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The Theatre
The Valley Dance Theatre, a non profit ballet company, was formed in 1980
by Betsy Hausburg and Penny Tomasello with the goals of providing performance
opportunities for talented local dancers and bringing affordable, quality
dance performances to the valley. Since then, the company has offered semi-annual
performances. The December show is a full length production of Tchaikovsky's
holiday classic "The Nutcracker" with the Livermore-Amador Symphony.
In May, the company chooses from a variety of classical and contemporary repertoires
and collaborations.
Now directed by Betsy Hausburg and Margaret Kenrick, the Valley Dance Theatre
company works on a volunteer basis to provide professional-quality theatrical
productions. VDT does not participate in recitals or competitions, nor is
there a performance or costume fee. VDT performers wear exquisite, professionally
designed and sewn costumes owned by the company, purchasing only their shoes
and tights.
The School
In 2000, the Valley Dance Theatre opened its own studio to offer the high
quality dance education required by the company. The School of the Valley
Dance Theatre's primary focus is classical ballet, but other dance styles
are taught as needed.
Co-directed by Ms. Hausburg and Ms. Kenrick, the school boasts an outstanding
resident faculty who share a dedication to and enthusiasm for dance. Tuition
is reasonable, and financial assistance is available for dedicated students.
Located in Livermore's charming historical railroad
depot, the studio is air-conditioned and comfortable, with a professional-quality
sprung dance floor. The school welcomes visitors during class time, but to
arrange a tour, please call 243-0925 or contact us
by email.
Join our mailing list
If you would like to receive announcements about our upcoming shows and our
classes, please subscribe to our email mailing list.
Become a "Friend of the Ballet"
The Valley Dance Theatre gratefully acknowledges the suppport of our
2003-2004 Friends of the Ballet.
Please consider investing in one of our community's most important
assets, Arts Education. Your tax deductible contribution will allow
Valley Dance Theatre to continue to bring the excitiement and joy of
dance to the Tri-Valley. Contributions to our scholarship fund allow
us to assist dedicated dancers with financial need. "Friends of
the Ballet" at all levels are recognized in our performance programs
and Angels receive 4 tickets to performances of their choice.
$25 - $49 Contributor
$50 - $99 Patron
$100 - $249 Benefactor
$250 - $499 Silver Angel
$500 - $999 Gold Angel
$1000 + Platinum Angel
Contact a member of Valley Dance Theatre's Board of
Directors to make a donation.
Contemporary Repertoire
- One: music by Marvin Hamlish, from "A Chorus Line" with
the Livermore-Amador Symphony
- Joyous Joplin: Scott Joplin
- Cuban Overture: George Gershwin, with the Livermore-Amador Symphony
- In the Mood : music by Glenn Miller, Harry James, Jo Stafford,
and Les Brown
- An American in Paris : music by Gershwin
- Rodeo : Aaron Copeland, with the Livermore-Amador Symphony
Classical Repertoire and Past Collaborations
- La Boutique Fantasque: Rossini - Respighi, with the Livermore-Amador
Symphony
- Raymonda: Alexander Glazunov
- Swan Lake: Tchaikovsky
- Don Quixote Grand Pas de Deux: Ludwig Minkus, with the Livermore-Amador
Symphony
- The Dying Swan: Camille Saint-Saens, with the Livermore-Amador Symphony
- Peter and the Wolf: Prokofiev, with the Livermore-Amador Symphony
and the Pleasanton Community Band
- Les Sylphides: Frederic Chopin
- Pineapple Poll: Arthur Sullivan with the Plesanton Commmunity Band
- The Nutcracker: Tchaikovsky with the Livermore/Amador Symphony
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