Message from George Brown Dance Associate Director, Derek Sangster
“Our community remains strong and I am reminded of this daily.” As we approach the Intersession of this term, I would like to begin by thanking everyone for their tremendous […]
GBD Alumni Dive Into Virtual Creation
Each year, George Brown Dance invites alumni to return as choreographers to create works on current students. Interested choreographers submit a proposal for a project and if selected, move into […]
A Return to the Studios and Dancing Toward Graduation
“There are so many amazing things about the program. At GBD they teach us not only how to be a dancer of a specific style, but to be complete artists.” […]
Spotlight on GBD Faculty Member Alyssa Martin
Alyssa Martin is a Canadian choreographer and director. She founded Rock Bottom Movement in 2012 as a creative home and has since created over twenty new works. She’s earned the […]
Continuing a Holiday Tradition with the Virtual Nutcracker Youth Participant Program
“I love performing with Ballet Jörgen. It doesn’t feel like Christmas without the Nutcracker. I was so excited to be part of the Ballet Jörgen cast again!” – Virtual Nutcracker Local Participant The […]
Motivation, Discipline and a Deep Passion for the Art: Mentorship Dancer Chole Bruce’s Journey from Injury to Sharing Dance with the World
“I have always wanted to be a Company Member with CBJ and the Mentorship Program would give me a taste of what that would be like.” Born and raised in […]
Message from GBD Associate Director: Derek Sangster
“It is both fulfilling and rewarding to witness each student approach the rigorous daily schedule with commitment and desire to learn.” The 2019/2020 school year ushered in a wonderful group […]
Alumna Spotlight: Selina Ficociello Finds the Freedom to Dance Her Art
“I didn’t even realize I wanted to pursue dance professionally until my first year at George Brown.” Selina Ficociello is showcasing her diversity as a dancer since earning her diploma […]
George Brown Dance Announces IN HÄUS 2019
“IN HÄUS has become an annual event that fills with both current and aspiring dancers, as well as alumni…It reinforces our dedication to strong community and commitment to our student […]
Meet an Apprentice: Leon Peace
“I’ve worked my whole life for this, and I’m extremely grateful to be here.” Leon Peace has joined CBJ as an Apprentice Dancer after several years of training at the […]