Ballet Nacional de Cuba

About

Ballet Nacional de Cuba is classical dance company formed in Havana, Cuba, where it is still based. The company was founded by prima ballerina Alicia Alonso, who still works as the company's artistic director. Under her direction, the Ballet Nacional de Cuba has risen to international prominence for its company and school that turns out world-class professional dancers. The company encourages a foundation of classical Romantic and Classical ballet while stimulating the production of new choreography. The Ballet Nacional de Cuba seeks out and encourages some of the country's greatest talent, encouraging a uniquely Cuban aesthetic and giving voice to its national choreographers.