How R.O.A.D. Helped Lance Find His Passion for Dance

Lance DeMoss-Black never saw himself as a dancer. Before last year, he had never even considered trying ballet – let alone loving it. But thanks to the Kansas City Ballet School’s Reach Out And Dance (R.O.A.D.) Program, Lance found himself in a Thursday movement class at scho…

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More Than Dance: Elevating the Artistry in Don Quixote

Don Quixote choreographer Anna-Marie Holmes isn’t just coaching bold ballet moves for the March 21 opening at the Kauffman Center – she’s helping the dancers deepen their artistry through acting. Her secret weapon? Her daughter Lian-Marie Holmes Munro. A multi-disciplinar…

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Ramona and Anna-Marie: The Friendship and Vision Behind Kansas City Ballet's Don Quixote

World-renowned choreographer Anna-Marie Holmes vividly remembers the first time she met Ramona Pansegrau, Kansas City Ballet’s Music Director and Conductor – and instantly recognized a kindred spirit. “We were both working at Boston Ballet and Ramona was the company’s…

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