Miami City Ballet is entering an exciting new chapter—and we are proud to welcome an extraordinary group of leaders to help shape what comes next. As we build on the momentum of our landmark 40th Anniversary Season and look ahead to the first fully programmed season by Artistic Director Gonzalo Garcia, we are thrilled to announce seven new members joining our Board of Directors and Board of Trustees. Please join us in welcoming: Tatsiana Ansin, longtime community advocate and supporter of arts and education initiatives throughout South Florida Cherie Jiou Balena of Goldman Sachs Anthony DiResta of Holland & Knight June Yee Felix of RELX, Iron Mountain, and Hiscox Ana Martin-Lavielle of PAML Law Elinette Ruiz Diaz de la Portilla of Gunster Andrea Virgin, PE, LEED AP of The Center for Arts & Innovation Together, these accomplished leaders bring expertise across business, finance, law, philanthropy, technology, and the arts, along with a shared commitment to advancing culture and community impact across South Florida and beyond. Their leadership arrives at a defining moment for Miami City Ballet as we continue expanding our artistic vision, deepening our community engagement, and shaping the future of ballet for the next generation. We are honored to welcome them to the Miami City Ballet family.
About us
Miami City Ballet is an American ballet company based in Miami Beach, Florida, and led by artistic director Gonzalo Garcia. MCB was founded in 1985 by Miami philanthropist Toby Lerner Ansin with former New York City Ballet principal dancer Edward Villella as founding artistic director. The company flourishes today as one of the world's most respected ballet companies. MCB features an international ensemble of 50 dancers hailing from the United States, Brazil, Cuba, Venezuela, China, Switzerland, France, Japan, and Germany. The company has an active repertoire of 88 ballets and performs over 100 times annually including a home season in Miami, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach, FL. North American appearances include the Kennedy Center, the 1996 Olympic Arts Festival, Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival, the Orange County Performing Arts Center, and New York City Center; while theaters and festivals in Europe, Central America, South America, and Israel have hosted the company. Among the Company’s notable achievements have been critically-acclaimed performances in Paris and New York City, and the nationally televised PBS special Great Performances. The company operates an elite ballet training academy, the Miami City Ballet School. Approximately 375 students attend the academy during the school year, with 200 accepted to the annual Summer Intensive. In 2012, Lourdes Lopez was chosen as artistic director. Lopez was born in Havana, Cuba and raised in Miami. She was a principal dancer for New York City Ballet for 24 years under George Balanchine and Jerome Robbins. After retiring from the stage, she went on to become the executive director of The George Balanchine Foundation and co-founded the innovative dance company Morphoses. In 2014, she was appointed to the board of the Ford Foundation. Find out more about Miami City Ballet at www.miamicityballet.org.
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- Miami Beach, FL
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And that’s the 2025/26 Season, wrapped. ✨ This incredibly celebratory 40th Anniversary Season happened so fast. We performed 64 times in 8 different venues. We toured to California and New York. We danced 25 ballets by 17 choreographers, including 7 new works and 2 company premieres. But more than the numbers, this season was about the moments. The standing ovations. The first notes from the orchestra pit. The feeling in the theater right before the curtain rose. The artists, audiences, staff, supporters, students, and community who made every performance feel electric. To our audiences and our followers: thank you for being here. Thank you for celebrating, supporting, and growing with us through this milestone year. You are part of what makes Miami City Ballet one of the most magical ballet companies in the world. The first 40 years are behind us. The next 40 are in front of us. ✨
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Exciting news: Miami City Ballet School is expanding its Pre-Professional Division with the launch of a new Trainee Program for the 2026/27 School Year. Designed for dancers ages 17–22, this selective, invitation-only program bridges the gap between training and a professional career. Participants will receive rigorous daily instruction, gain real-world performance experience alongside Miami City Ballet, and develop the artistry and professionalism required for the stage. The program also offers full tuition scholarships and financial support, reinforcing our commitment to accessibility and the future of dance. Learn more and register for an audition: https://lnkd.in/e4bZ65hg Photo by Alexander Iziliaev
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Thank you, CBS News Miami for featuring Miami City Ballet in today’s Miami Proud spotlight by Najahe Sherman, highlighting Ezra Hurwitz's film direction and the creative work happening beyond the stage. Proud to share this moment as we close out our 40th Anniversary Season. Watch the Miami Proud segment on CBS: https://lnkd.in/ee96Q8FX
Miami City Ballet's bold transformation connecting younger generation to ballet in new way
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Community isn’t just built—it’s felt. We’re proud of our CMO, Chantell Ghosh, for bringing her invaluable perspective to the stage with The Female Quotient at POSSIBLE 2026. Joining industry leaders, she spoke about what it really means to offer an experience—how audiences invest more than a ticket, and how the moments they carry away with them matter the most. Because the story doesn’t end on stage. It deepens when audiences are invited inside—into the process, the people, and the craft—and when the art form itself feels open, welcoming, and accessible to all. Watch the full conversation below! https://lnkd.in/etN3BG5y
Community has moved from a marketing tactic to a growth engine. In an era of endless choice, belonging drives loyalty, advocacy, and resilience. Tune in from the FQ Lounge @ POSSIBLE 2026 for a conversation that explores how leaders build communities people want to invest in emotionally and socially. • Courtney Carroll, Head of Business and Lifestyle, North America Advertising Sales, Bloomberg Media • Carina E. , Chief Marketing Officer, Bucherer AG USA • Chantell Ghosh, Chief Marketing Officer, Miami City Ballet • Becky Godlove, Vice President, US Marketing, Dermalogica • Shivani Majewski, Managing Director, Retail, Deloitte Digital
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#FQLeaders ✨ “First comes the sweat. Then comes the beauty” is a George Balanchine quote, but it could just as easily describe Miami City Ballet’s most successful recent campaign. In the FQ Lounge at POSSIBLE, CMO Chantell Ghosh’s “Sweaty to Ready” invited fitness influencers to work out in a ballet class before experiencing a live show, costing virtually nothing, and closing the gap between a city obsessed with fitness culture and an art form people have always loved. At a moment when classical performance is having a genuine cultural resurgence, Ghosh believes the appetite was never the problem, and that ballet sells itself once you find the right way in.
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We remember Michael Tilson Thomas, a visionary artist whose impact on American music and artists will be felt for generations. A celebrated conductor, composer, and educator, he helped shape the sound of orchestras across the globe. As the founding artistic director for Miami Beach’s New World Symphony, Michael leaves a lasting legacy of excellence nationally and here at home. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and all who were moved by his extraordinary life in music. Read more from The New York Times: https://lnkd.in/eZUnQyjZ
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Miami City Ballet is proud to announce the appointment of Scott Altman as Executive Director. A nationally respected arts leader, Scott brings more than 25 years of experience driving growth, strengthening financial sustainability, and expanding audience engagement across leading cultural institutions. Most recently, as President & CEO of the Los Angeles Master Chorale, he elevated the organization’s international profile and led a period of significant artistic and organizational achievement, following a transformative tenure as President & CEO of Cincinnati Ballet. As Miami City Ballet continues to build on its momentum and prepare for a bold new chapter, Scott’s leadership will play a key role in shaping the future of the organization—deepening our connection to South Florida and expanding our reach on the national stage. We’re excited for what’s ahead. Welcome to Miami, Scott. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ecmuwmqE
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April 2 marks Toby Lerner Ansin Day in Miami-Dade County, recognizing the founder of Miami City Ballet and the enduring impact of her vision. For four decades, that vision has guided the company’s growth, artistry, and place within the cultural fabric of Miami. Read The Spark and The Stage and explore the story behind it all: https://lnkd.in/esrRyhJD #TobyLernerAnsinDay #MiamiCityBallet #CulturalLegacy
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Now Hiring: Audience Ticketing and Services Representative at Miami City Ballet. We are seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused professional to support ticketing operations and audience services. This is an opportunity to grow within a dynamic arts organization while playing an essential role in delivering an exceptional patron experience. View the full job description and apply here: https://lnkd.in/ehiietVp