Canyon Concert Ballet executive director, Jenna Riedi, is leaving the organization.  She officially left her full-time role on Sunday, October 3, but is staying on in an advisory role to guide Canyon Concert Ballet through the 2021 Nutcracker, happening December 3 – 5, 2021 at The Lincoln Center. 

Riedi says “I will miss CCB, and the family it has become for me.  But I know the next executive director will love this role as much as I did, and I look forward to watching and supporting them in taking CCB to new heights!  This organization and the people who work and dance here will forever have a place in my heart.” 

Canyon Concert Ballet is now entering into the hiring process for a new executive director. 

In keeping with the mission of Canyon Concert Ballet (CCB), the Executive Director provides leadership for the administrative functions and goals of the organization. This is a salaried position and reports to the CCB Board of Directors (BOD).  The position is full-time, exempt, averaging 40 hours/week for an annual salary of $50,000 – $55,000, and is expected to work nights and weekends as needed for organization events.

View the full job description here:  https://ccballet.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Executive-Director-Job-Description.pdf

How to Apply:  Please submit cover letter, CV, and 3 references to Jenna Riedi at executivedirector<at>ccballet.org.  Position is open until filled, please no phone calls.

As a particularly American embraced tradition, CCB’s treasured production of The Nutcracker includes 125 dancers, 250 beautiful costumes, special effects, fantastic lighting, and sets and features our own Fort Collins’ gem, the Fort Collins Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Maestro Wes Kenney. It has dazzled old and new audiences in Fort Collins for 39 years. Start your holiday off with a special treat that is sure to please audiences of all ages with mystery, battles, and beautiful ballerinas in sparkling tutus!

In-person shows are:

• Friday, December 3 at 7pm
• Saturday, December 4 at 2pm and at 7p
• Sunday, December 5 at 11am and at 4pm

Virtual livestream shows are:

• Friday, December 3 at 7pm
• Saturday, December 4 at 2pm 

Tickets on sale here: Lctix.com/ccb-nutcracker-2021

About The Nutcracker

“The Nutcracker” follows a young girl, Clara, through her adventures on Christmas Eve during a party visited by her mysterious Uncle Drosselmeyer. Life size dolls and toy soldiers create an evening that grows even more fantastical as she falls asleep and witnesses toy soldiers battling mice and rats. A journey through the Land of Snow leads her to a world led by the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier, and filled with dancing candies and sweets performing for her and her soldier prince. 

COVID-19 Protocols for in person shows: All attendees must wear a mask while seated in the audience. Audience members age 3 or older must also provide proof of either full COVID-19 vaccination or a negative PCR test result within 72 hours of entry to attend the event.

Canyon Concert Ballet, Fort Collins’ premier ballet company is seeking male and female ballet dancers for their 2021/2022 season.

Audition Dates: 

• Company:  Advanced dancers ages 17+
  • Saturday, August 21st:
    • 10:00am-11:30am:  Technique Class
    • 11:45am-12:45pm:  Pointe Class/Choreography
  • Must have 4 years of pointe experience.
  • Please be prepared for a ballet class, pointe work and a contemporary ballet section of choreography
• Character Artists:  Community Members ages 18+
  • Saturday, August 21st:   1:00pm-2:00pm
  • For roles in The Nutcracker like Grandma, Rat King, Party Parents, Mother Ginger, Drosselmeyer, etc

Location:

CCB’s main studios at 1031 Conifer Street, Fort Collins, CO 80524.

Live Audition Requirements for New Dancers:

• Headshot/ 1st Arabesque photo
• Dance Résumé

Video Audition Submission:

We accept video auditions from July 1-August 1.  All submissions and questions should be sent to Erica Mugoye at assistant<at>ccballet.org.  Please submit video via a clear file, Vimeo, Youtube or other URL link.

• Headshot/ 1st Arabesque photo
• Dance Résumé
• 15 Minute video link of barre, center work for ALL;  solo(s) – pointe for females, other dance if a clear video is available 
• Submissions may be submitted between July 1 – August 1, 2020

Company

Canyon Concert Ballet’s main company and CCB2 (a training company for dancers ages 16-18), currently includes 16 dancers under the direction of Erica Rothfuss.  Company and CCB2 dancers perform a mixed repertoire that ranges from original full-length ballets such as The Nutcracker, Cinderella, and The Little Mermaid, to cutting-edge contemporary ballets in 3 full-length productions annually.   As a growing company, CCB is a diverse group of dancers who have an extensive background in classical ballet, who are generally 18 years or older and have completed approximately 10 years of training.  Our dancers include college students, dancers who have moved on to other full-time careers and family or dancers who are working toward a professional career in dance.  All see the benefit of the rigorous training opportunities available to them through the School and the extensive performing opportunities available to them through the Company.  All dancers show personal and artistic maturity and are able to perform in a wide-range of styles.  

Company Member Benefits:

• $100 per month for unlimited classes.  This is waived for CCB faculty and college students!
• 2 pairs of pointe shoes annually / Men: shoes & tights each performance
• 2 comps per show
• Video link fees only $15
• Free rental space for approved projects 
• Choreography and teaching opportunities