Business Details
33 Years
experience
Premier Ballet Festival in Miami, FL
Founded in 1993, our organization has dedicated over three decades to advancing dance excellence and cultural diversity in South Florida. As producers of the largest and most prestigious ballet festival in the United States, we bring together over 100 principal dancers from 20+ international companies annually, creating unparalleled opportunities for artistic exchange. Our programming extends beyond performances to include educational initiatives, masterclasses, and the preservation of Hispanic cultural heritage through the Miami Hispanic Cultural Arts Center.Recognized for our Lifetime Achievement Award in dance, we maintain rigorous artistic standards while making ballet accessible to diverse audiences through community outreach and partnerships with local institutions. Our leadership team combines decades of professional dance experience with a deep commitment to nurturing emerging talent.
Services
Ballet Festival
Summer Intensive
Dance Education
Cultural Programs
Youth Performances
Masterclasses
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of expertise in producing international ballet festivals
- Our programs feature over 100 principal dancers from 20+ global companies annually
- We operate the only Hispanic Cultural Arts Center in South Florida
- Our Lifetime Achievement Award ranks among the top three dance honors worldwide
- Our summer intensive provides training with principal dancers from top companies
Services
Ballet Festival
Our annual festival presents over 100 principal dancers from 20+ international companies. Featuring gala performances, masterclasses, and cultural events, it offers unique opportunities for artistic exchange. The program includes workshops, dance films, and art exhibits that celebrate both classical and contemporary ballet traditions.
Summer Intensive
This three-week program offers technical training in classical Cuban methodology. Students participate in ballet technique, variations, contemporary dance, and stage makeup classes. The program includes performance opportunities and direct interaction with principal dancers from top international companies.
Cultural Programs
We host art exhibits, book presentations, and dance film series that complement our performances. These programs explore the intersection of dance with visual arts, literature, and cultural heritage. Our initiatives focus on preserving Hispanic artistic traditions while promoting cross-cultural dialogue.
People
Eriberto Jimenez
Artistic Director
Internationally recognized dancer and choreographer with extensive teaching experience. Trained at Joffrey Ballet School and Miami Hispanic Ballet. Directs multiple dance companies and educational programs while maintaining an active performance career.
Pedro Pablo Pea
Founder
Visionary Cuban-born dance pioneer who established Miami Hispanic Ballet and its cultural center. Created the International Ballet Festival of Miami in 1995. Recognized for preserving Cuban ballet traditions and developing talent through multiple award-winning organizations.
Questions
When does the International Ballet Festival of Miami take place?
The festival runs annually from the last week of July through mid-August.
What age groups can participate in the summer intensive?
The program accepts dancers aged 12-17 at intermediate to advanced skill levels.
Are there opportunities to see professional performances?
Students receive free tickets to festival performances, and the public can attend gala events.
What dance styles are taught in the summer program?
The curriculum includes classical ballet, contemporary, jazz, pointe, and pas de deux.
How can dancers audition for the summer intensive?
Auditions are available through open calls in multiple cities or via video submission.
