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Thordal Christensen is a theatre professional with credits tracked on BroadwayWorld.

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THE NUTCRACKER to Open at Los Angeles Ballet This Holiday
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2026

Los Angeles Ballet will present its original production of THE NUTCRACKER at Royce Hall and the Dolby Theatre, featuring choreography by Thordal Christensen and Colleen Neary, with a sensory-friendly performance also scheduled.
Los Angeles Ballet Sets 2026-27 Season Featuring COPPÉLIA, THE NUTCRACKER and More
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2026

Los Angeles Ballet has announced its 2026-27 season, featuring American Icons, The Nutcracker, Movers and Shakers, the company premiere of Coppélia and a special Hollywood Bowl engagement with the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
Los Angeles Ballet Unveils 2026-27 Season Featuring COPPÉLIA, Hollywood Bowl Debut & More
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 19, 2026

Los Angeles Ballet will open its 21st season with a debut performance at the Hollywood Bowl, marking the company's first appearance at the iconic Los Angeles venue.
Los Angeles Ballet Receives $2.4 Million Grant From Perenchio Foundation
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 12, 2026

Los Angeles Ballet has received a $2.4 million grant from the Perenchio Foundation, the company announced, marking a major financial contribution to its operations.
GISELLE, THE NUTCRACKER and More Set for Los Angeles Ballet 20th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2026

Los Angeles Ballet will mark its 20th anniversary with a special season at The Wallis Annenberg Center, featuring a tribute to George Balanchine, a classic favorite, a world premiere, and an extended holiday schedule of THE NUTCRACKER.
Los Angeles Ballet Unveils 20th Anniversary 2025–2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2025

Los Angeles Ballet has announced its 20th anniversary 2025–2026 season, marking a major milestone for the city’s longest-operating professional classical ballet company.
Los Angeles Ballet Unveils 20th Anniversary 2025/2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2025

Los Angeles Ballet has revealed its 2025/2026 season, marking a major milestone with the Company’s 20th anniversary. Learn the full season lineup here!
Los Angeles Ballet Announces CINDERELLA And More For 2024/2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2024

Los Angeles Ballet has revealed its 2024/2025 season lineup, featuring classic and contemporary works.
BroadStage to Present the World Premiere of Los Angeles Ballet's MEMORYHOUSE
by Blair Ingenthron - May 28, 2023

BroadStage will present the world premiere of Los Angeles Ballet's Memoryhouse, the first full-length ballet by Melissa Barak as Los Angeles Ballet's new Artistic Director. The ballet will run June 15-17, 2023 at 7:30pm at the Eli and Edythe Broad Stage.
Los Angeles Ballet To Honor Jeff Polak and Alia Tutor at Gala This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - May 6, 2023

Los Angeles Ballet (LAB) will celebrate its Season 17 Gala on Thursday, May 18 at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills. This year's honorees are philanthropists Jeff Polak and Alia Tutor. The honorees are receiving Angel Awards for the extraordinary contributions they have made to LAB and the city of Los Angeles. 
Industry Pro Newsletter: Using the Arts to Fund the Arts? Edinburgh Sees Large Ticket Sale Drop
by Alex Freeman - Aug 29, 2022

As summer comes to a close, many regional theaters are preparing to get their new seasons started - for many, this season still carries with it a lot of risk - some of the shows in their season are still shows they had intended to do at some point during the pandemic, and segments of the audience are still hesitant to return to their seats.
Melissa Barak Named New Artistic Director of Los Angeles Ballet
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 24, 2022

Los Angeles Ballet has announced that Melissa Barak has been appointed as Artistic Director by its Board.  Barak, an accomplished ballet dancer and choreographer, will serve as the first solo artistic director in the Company’s history.
Celebrate The Holidays With Los Angeles Ballet!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2021

Los Angeles Ballet has announced LAB's return to theaters and live, in-person performances.
Los Angeles Ball Announces New Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2021

Los Angeles Ballet Co-Artistic Directors Thordal Christensen and Colleen Neary announce LAB’s return to theaters and live, in-person performances. After the devastating cancellation of Season 15 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Los Angeles Ballet presents a remarkable 16th Season, offering legendary story ballets and contemporary masterworks.
Los Angeles Ballet To Honor 15 Years Of Outstanding Performances On Saturday, May 1
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2021

Los Angeles Ballet celebrates Fifteen Years of Outstanding Performances at its Season 15 Gala.  This special virtual event will take place on Saturday, May 1, 2021.  
Los Angeles Ballet to Host Virtual NUTCRACKER Tea, December 20
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 1, 2020

Los Angeles Ballet (www.losangelesballet.org), the city's own and only professional classical ballet company, announces it will be hosting Clara's Nutcracker Tea Party as their holiday fundraiser.  The special virtual event will take place on Sunday, December 20, 2020. 
BWW Review: LA BALLET 'BALANCHINE'S BLACK AND WHITE' AND 2020 GALA at The Broad Stage
by Amber Adams - Mar 4, 2020

BWW Review: LA BALLET 'BALANCHINE'S BLACK AND WHITE' AND 2020 GALA at The Broad Stage
BWW Review: LA Ballet Presents Brilliant BALANCHINE BLACK & WHITE ~ IN AGON, APOLLO & CONCERTO BAROCCO at The Broad Stage
by Valerie-Jean Miller - Mar 2, 2020

The Theatre was abuzz with excitement. The long anticipated performance by the Los Angeles Ballet Company of George Balanchines' work was upon us. February 26, 2020, a night of glorious dancing! Preceding the performance, the Artistic Director Colleen Neary gave us a brief history of the makings of these pieces to be presented, and some facts and anecdotes to boot, as she is the one who has staged this entire evening and recreated pieces she was a part of during the creation of them. Talk about your inside story! Colleen Neary and Thordal Christensen founded the LAB in 2004, the one and only professional classical ballet company in Los Angeles. Of all ballet companies in existence, this company is a valuable resource for not only preserving classic ballets, but nurturing the creativity of the future work to be evolved.
Los Angeles Ballet's Next Performance Will Be BALANCHINE BLACK & WHITE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2020

Los Angeles Ballet (www.losangelesballet.org), the city's own and only professional classical ballet company, has announced its 2019-2020 Season.
Los Angeles Ballet to Honor Kenny Ortega and More at Annual Gala, Nigel Lythgoe to Host
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2020

Los Angeles Ballet (LAB), the city's own and only professional classical ballet company, will celebrate its Season 14 Gala on Friday, February 28 at the Broad Stage in Santa Monica.

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