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Next Production: THE NUTCRACKER ✨ Touring around the Okanagan December 2025. Tickets on sale NOW!
Thank you, Penticton, for an incredible second sto Thank you, Penticton, for an incredible second stop on our Nutcracker tour! 💖 
Your audience was absolutely wonderful, and we’re so grateful for the energy and support you shared with us. Next stop: Kelowna! 
We’re at the @rotarycentreforthearts this week for our final 6 performances 🎄🩰 
🎟️ Limited tickets remain! Get yours before it’s too late! 📸: Laura Mireau #tourismpenticton #tourismkelowna #ballet #pointe #thenutcracker #nutcracker #localartists #supportlocal #christmas
✨ NEW Community Outreach Performance Added! ✨ As ✨ NEW Community Outreach Performance Added! ✨ As a heartfelt thank-you to our community, we are opening up this performance to the public and offering discounted tickets in hopes of making the arts accessible to all and creating an opportunity for everyone to experience the magic of The Nutcracker! ADDED PERFORMANCE DETAILS: Friday, Dec 19 11:45am Rotary Centre for the Arts 
Seats are limited! Get yours now. Click the link in our bio or visit rotarycentreforthearts.com! #thenutcracker #discount #community #outreach #supportlocal #supportartists #ballet #pointe #kelowna #rotarycentreforthearts
✨ Vernon, thank you for an incredible weekend of N ✨ Vernon, thank you for an incredible weekend of Nutcracker magic! Our tour continues this week as we head to Penticton for performances at the Cleland Community Theatre THIS Thursday December 11th & Friday December 12th! 🎟️ tickets still available, get yours before it’s too late! These performances will feature local Penticton teen Aleksander Filipovic, shining as our Nutcracker Prince. We can’t wait for his hometown to see him take the stage! 💫🎄 📸: @rmcphotoworks #penticton #nutcracker #ballet #localartists #thenutcracker #clelandcommunitytheatre #pointe #christmas #tourismpenticton #okanagan
CASTING ANNOUNCEMENT ✨ We are thrilled to introdu CASTING ANNOUNCEMENT ✨ We are thrilled to introduce these incredible dancers of @missiondancecentre and @okanaganballettheatre, plus Guest Artist from @balance_sing_dance_act 🩰 Don’t miss your chance to experience their exquisite technique, artistry, and passion on stage this December! 🎟️ Get your tickets NOW (link in bio)! #nutcracker #casting #castingannouncement #nutcrackercasting #ballet #pointe #okanagan #kelowna #vernon #penticton
Have you got your tickets yet? ✨🩰 Experience the Have you got your tickets yet? ✨🩰 Experience the magic of Mission Dance Company’s “The Nutcracker” this December! Our dancers are bringing this timeless holiday classic to life in Vernon (Dec 6), Penticton (Dec 11-12), and Kelowna (Dec 18-20)❄️ Tickets are selling fast! Get yours before it’s too late! Ticket link in bio. #thenutcracker #okanagan #ballet #kelowna #pointe #christmas #okanaganevents
We are pleased to announce that tickets are now li We are pleased to announce that tickets are now live for both our Vernon and Kelowna Nutcracker tours!! Get your tickets now✨🎄❄️ Vernon (@vernonperformingarts) - Sat Dec 6 Kelowna (@rotarycentreforthearts) - Thurs Dec 18 to Sat Dec 20 Penticton - coming soon! Click the link in our bio or visit our website for tickets. #thenutcracker #nutcracker #ballet #okanagan #kelowna #vernon #pointe #performingarts #localartists 📸: @rmcphotoworks
Join us for our magical holiday tradition of The N Join us for our magical holiday tradition of The Nutcracker ✨ Featuring the accomplished and passionate dancers of Mission Dance Company, the Okanagan Ballet Theatre and special guest artists! Tickets are now officially ON SALE for our Nutcracker shows in KELOWNA December 18-20 at the @rotarycentreforthearts! Tickets for our Vernon & Penticton tours will be live soon! Stay tuned! Let the holiday season begin… ❄️🩰 #thenutcracker #ballet #pointe #kelowna #performingarts #okanagan #nutcracker #christmas 📸: @rmcphotoworks
✨ AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT ✨ 
We are thrilled to invi ✨ AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT ✨ 
We are thrilled to invite all dancers and actors to audition for our annual production of The Nutcracker! 
Audition Details: 📅 Saturday, October 4, 2025
📍 Mission Dance Centre (3261 Gordon Drive, Kelowna BC)
 Audition Schedule:
9:30 to 11:00am – Beginner Youth (8-13 yrs)
11:15am to 12:45pm – Intermediate Ballet & Pointe (ages 10+)
1:00 to 2:30pm – Advanced Ballet & Pointe (ages 14+)
2:45 to 4:00pm – Callbacks (Intermediate/Advanced)
4:15 to 5:15pm – Teens 14+ & Adults (all levels, dancers & actors)
 🎄Be part of this magical holiday tradition touring to Vernon, Penticton & Kelowna this December 2025!
 Register for the audition today by emailing: admin@missiondancecentre.com #nutcracker2025 #missiondancecompany #nutcrackerauditions #ballet #pointe #audition #thenutcracker #okanagan #kelownaarts
Last minute spots are available in our Youth Compa Last minute spots are available in our Youth Company and Beginner Pointe Summer Intensives this week!! TEXT US at 250-764-2222 to register your dancer. The Youth Company is a pre-professional program for dancers ages 8-12 who are looking for high level ballet training and performing opportunities! This Summer Intensive may be used as an audition into the annual program. Our Beginner Pointe* session is for those dancers brand new to pointe work. Dancers will receive a solid foundation, guided by our Artistic Director, Tanya Vadurova. They will learn correct technique and strength-building exercises for safe and graceful pointe work. (*Dancers must be approved or assessed to join Beginner Pointe). Summer Intensive Schedule August 11 to 15: Youth Company (ages 8 to 12): 2:30-4:30pm Beginner Pointe (ages 10 & up): 5:00-6:00pm 📸: @rmcphotoworks
Dancers travel far and wide to train with our Arti Dancers travel far and wide to train with our Artistic Director, Tanya Vadurova. Ms Tanya has been busy this Summer working privately with students from Vernon, Summerland, Penticton, Florida and even Prague! ⠀ With international experience as a dancer, teacher and choreographer (and elite training from Canada’s National Ballet School) Ms Tanya brings a rare depth of knowledge and expertise in safe classical ballet technique to every student she teaches. ⠀ 📸 Pictured: Nika, a visiting student from Prague (First International Ballet School) working closely with Ms Tanya in a private lesson.
Introducing The Vadurova Dance Academy Method Assi Introducing The Vadurova Dance Academy Method Assistant and Teacher Training Courses! Our next course session starts TOMORROW Monday July 21st! Spots still available. Become trained and certified in the VDA method of any level of MDC Ballet as an assistant or teacher for pre-school levels all the way to professional. Email us to inquire about how to register and more details on cost, expectations, etc. The Vadurova Dance Academy (VDA) Assistant and Teacher Training Courses are rooted in a deep knowledge of anatomically safe and professional ballet technique and designed to methodically progress through each level (recreational to pre-professional). The course also includes: - awareness of how to use teaching language - how to carefully select positive wording - being able to work with all body types - preparing your lessons - building up and breaking down a new step - knowing how to select and use your music - provide unique, safe, and effective hands-on correction techniques. COURSE DATES Assistant course: July 21 to 24 Teacher courses: July 21 to 24 (MDC Pre-Novice levels) July 28 to 31 (MDC Novice levels) July 28 to August 1 (MDC Apprentice levels) 📸: @rmcphotoworks
✨Summer at the studio is just around the corner! J ✨Summer at the studio is just around the corner! Join us this August for our Youth Summer Dance Camps! AUGUST 5 TO 8 Kids Summer Dance Camps (ages 3+) A perfect mix of fun, movement, and creativity for young dancers! AUGUST 11 TO 15 Youth Company (ages 8 to 12) and Intro to Pointe (ages 10+) Summer Intensives Designed for dedicated dancers ready to level up their technique and artistry! Email us today for more information and how to register: admin@missiondancecentre.com 📸: @rmcphotoworks #MissionDanceCentre #SummerDanceCamp #YouthBallet #KelownaDance #IntroToPointe #BalletIntensive #DanceCamp #Summer #Dance #Camp
Introducing our next Adult Ballet Summer Session 🩰 Introducing our next Adult Ballet Summer Session 🩰 Join us from 7-8:30pm on July 23, July 30 & August 7 for three special summer sessions designed especially for adult dancers! In addition to a full ballet class, each session offers focused instruction on: ✨ Safe practices for strong posture and graceful, fluid movement ✨ Stretch & strength for a ballet dancer ✨ Correct professional, fundamental ballet technique Whether you’re returning to ballet after many years or starting fresh, this is your chance to deepen your artistry in a supportive, expert-led environment. 💫 We also prepare adult dancers for future stage performance opportunities- if that’s you, let us know! Limited spots available! Email us at admin@missiondancecentre.com secure your place today.
Our 2025 Summer & Fall Programs are OPEN for regis Our 2025 Summer & Fall Programs are OPEN for registration! 
From beginner to professional, we have something for every dancer: 💃 Recreational Dance Camps - August 5 to 8
🩰 Pre-Professional Summer Intensives - August 18 to 29
🎓 Post Graduate & OBT Trainee Program - Starting August 11
🎄 Nutcracker Auditions + Adult Sessions coming this Fall! TEXT US at 250-764-2222 if you would like to join our Summer Intensives starting Monday August 18th!! Email us to register for our fall programs and for more information: admin@missiondancecentre.com Fall Term starts September 15! Don’t miss your chance to dance with us! 📸: @rmcphotoworks
Join us for an evening of incredible performances Join us for an evening of incredible performances by the talented dancers of Mission Dance Centre! 💖 This evening will showcase all MDC dancers (from ages 5 to 18), starring our high level MDC Senior Company dancers; Jennifer Hunter, Katelyn Bruce, Jiseon Lee, Marianne Gouws. Event details: Tuesday June 3rd - 6:30pm Okanagan College Theatre (located in the S building, 1000 KLO rd) Get your tickets now by scanning the QR code or click the link in our bio! General admission seating. #Missiondancecentre #yearendshow #Ballet #pointe #flamenco #neoclassical #broadway #modern #jazz #Giselle #dancers
Join us for this year’s Spring break dance intensi Join us for this year’s Spring break dance intensive! Email admin@missiondancecentre.com to register✨
Hello adult dancers! We are excited to share that Hello adult dancers! We are excited to share that starting next week, the Kelowna company, Okanagan Ballet Theatre, is starting a 6-week Adult session on Thursdays from February 6th to March 13th! Classes will be located at Mission Dance Centre. Classes offered are as follows: THURSDAYS FEBRUARY 6 TO MARCH 13: 11:15-12:15pm Open/Advanced Ballet BARRE ONLY (Class with Post Graduate and Professional dancers) 11:15-12:45pm Open/Advanced Ballet (Class with Post Graduate and Professional dancers) 1:00-2:00pm Open/Advanced Modern (Class with Post Graduate and Professional dancers) 2:00-3:00pm Open/Advanced Flamenco (Class with Post Graduate and Professionals) 8:00-9:00pm Adult Ballet (Beginner/Intermediate) Limited spots are still available Email admin@missiondancecentre.com to register!
Thank you to all who came out to support our tour Thank you to all who came out to support our tour of The Nutcracker. We performed in Vernon, Penticton and Kelowna and had multiple sold out shows✨ Photos by @hailey.pri
Welcome back dancers! Winter/Spring term starts to Welcome back dancers! Winter/Spring term starts today✨
Some beautiful shots by Laura Mireau from opening Some beautiful shots by Laura Mireau from opening night in Vernon. Thank you to all who came! Get your tickets for the upcoming shows in Penticton and Kelowna before they sell out. Ticket links in bio✨
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Our entrance is by the brick wall beside the Kelowna Christian Elementary School.

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