The Company
The Florida Ballet is Jacksonville’s first and only professional dance company. Founded by Laurie Picinich-Byrd and Michael Byrd, the company made its debut![wp10_wp7efaa66f_0f[1]](http://floridaballet.cassadaenterprises.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/wp10_wp7efaa66f_0f1.jpg "wp10_wp7efaa66f_0f[1]")
in 1979. Since then, the company has continued to present unique and innovative pieces from its repertory as well as new pieces created by established and emerging choreographers.
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The Florida Ballet’s home theatre, The Florida Theatre, provides an intimate venue to experience the company’s performances. Each performance showcases the company’s ability to effortlessly meld classical favorites with cutting edge, contemporary creations. The Florida Ballet truly allows it audience to Watch the Body Talk.
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