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The Springfield Ballet Company 'emerges' at 'Rock Ballet' | Community Voices

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Beatrice Bonner

Published September 28, 2021 at 12:05 PM CDT

The Springfield Ballet Company presents "Rock Ballet"

The Springfield Ballet Company will present their annual fall show "Rock Ballet" on Oct. 2 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Artistic Director Julie Ratz spoke with Community Voices about the the show's theme "emerge" and the ballet's return to live performances. Ratz also shared the history of the show and how it provides an opportunity for dancers to perform other genres of dance.