By Emily Parkinson, Miami City Ballet

Miami City Ballet’s opening night of the 2013-2014 Season is just weeks away! Over the years, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation has been instrumental in helping the ballet bring new works to the stage, keep the magic of the orchestra alive at performances, and create unique artistic experiences for South Florida audiences. In our latest video, Artistic Director Lourdes Lopez explains how Program I: First Ventures achieves an essential component of the Knight Foundation’s mission –allowing communities to witness the transformational power of the arts. We hope you join us on our “journey” this season!

Photo credit: Miami City Ballet dancers in Serenade. Choreography by George Balanchine © The George Balanchine Trust. Photo © Steven Caras, All Rights Reserved.