The 20th Anniversary

The Best of Blue Jeans & Ballet

Clayton Center for the Arts

Ronald & Lynda Nutt Theatre

September 19, 2023

6:00pm - 9:00pm

This evening of contemporary dance will begin with dinner on the plaza and followed by a performance of ABC’s senior company level dancers.  Directors Amy Morton Vaughn and Kylie Morton Berry have selected some of our audiences’ favorite pieces from past productions over the span of 20 years.  Some new works  will also be presented by choreographers for ABC.  This evening proves to be entertaining and a wonderful time to connect with friends over dinner.

6:00 dinner and 7:15 performance, orchestra center seating  $100.00

7:15 performance only, mezzanine seating $35.00

The Nutcracker

Knoxville Civic Auditorium

December 2, 2023

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

The Nutcracker, a full-length classical ballet, will be presented by the Appalachian Ballet Company in their 52nd season.   Live music by the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, beautiful sets and scenery, lavish costumes and accomplished dancers will put you in the holiday mood!

Dancing the role of the Sugarplum Fairy will be ABC alum, Laura Morton La Russa, “25 to watch” in Dance Magazine 2021.  ABC will be featuring James La Russa as Herr Drosselmeyer and the Arabian Prince.

For over 100 years, this classic story has proven to be a favorite, enchanting audiences of all ages.  Come see the magic!

Show runs 90 minutes with one intermission.

The Nutcracker

Knoxville Civic Auditorium

December 3, 2023

3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

The Nutcracker, a full-length classical ballet, will be presented by the Appalachian Ballet Company in their 52nd season.   Live music by the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, beautiful sets and scenery, lavish costumes and accomplished dancers will put you in the holiday mood!

Dancing the role of the Sugarplum Fairy will be ABC alum, Laura Morton La Russa, “25 to watch” in Dance Magazine 2021.  ABC will be featuring James La Russa as Herr Drosselmeyer and the Arabian Prince.

For over 100 years, this classic story has proven to be a favorite, enchanting audiences of all ages.  Come see the magic!

Show runs 90 minutes with one intermission.

The Nutcracker

Clayton Center for the Arts

Ronald & Lynda Nutt Theatre

December 8, 2023

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

The Nutcracker, a full-length classical ballet, will be presented by the Appalachian Ballet Company in their 52nd season.   Live music by the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, beautiful sets and scenery, lavish costumes and accomplished dancers will put you in the holiday mood!

Dancing the role of the Sugarplum Fairy will be ABC alum, Laura Morton La Russa, “25 to watch” in Dance Magazine 2021.  ABC will be featuring James La Russa as Herr Drosselmeyer and the Arabian Prince.

For over 100 years, this classic story has proven to be a favorite, enchanting audiences of all ages.  Come see the magic!

Show runs 90 minutes with one intermission.

The Nutcracker

Clayton Center for the Arts

Ronald & Lynda Nutt Theatre

December 9, 2023

3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

The Nutcracker, a full-length classical ballet, will be presented by the Appalachian Ballet Company in their 52nd season.   Live music by the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, beautiful sets and scenery, lavish costumes and accomplished dancers will put you in the holiday mood!

Dancing the role of the Sugarplum Fairy will be ABC alum, Laura Morton La Russa, “25 to watch” in Dance Magazine 2021.  ABC will be featuring James La Russa as Herr Drosselmeyer and the Arabian Prince.

For over 100 years, this classic story has proven to be a favorite, enchanting audiences of all ages.  Come see the magic!

Show runs 90 minutes with one intermission.

Cinderella

Clayton Center for the Arts

Ronald & Lynda Nutt Theatre

March 22, 2024

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Cinderella, a classic fairy tale ballet, will be presented by Appalachian Ballet Company.  This romantic and light-hearted three act ballet tells the triumphant story of a young girl who finds love at a dazzling ball.  The awkwardly funny stepsisters along with the glorious elegance of the Fairy Godmother and her Season Fairies help create a spectacular production for the enjoyment of the entire family.  Cinderella is a ballet composed by Sergei Prokofiev and is one of the most popular and melodious compositions.  (The production will run approximately one and a half hours).

Cinderella will be danced by Laura Morton La Russa and dancing the role of the Prince will be James La Russa.  This husband and wife team will bring the romance to life.

Cinderella

Clayton Center for the Arts

Ronald & Lynda Nutt Theatre

March 23, 2024

2:00 pm - 3:30pm

Cinderella, a classic fairy tale ballet, will be presented by Appalachian Ballet Company.  This romantic and light-hearted three act ballet tells the triumphant story of a young girl who finds love at a dazzling ball.  The awkwardly funny stepsisters along with the glorious elegance of the Fairy Godmother and her Season Fairies help create a spectacular production for the enjoyment of the entire family.  Cinderella is a ballet composed by Sergei Prokofiev and is one of the most popular and melodious compositions.  (The production will run approximately one and a half hours).

Cinderella will be danced by Laura Morton La Russa and dancing the role of the Prince will be James La Russa.  This husband and wife team will bring the romance to life.