karelia Moreno,Elena Madan Vera at the Ballet Nacional de Caracas, Dennis Nahat at ClevelandBallet, Ileana Lopez, Violette Verdy, Jean Pierre Frohlich, Maria Cagliari, Mary Ashleyand Edward Villella at Miami City Ballet. Most recently she performed in Poland,Mexico, Peru and Indonesia next to her ballet master Vladimir Issaev.Ms. Catoya is principal dancer and also the Ballet Mistress of Arts Ballet Theatre ofFlorida since 2015. VICENTE NEBRADA was one of the most internationally renowned Latin Americanchoreographers. As a dancer he worked with ballerina Alicia Alonso at the National Ballet of Cuba, with Roland Petit in Paris and the Joffrey Ballet in New York.He was a founding member of the Harkness Ballet where he began his choreographic career in 1964. In 1975 he became the Founding Artistic Director and Resident Choreographer of the International Ballet of Caracas. He created numerous ballets for this company, touring extensively and solidifying his reputation as an internationally acclaimed choreographer.In 1984 he was appointed artistic director of the National Ballet of Caracas which he directed until 2002. For this company he created versions of classics which included, Romeo and Juliet, Coppelia, Don Quixote, The Nutcracker and Swan Lake.His artistic support as resident choreographer helped establish Ballet Florida in Palm Beach in the mid 1990s. His works continue to be performed around the world and have been danced by more than 30 companies such as: American Ballet Theater, National Ballet of Canada, Joffrey Ballet of Chicago, Ballet Hispanico of New York, Berlin Opera Ballet, English National Ballet, Australian Ballet, National Ballet of Korea, Ballet de Santiago, Chile and Ballet Estable del Teatro Colón, Argentina.

ARTS BALLET THEATRE AT THE SANCTUARY OF THE ARTSUNA DANZA PARA TÍSouth Florida Premiere by Arts Ballet Theatre of FloridaUnder license by The Nebrada FoundationChoreography: Vicente NebradaMusic: Teresa Carreño, Ramón Delgado Palacios, and J. M. Suárez Costumes by: Wendy Guo based on the originals by Christina GanniniThis neoclassical ballet, originally choreographed by Vicente Nebrada, showcases a seamless blend of five dance couples set to the waltzes of renowned Venezuelan composers Teresa Carreño, Ramón Delgado Palacios, and J. M. Suárez. These composers are emblematic of Venezuela's rich pianistic tradition, and their works provide the perfect foundation for Nebrada’s choreography, which marries classical ballet technique with the lyrical and expressive qualities of neoclassical style.Nebrada’s unique approach integrates dynamic movement, fluid transitions, and precise musicality, highlighting the beauty and elegance of the dancers as they inter-pret the music. His choreography emphasizes both the virtuosity and emotional depth of the performers, creating a vivid and captivating experience for the audience.This production, staged by current Arts Ballet’s Ballet Mistress Mary Carmen Catoya, a former principal dancer with Vicente Nebrada at the Ballet Nacional de Caracas, carries on the legacy of Nebrada’s distinct style. Both, Vladimir Issaev’s, who worked with Nebrada for a decade, and Catoya's intimate knowledge of Nebrada's vision brings authenticity and precision to the performance, ensuring that his neoclassical interpretation resonates with new audiences while honoring its roots in Venezuelan cultural heritage.Red: Saaya Okada and José Luis PechenéLilac: Kirsty Walker and Matthew BryceOrange: Kanon Tanaka and Ataru MatsuyaBrown: Louise Rigby and Yoichi HabaguchiYellow: Kazusa Murayoshi and Seiga Sato

PAQUITAChoreography: Joseph Mazilier, Marius PetipaMusic: Édouard Deldevez, Ludwig Minkus, Riccardo DrigoPaquita was choreographed by Joseph Mazilier in 1846 for the Paris Opera Ballet, with music by Édouard Deldevez. The original production ran until 1851, featuring Carlotta Grisi as Paquita. In 1847, Marius Petipa restaged the ballet with music by Ludwig Minkus, marking his first ballet in Russia. In 1881, Petipa made revisions, including the addition of the Grand Pas Classique, which remains one of the ballet's most famous sections.CastPaquita: Yayoi Sasaki and Remina TanakaPas de Trois: Kirsty Walker and Louise Rigby with Gai SuehiroVar 1: Kanon TanakaVar 2: Putri Gobel Var 3: Sara MarlinVar 4: Indira MayraniVar 5: Rena Iwasaki Var 6: Urara Tsukamoto Var 7: Yayoi Sasaki Var 8: Remina TanakaCoda Corps: Mayu Kanazawa, Yuzuka Matsumoto, Suzuka Matsumoto, Kazusa Murayoshi, Mayuko Nono, Zara ScottFLAMES OF PARISChoreography: Vasily VainonenMusic: Boris Asafyev Flames of Paris, choreographed by Vasily Vainonen in 1932 with music by Boris Asafiev, is inspired by the French Revolution. The Pas de Deux from Act II features Jeanne and Philippe, two young revolutionaries. Their duet showcases youthful passion and revolutionary fervor, with soaring leaps, intricate turns, and energetic movements. This celebrated piece has become a hallmark of classical ballet virtuosity, symbolizing freedom and heroism. Dancers: Kanon Tanaka and José Luis Pechené

@artsballetPROGRAM IIIMarch 8, 9, 2025201 SW 5th Avenue,Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312(Amaturo Theater)Broward Center for thePerforming ArtsMarch 1, 2, 20253385 N.E. 188th StreetAventura, FL 33180Aventura Arts &Cultural Center

OUR CONTRIBUTORSDECEMBER 1 ST, 2023 - DECEMBER 1 ST, 2024DIRECTORʼS CIRCLE$10,000 and upMiami Dade Department of Cultural AffairsBroward County Cultural DivisionFlorida State Department of Cultural AffairsThe Miami FoundationMs. Nina AllenMrs. Carole BehrmanCitizens Interest in Arts, Inc.CHOREOGRAPHER BENEFACTORS$2,500 to $9,999AnonymousFunding Arts BrowardMs. Dorothy BarrieMs. Sharon MillerMs. Mariela RomeroMs. Lisa StarkThe Shepard Broad FoundationSTAR BENEFACTORS$1,000 to $2,499AnonymousGloria & Herb BarkerRay & Virginia BriscusoCitizens for Florida ArtsMr. Jeffrey & Mrs. Marcia FrantzSylvia & Argelio GarciaThe Thomas E. Rodgers, Jr. FoundationMr. & Mrs. LudmirMr. Steven LutzJewel MaloneMichael PolakovMarglys RequenaMr. Lewis ThalerMr. & Mrs. WoodmanMartina WeinbergerPRINCIPAL DANCER BENEFACTORS$500 to $999AnonymousThe GoodCoin FoundationThe Miami Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber of CommerceMs. Regina BonneyMr. George BrodThe Drozdow FamilyMr. & Mrs. HaghayeghThe Hilton AventuraMr. Eric JorgensenMr. Alberto KamhaziArt & Christy LambertusMr. & Mrs. ManzoRicardo MontealegreMs. Anny PaezMr. Gary PyottMr. Diego RamirezMrs. Diana RieberMs. Nathalie TalonMr. & Mrs. TorrensMarvin Ross Friedman & Adrienne Bon HaesMs. Criseida WerdenbergMs. Stephen & Marsha ZimbergSOLOIST BENEFACTORS$100 to $499$100 to $499The Arthur Gallagher FoundationDarren AllenMaribel AlonsoGovindi Samaranayake & Oliver AndryszweskiMs. Sandra BakerMrs. Samantha BassMr. & Mrs. BayleyHannah BaumgartenMs. Zuleika BeriroMs. Patricia BinghamRomain BretonConstantino BraggiatoJohn & Judith Bordeaux Management Inc. Camelot HealthcareOsviel Cabrera & Joicy Beatriz EstevezDr. Marie CarreMs. Brenda ConnorCynthia Christ-StrumKamila DasilvaMr. Ronald DonMr. & Mrs. Eric EliasMs. Camille EricsonMs. Sally FlesnerMr. Stephen GordonYolanda GonzàlezMs. Roberta E. GriggMs. Eva GrossiMr. & Mrs. Francisco GuiaDiana GutensteinMr. & Mrs. Robert & Joan HathawayMs. Meridel HortaJo KarabellMs. Frederike KramerMs. Halina KowalskaMs. Patricia LaineMr. Thomas LaneMr. Paul LoreeMr. & Mrs. LuccoMichael LuxMs. Sharon MaliskaMs. Ruth MillerMs. Jill Myers FischerMr. & Mrs. PardoJavier Paula, Gift TrustMr. & Mrs. Perez-BarriosMrs. Sandra SimonMs. Nairy ReboredoCarole ReichEric Renteria

Mr. John RinaldiMr. & Mrs. RichmondMr. Chris RomanikMr. Scott D. SandbergMs. Devorah SashaChris McKinney & Patricia SchwartzMr. Jay ShapiroJoe & Michiyo SloaneAri & Jodi SklarAnna SolorzanoMr. Simon SoongDr. Robert SugarmanMr. Pedro SzalayMs. Ali TejasHoward Allan TuckerMr. Pierra VilmeMr. & Mrs. Miao ZongCORPS DE BALLET BENEFACTORS$25 to $99Felix AdamSilvia AlvarezRosa AndersenMichael AndrewsIsabel AnzolaLisa ArnettAllyn Ginns AyersMarialva BauzaTery BeallKaren Becerra – PenagosIsaac BeracasaMr. & Mrs. Alex BertiMs. Cindy BlandinoAndrea BritellMs. Leigh BrockmanJeri BuxtonManuel CastineirasHarriet ChungMaria Jose De CairesJaime DuclosLiliana EstradaMartha EspinosaMerle FrankPaula GarverDaphna GalskyJustin GoldAllen GreenwaldDanilo JimenezGary & Shia Toby GreenAli JohnstonLolita KadalaThe K FoundationJohn HudsonMichael KransMarcy & Norman KushnerRonald B. LarrisonTerry LealClaudia LewisSusan LurveyKristina LyonsDr. & Mrs. MatosJanice MichelSophia McDonaldLouis NiroSusana NovakMs. Wendy OstySylvia PadronAnais Ramentol de GarciaEmanouil PetrovEdgar PinedoHoward Anthony PittersonJosephine Podesta SotoKevin Michael ReedSue RobishAnnabelle RodriguezJan Tyner – SaddingtonDiego Salterini - Dance Now! MiamiDeborah R. StarrMrs. Elaine SeligNinfa SkezasMr. Kenichi SokiHadrian G. TuckJade Van ZoestCrissy Velasco RayRuth WiesenKimberly YoudellShirley ZimmermanLorraine Ziegelheim

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