Western Ballet

Tonight, the curtains opened. After months of dedication, artistry, and preparation, Don Quixote finally takes the stage. A celebration of passion, beauty, and timeless storytelling, this production marks a truly special moment for Western Ballet as we honor our 50th Anniversary.

From the first rehearsal to this evening’s performance, every detail has been shaped with care by our dancers, faculty, artistic team, and the vision of Artistic Director Alexi Zubiria.

Tonight, we share that work with you. Welcome to opening night!

This weekend, Don Quixote takes the stage. A joyful celebration of storytelling, artistry, and Western Ballet’s 50th Anniversary. This is a production you’ll remember for years to come. The countdown is nearly over!

She is a vision of elegance. In the dream scene, the Queen of the Dryads brings ethereal beauty and classical grandeur to the stage. Witness a breathtaking moment of artistry within the world of Don Quixote on May 22nd and 23rd at the Mountain View Center for Performing Arts.

Featuring Juliann Forbes as Queen of the Dryads

We are thrilled to announce that Nikisha Fogo, Principal Dancer with San Francisco Ballet, will take the stage as Kitri in our 50th Anniversary production of Don Quixote!

Nikisha Fogo is a principal dancer with San Francisco Ballet. Born in Stockholm, she trained at the Royal Swedish Ballet School before continuing her studies at The Royal Ballet School in London.

She began her professional career with the Vienna State Ballet, where she quickly rose through the ranks, performing leading roles including the title role in Sylvia by Manuel Legris, before joining San Francisco Ballet as a principal dancer in 2020.
Known for her versatility and expressive artistry, her repertoire spans both classical and contemporary works, including ballets by George Balanchine, William Forsythe, and Annabelle Lopez Ochoa. Her work has been recognized with several international awards and distinctions.
Photo by Peter Zottolo.

Headshot photo by Lindsey Rallo San Francisco ballet

Just over one week to go! The energy in the studio is stronger than ever as our dancers prepare to bring Don Quixote to the stage. Every rehearsal brings us closer to a production full of color, passion, and celebration. Don’t miss it! Tickets are still available through the link below.

https://tickets.mvcpa.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=739

Spring is in full bloom at Western Ballet, and our spring production of Don Quixote will be here before we know it!

With Don Quixote just around the corner, the studio is filled with energy, focus, and anticipation. Each rehearsal brings us closer to opening night as our dancers continue shaping every moment of this vibrant and unforgettable production. We can’t wait to share it with you.