The Front Porch Entertainment Series Performances by Ballet Memphis & New Ballet Ensemble sponsored by Babcock Gifts featuring Maxx Reed

The Front Porch Entertainment Series Performances by Ballet Memphis & New Ballet Ensemble sponsored by Babcock Gifts featuring Maxx Reed

Thursday, May 14, 2026

5:00 pm - Mix and Mingle & enjoy beverages from Second Helpings Cafe 

5:30 pm - Presentation Begins 

Youth Ballet Memphis (YBM) is the pre-professional performing ensemble of Ballet Memphis School, offering dedicated upper-level students the opportunity to bring their training to life onstage. While strong technique is built in the studio, YBM gives dancers the chance to develop artistry, musicality, and confidence through meaningful performance experiences. In addition to appearing in Ballet Memphis’ annual production of The Nutcracker, YBM members perform in both fall and spring productions, as well as at events throughout the Memphis community.

YBM dancers commit several hours each week to rehearsals alongside their regular classes, working closely with Artistic Staff and school faculty. Through this process, they refine their technique, strengthen unison work, and grow as expressive artists, all while experiencing the collaborative, theatrical elements of performance.

At The Front Porch, YBM will present excerpts from The Sleeping Beauty, highlighting the elegance and rich classical tradition of this beloved ballet.