Southland Ballet

Festival Ballet Theatre is Orange County's premier, accomplished professional ballet company. With reverence for classic masterpieces and a focus on developing future tours de force, Festival Ballet Theater is committed to presenting the best of dance, enriching lives, and developing a new generation of audiences and artists. We offer professional-quality classical productions and highlight the works of world-renowned choreographers, giving audiences a rich, fulfilling experience with each of our nearly two dozen annual performances.

Our Mission

Our mission is to enrich Orange County's artistic and economic vitality, to inspire love and appreciation for dance, and to invigorate ballet by presenting a season of exhilarating classical and contemporary performances, providing a nurturing environment for dancers and choreographers, and offering stimulating educational outreach programs.

Our Services

At Festival Ballet Theatre, we offer a wide range of services to promote the art of dance and to provide opportunities for dancers and audiences alike. Our services include professional-quality classical productions, educational outreach programs, dance classes, and performances that cater to diverse audiences. We also provide a nurturing environment for dancers and choreographers, giving them the opportunity to grow and develop their skills.

Our Artistic Director

Our Artistic Director, Salwa Rizkalla, has been a driving force in the Orange County community for over 30 years, presenting excellence in dance performance through Festival Ballet Theatre and providing top-tier classical ballet training at Southland Ballet Academy. With a strong background in classical ballet, Ms. Rizkalla has worked with world-renowned choreographers and has been recognized for her contributions to the arts.

Our Commitment

At Festival Ballet Theatre, we are committed to presenting the best of dance, enriching lives, and developing a new generation of audiences and artists. We strive to provide a rich, fulfilling experience with each of our performances, and we are dedicated to making dance accessible to diverse audiences.