Maryland Youth Ballet Moves to Silver Spring
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Maryland Youth Ballet representatives announced that they have signed a lease for the home of MYB in the Silver Plaza on Ellsworth Drive in downtown Silver Spring. This location, which will become MYB's new hubas of January, will allow MYB to expand its ballet and dance-related classes for adults and children by adding a fifth studio in this custom-built, gorgeous, light-filled second story space overlooking the fountain.
The fabulous location is close to the Metro and within steps of the downtown shopping district. Charlie Barnett, President of the Board, said, "Finally, MYB will reside in a facility that comes close to matching the outstanding caliber of its faculty and students, many of whom go on to dance as professionals all over the world."
Michelle Lees, Associate Artistic Director, said, "This is a dream come true for us. We are thrilled about new opportunities for expanding our dance program to reach out to even more children and adults than the over 1500 students that we serve today."
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MYB has leased its space from PFA Silver Spring, a joint venture between Foulger Pratt, Argo Investments, and The Peterson Companies, a well-known local developer that has earned high praise for its redevelopment of downtown Silver Spring and revitalization of National Harbor. Architectural firm OPX teamed with the Maryland Youth Ballet to develop a design concept which incorporates the school's creative style and vibrancy. The design of the space supports the organization's unique needs including special accommodations for their programs focused on children with disabilities.
This new location, in the heart of the designated Arts District of Silver Spring, is especially hospitable to artists spanning the full spectrum from visual art, to classical ballet and the recently opened Paul Green School of Rock. Mel Tull, Arts and Entertainment District Administrator, said, "The renaissance of downtown Silver Spring is well underway. We are delighted that MYB will be joining the ranks of the growing arts and entertainment community, which includes organizations that, like MYB, set the standard of excellence in their fields."
MYB is already gearing up for its annual Nutcracker , which will be performed at the Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center at Montgomery College on December 22, 23 and 26 to 30. Ballet lovers and those just curious about the new ballet school in the neighborhood are encouraged to buy tickets early to these often sold-out shows and consider underwriting a portion of this performance to help MYB raise funds for its upcoming move.
For additional information on the performance schedule or classes, please call 301-652-2232 or visit our website at www.marylandyouthballet.org.
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