Join us for The Nutcracker

Step into the enchanted world of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince as they travel through the land of sweets in the timeless classic The Nutcracker presented by Ballet Arts of Jackson in its 42nd season.

Don’t miss this Christmas tradition December 8-10!

Ticket sales are online only.
Questions? Call or text (731) 410-7123.

 


 

What is Ballet Arts?

Ballet Arts is a local non-profit that exists to provide youth with an opportunity to develop character, life skills, and independence through classical ballet. We strive to enrich the cultural life of the community through outstanding performances and outreach programs, including the longest running Nutcracker in the state of Tennessee.

Join us for our 2023-24 Season

The Nutcracker | December 8-10, 2023
Buy Tickets Now – online only

Beauty and the Beast | April 26-28, 2024

MEET THE TEAM AT BALLET ARTS

Caroline Purcell Meinert- Artistic Director of Ballet Arts 

Caroline Purcell Meinert is a Jackson native and a Ballet Arts alumna. From the young age of four years old Caroline began dancing, wanting to be trained in all forms of dance offered at Pat Brown School of Dance. She was trained in ballet, pointe, modern, jazz, tap, hip hop, and musical theatre. She received other training with Joffery Ballet, American Ballet Theater, Orlando Ballet, Kirov Academy of Ballet, and the Radio City Rockettes. Wanting to immerse herself more in the art of dance, she attended the conservatory at the University of Missouri, Kansas City, where she received a bachelor of fine arts degree in dance performance and choreography in 2017.

While at UMKC Caroline was blessed to be a part of many professional opportunities as a dancer, such as her performance with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts in Kansas City. Caroline has performed many lead roles in ​The Nutcracker, Peter Pan, Paquita, Dorothy in the Emerald City, Sweet Lips, Pas de Quatre, ​Deanna Hiett’s ​3 Play 4 Play, ​Madison Cannon’s ​And Then There Were Five, ​Ronald Tice’s ​Mata Hari, ​and many more​.

Caroline has continued her love for dance by performing professionally, choreographing, and teaching. As a teacher Caroline trained dancers and choreographed pieces for the Youth American Grand Prix. There, her contemporary choreography qualified for the finals in NYC.

Caroline is humbled and grateful to be named the Artistic Director of Ballet Arts where she can be a part of their legacy and look forward to strengthening the company for many years to come. 

Sponsor Ballet Arts!

Ballet Arts, Inc. depends greatly upon the generosity of the community not only through attending our performances, but also through sponsorships and donations. Please help fund Ballet Arts’ performances in West Tennessee! Your dollars bring the joy of dance to thousands of adults and children each year including: two productions, performances for local school children, and other community outreach opportunities.

Whether your support is financial, in kind, or by volunteering your time, there are numerous ways to support Ballet Arts, Inc. We would be more than happy to assist you or answer any questions that you may have about a contribution to our company.  

Ballet Arts, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)3 agency and is also listed in IRS publication 78. Your contribution is tax-deductible!  To make a donation, you may give online now or mail a check to: Ballet Arts Inc of Jackson, PO BOX 3751, Jackson TN 38303