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SOUTHWEST YOUTH BALLET THEATRE INC

AZ · EIN 203770072 · $61K rev · operational · www.southwestyouthballettheatre.org
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Southwest Youth Ballet Theatre (SWYBT) provides pre-professional ballet training for students aged 13–18 who aspire to careers in dance. Based in Chandler, Arizona, the organization offers performance opportunities, instruction from renowned artists, and community outreach programs. Its season includes productions such as The Nutcracker with live orchestral accompaniment and original works created in collaboration with guest choreographers.

activities · 10

what they do

direct service · 10
  • Annual production of "The Nutcracker" ballet Nutcracker Production & Performance
    Stages an annual performance of "The Nutcracker" at the Higley Center for the Performing Arts, featuring dancers from the company and including live orchestral accompaniment.
  • Performs "The Nutcracker" ballet at the Higley Center for the Performing Arts and provides other performance opportunities for dancers, including working with choreographers and performing with a live orchestra.
  • Performs "The Nutcracker" ballet at the Higley Center for the Performing Arts, offering performance opportunities for dancers, including performing with a live orchestra.
  • Choreographer residency and new dance creation Emerging Choreographer Mentorship & Development
    Hosts choreographers each season to set original works on the company, often resulting in world premieres specifically created for the dancers.
  • Educational and Community Outreach Dance Performance Access Programs
    Offers educational outreach and community outreach programs, including field trips to see professional dancers.
  • Educational and Community Outreach Dance Performance Access Programs
    Provides educational outreach and community outreach programs, including field trips to see professional dancers.
  • Educational and community outreach programs Dance Performance Access Programs
    Conducts educational and community outreach initiatives, including field trips to professional dance performances and community engagement opportunities for dancers.
  • Pre-Professional Ballet Training Pre-Professional Ballet Training
    Provides pre-professional training and artistic achievement for ballet students aged 13-18 who aspire to a professional career, including working with choreographers and participating in world premieres.
  • Pre-Professional Ballet Training Pre-Professional Ballet Training
    Offers pre-professional training and artistic achievement programs for ballet students aged 13-18 who aspire to a professional dance career.
  • Pre-professional ballet training program Pre-Professional Ballet Training
    Offers pre-professional training and artistic development for ballet students aged 13–18 who are pursuing careers in dance, including instruction, choreographic workshops, and performance experience.
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named programs · 3

what they call their work

Celebration
End-of-season performance showcasing original works choreographed by guest artists, often featuring world premieres created specifically for SWYBT dancers
Community Outreach Program
Educational and community enrichment initiatives that bring dance to broader audiences and provide service opportunities for dancers
The Nutcracker
Annual holiday production performed at Higley Center for the Performing Arts with live music by Chandler Symphony Orchestra; includes audience engagement such as photo opportunities and holiday shopping
relationships · 4

who they work with

  • Ballet Arizona Partner — Artistic Director Yen-Li Chen and Vice President (her husband) are former principal dancers with Ballet Arizona.
  • Chandler Symphony Orchestra Partner — Provides live music for "The Nutcracker" performances.
  • Fountainhead Tanz Theatre Partner — The president danced with Fountainhead Tanz Theatre for a couple of years.
  • Higley Center for the Performing Arts Partner — Venue for "The Nutcracker" performances.