Canton Ballet

08/21/2026

Happy Friday! We spent some time looking through the archives this week and found this gem from the 1970s.

Pictured center is Kathy Panterlis Viola, joined on the left by Rene Street and Bill Anthony (who you might remember from the alumni stories we shared earlier this year!).

We’ll be sharing even more of these memories when our Alumni Story Series returns this fall. Until then, you can catch up on past features here: cantonballet.com/news-media/alumninews/

08/21/2026

Canton Ballet is seeking an enthusiastic and dependable Teaching Assistant for STEPS — our school-based dance education program serving elementary students across our community.

Interested in joining our team? Learn more and apply here: cantonballet.com/about/employment-opportunities/

08/20/2026

Announcing Canton Ballet’s 2026–2027 Season: SYNERGY!

We’re bringing performance, education, and community together across 5 distinct programs this season! From mainstage classics to regional travel, our upcoming season features live music with the Canton Symphony Orchestra, guest artists from New York City Ballet and Miami City Ballet, and powerful stage collaborations with Ballet Excel Ohio, Cleveland Ballet, and Ohio Contemporary Ballet. Plus, catch us at unique settings like Gervasi and Steubenville Nutcracker Village!

🎟️ Select tickets are on sale now! Read the full season announcement and get all the details at cantonballet.com/news-media/news-releases

08/18/2026

Our Children’s Division offers age-appropriate classes designed to lay a strong, joyful foundation for your child’s dance journey. Hear from Early Childhood Specialist & Lower School Principal Julie Mizer Grasse on what makes these early years so special.

Now enrolling for the upcoming season!

08/17/2026

Throughout the summer, we’ve been featuring our dancers who traveled all over the country for summer intensives. Today, meet Henry Monty, who spent part of his summer training at Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre!

08/14/2026

to 1968! A piece in the Canton Repository featuring Joe Gauthier, Brenda Staudt, and Diane Watson. Joe was recently honored at our 60th Anniversary Gala in the spring!

08/12/2026

We are committed to keeping dance education accessible through opportunities like the Ballet Class Financial Assistance Program, the Kerri L. Hunter Minority Scholarship, and the Tommie Earl Jenkins Boys Scholarship.

If you're planning to apply for financial aid for the 2026–27 academic year, please note that August 17 is the final day to do so.

Details and applications are available at cantonballet.com/financial-aid/

08/11/2026

We are proud to share our 2025–26 Annual Report — a reflection on an unforgettable 60th anniversary season and the people who brought it to life.

Inside, you'll find:
• Memorable moments from Legacy in Motion
• Growth within our school and community impact programs
• A look at Canton Ballet’s financial progress and stewardship
• Recognition of our families, donors, members, patrons, alumni, and partners who made it all possible

Every performance, program, and milestone in this report was strengthened by a community that continues to support Canton Ballet.

Canton Ballet's annual reports and form 990s.

08/10/2026

Many of our dancers hit the road for summer training across the country. Today, we’re spotlighting Ainsley Vrabel, who represented us at Milwaukee Ballet's summer intensive!

08/08/2026

It’s the grand finale of our Christmas in July sale! You have until Sunday night to get 20% off tickets to The Nutcracker.

To secure seats for your favorite holiday tradition, visit cantonballet.com and use promo code JOLLY at checkout. 🎟️