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Alumni | Canada's National Ballet School

Alumni

Alumni

Welcome NBS Alumni!


A Global Community of Artists and Leaders


 

At NBS, we proudly celebrate YOU: our Alumni who, since 1959, have made significant strides as celebrated ballet dancers, beloved dance teachers, world-renowned choreographers, trailblazing artistic directors, leaders in the arts, social change-makers, doctors, academics, psychologists, filmmakers, lawyers, and so much more.

 

We invite you to stay engaged by joining our online community NBS Connect, subscribing to our monthly newsletter, attending events, participating in award nominations and other networking opportunities. Please be sure to share your memories, stories and career highlights with us along the way! Your skills, talents and experiences are valuable tools that can help support each other, our staff and our student community, especially as they head off into the professional world or stand at the threshold of career transitions.

 

NBS Alumni includes students who have shared at least one year of their lives with NBS in the Professional Ballet-Academic Program (PBP) or the Company Life Program (CLP) (formerly the Post-Secondary Program), and graduates of the Teacher Training Program (TTP).

 

Click here to login or register to join NBS Connect

The Ken McCarter Award

The Ken McCarter Award

Annual Alumni Distinction


Named in honour of Ken McCarter, an NBS Board Director for eight years, the Ken McCarter Award for Distinguished NBS Alumni acknowledges contributions made by NBS alumni across all sectors and disciplines around the globe.

 

The nomination period for the 2025 award is now closed. Our Selections Committee is currently reviewing all submissions, and laureates will be formally announced and celebrated in fall 2025.

 

Visit the link below to learn more about The Ken McCarter Award and meet past award recipients.

Learn more
NBS Alumni Merchandise Collection

NBS Alumni Merchandise Collection

Limited Sizes Still in Stock

 

Shop the limited edition NBS Alumni Merchandise Collection before it's all gone and display your NBS pride! Choose from a tote bag, baseball cap, crew neck sweater, and yoga jacket.

Each purchase includes a $5 donation to Canada’s National Ballet School, supporting alumni initiatives and highest priority needs at NBS.

 

Visit The Shoe Room boutique (406 Jarvis Street, Toronto), or purchase your swag online.

NBS Connect: A Virtual Hub for Alumni

NBS Connect: A Virtual Hub for Alumni

Join. Reconnect. Inspire. Give Back.


 

NBS Connect isn't just a platform—it's your alumni community. A space designed for every generation and program, where alumni can come together to reminisce, collaborate, mentor, share, and celebrate. Whether you're reconnecting with old friends or forging new bonds, this is where NBS alumni stories, ideas, and opportunities come to life. 

 

Why NBS Connect?

  • Reconnect & Reminisce. Find classmates, share photos and memories, and exchange stories from your time at NBS.

  • Engage & Inspire. Start discussions, post idea, and spark conversations about how we can come together as a community—both online and in person.

  • Support & Give Back. Offer mentorship, share career advice, or lend a helping hand to fellow alumni navigating the arts, business, and beyond.

  • Collaborate & Create. Whether you're an artist, entrepreneur, or leader, connect with potential collaborators, customers, and supporters within the NBS network.

  • Stay in the Loop. Be the first to know about alumni events, NBS updates, and exclusive opportunities to participate in activities that keep the spirit of NBS alive. 

 

This is more than just a network—it's a way to keep the NBS legacy thriving. Join today, jump into the conversation, and help shape the future of our alumni community!

 

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Join the NBS Alumni Perks Program

Join the NBS Alumni Perks Program

Share & Unlock Exclusive Benefits!

 

We're building an Alumni Perks Program, designed by alumni for alumni, to offer exclusive benefits, discounts, and opportunities to connect locally and internationally. How can you get involved?

 

  • Share your partnership ideas.
  • Offer a discount or service.
  • Request a call-back to learn more about becoming a Perks Partner.

 

Your contributions could include alumni-geared contest offerings, event access, discounts, professional development, services, or otherwise. Let's build something together!

Learn More & Get Involved
Enjoy these highlights from NBS' 65th Alumni Reunion

Enjoy these highlights from NBS' 65th Alumni Reunion

Celebrating 65 years of NBS and our inspiring global alumni community.


Click the image (left) to watch.

NBS’ 65th Anniversary Alumni Reunion

Nearly 300 alumni and former staff joined us for an unforgettable 65th Anniversary Reunion at Canada’s National Ballet School, November 8-9, 2024! The weekend was alive with laughter, shared memories, and a vision for NBS' future. Together, we celebrated achievements, reflected on our collective journey, and explored what lies ahead for the School.

 

If you couldn’t make it, don’t worry—photos and livestream recordings will be available before year-end, so stay tuned! Know any alumni who missed the invite? Encourage them to reconnect by updating their contact details at alumni@nbs-enb.ca.

 

Let’s keep the connection strong! Whether you have stories to share, would like to volunteer, or want to visit, we’d love to stay connected beyond this inspiring weekend. Please keep in touch.

Alumni Reunion 2024: Moments to Remember

A complete photo album of NBS’ 65th Anniversary Alumni Reunion will be posted on NBS Connect in December! In the meantime, feel free to share your own photos by creating a photo album or posting to the NBS Connect feed. Be sure to tag your peers to get the conversation going!

 

NBS Connect: Register or login now.

 

Alumni check out the Polaroid wall at the 65th reunion

Photo by Celeste Cole

John Alleyne Keynote Speech

Photo by Celeste Cole

Alumni ballet class taught by Rebekah Rimsay

Photo by Celeste Cole

Two alumni from the original NBS graduating class of 1960

Photo by Celeste Cole

Veronica Tennant and Karen Kain receive the 2024 Ken McCarter awards.

Photo by Celeste Cole

65th Anniversary Welcome Door

Photo by Annie Boss

Enjoying the photobooth

Photo by Annie Boss

Generations of Teachers Training Program Graduates

Photo by Annie Boss

Teachers Training Program Barn Dance

Photo by Celeste Cole

Teachers Training Program alumni reunite

Photo by Annie Boss

Alumni Luncheon in Currie Hall

Photo by Celeste Cole

An Alumnus hugs Laurel Toto at the closing reception.

Photo by Celeste Cole

Reunion Supporters


With heartfelt gratitude to our generous partners and donors for making this alumni event unforgettable. Your support brings our community closer together.


 

 

 

Official Canadian Airline Partner

Official Hotel Partner

Official Rentals Partner

Platinum Jubilee Supporters

Michelle Proulx & Gilbert Grondin

Golden Jubilee Supporters

Tess Saare McLean | Annette Spiranac

Silver Jubilee Supporters

Gillian C. Bartlett | Trevor McLain

Generous Supporters

Maritel Centurion | Siobhan Donnelly | Kathleen Hamm | Sally-Anne Hickin | Noriko Malaby | Carolyn McCready | Keith Morino | Esther Murillo | David Nixon & Yoko Ichino | Simone O'Mathuna | PhotoboothTO | William D. Poole | Ashleigh Powell | Mary Ross | Patricia Savage | Amalia Jane Schelhorn | Tomas Schramek | Denise Simpson | Timothy Spain | Mike & Angel Spendlove | Jennifer Takahashi | Deborah Todd Thompson | Margaret Tracey & Russell Kaiser | Diane Trew | Claire Wootten | Maggie L. Wygant

Let's get
In Touch

Complete the form to sign up for monthly Alumni communications. To register for NBS Connect: NBS’ digital alumni community, visit www.connect.nbs-enb.ca