Celebrating Black History Month: Reflecting on CBJ’s Ballerina, Candace Veecock
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“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
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“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
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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
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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
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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
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“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
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“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
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“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
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“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 […]