Ballet San Jose

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Publication: Pointe

Date: 2008-02-01 00:00:00

A strong base and exciting repertoire helps Ballet San Jose find lasting success. By Ainson Duke

California's Ballet San Jose, praised for its broad repertoire and theatricality, has roots that reach back to 1986, when Artistic Director Dennis Nahat created a second home for his 10-year-old Cleveland Ballet. San Jose Cleveland Ballet went on to become the longestrunning two-city company, performing full seasons in California and Ohio until 2000, when the company moved its headquarters to San Jose, where it is now thriving.

Nahat, who danced ...

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