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Carnival of the Animals

Miami Youth Ballet presents 'Carnival of the Animals' at Alper JCC

Choreography by Yanis Pikieris and David Palmer

Original Libretto by Yanis Pikieris and David Palmer

Music by Matthew Pierce

Featuring professional dancers from Dimensions Dance Theatre of Miami

This production brings students into the world of dance, in a manner that appeals to their senses and their generation. It is an original story ballet with a dual mission; entertainment and education. It emphasizes the importance of caring for our planet’s fauna and flora and the fact that we all need to do our part. It leads students into discussion about social issues of conservation and protection of our endangered species. This multi-media story ballet about endangered species and the environment is presented as an educational field trip for Miami-Dade County School children. All students receive an interactive workbook containing age appropriate activities that address both the ballet and its environmental theme. 

December 2, 2023 @ 7:00 pm

December 3, 2023 @ 3:00 pm

Miami Youth Ballet presents 'Carnival of the Animals' at Alper JCC

Choreography by Yanis Pikieris and David Palmer

Music by Matthew Pierce

This production brings students into the world of dance, in a manner that appeals to their senses and their generation. It is an original story ballet with a dual mission; entertainment and education. It emphasizes the importance of caring for our planet’s fauna and flora and the fact that we all need to do our part. It leads students into discussion about social issues of conservation and protection of our endangered species. This multi-media story ballet about endangered species and the environment is presented as an educational field trip for Miami-Dade County School children. All students receive an interactive workbook containing age appropriate activities that address both the ballet and its environmental theme. 

Performance Tickets

Two Performances: May 3, 2024 at 10:00 & 11:30 am

$10.00 per ticket for Students, Teachers, Parents and Volunteers. No refunds.

Performances will be held at Alper JCC, 11155 SW 112th Ave, Miami, FL 33176. Theater features safe loading and unloading of buses and parking. For more information please call us at 305-256-3700.

Once the reservation is made, you will receive an invoice with the total amount. Payment can be completed through PayPal or with a check or money order made payable to Miami Youth Ballet. Do NOT send cash. Upon payment in full, admission bracelets will be mailed to your school. These bracelets should be worn by all attending in your group.

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