Celebrating Black History Month: Reflecting on CBJ’s Ballerina, Candace Veecock
“Bengt Jörgen, C.M. and Canada’s Ballet Jörgen were the first to put diversity in numbers for classical ballet on Canadian stages, some 30 years ago. Bengt is a true Canadian […]
Continuing a Holiday Tradition with the Virtual Nutcracker Youth Participant Program
“I love performing with Ballet Jörgen. It doesn’t feel like Christmas without the Nutcracker. I was so excited to be part of the Ballet Jörgen cast again!” – Virtual Nutcracker Local Participant The […]
Adrián Ramírez Juárez & Akari Fujiwara on the New Amanda Martinez Video for Estaba Cayendo
Canadian singer songwriter, Amanda Martinez got involved with Adrián and Akari through award winning choreographer Debra Brown. When Amanda contacted Debra about moving forward with her idea for her new […]
Canadian Singer-Songwriter Amanda Martinez Debuts New Video with CBJ Dancers
Amanda Martinez is a Canadian singer-songwriter whose music is an original blend of influences from her Mexican and South African roots. Amanda credits her long-time band for being a huge […]
The Home Show: CBJ’s New Creation with Debra Brown
CBJ is thrilled to be working with world-renowned choreographer Debra Brown on a new creation. This work is unique, as our dancers have no studio access and cannot interact with each other or […]
Alumna Spotlight: Selina Ficociello Finds the Freedom to Dance Her Art
“I didn’t even realize I wanted to pursue dance professionally until my first year at George Brown.” Selina Ficociello is showcasing her diversity as a dancer since earning her diploma […]
From Local Participant to CBJ Physiotherapist: Kiah Brubacher-Cressman
“I remember the excitement of being given the opportunity to be a participant in The Nutcracker… I felt very welcomed by the members of the company.” Toronto-based physiotherapist Kiah Brubacher-Cressman remembers […]
George Brown Dance Announces IN HÄUS 2019
“IN HÄUS has become an annual event that fills with both current and aspiring dancers, as well as alumni…It reinforces our dedication to strong community and commitment to our student […]
Meet an Apprentice: Leon Peace
“I’ve worked my whole life for this, and I’m extremely grateful to be here.” Leon Peace has joined CBJ as an Apprentice Dancer after several years of training at the […]
From Mentorship Student to Apprentice: Adam Davidson
“Now that I’m an apprentice, there is room for new growth and improvement, which I look forward to achieving.” Adam Davidson has joined CBJ as a company apprentice for […]