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).

 

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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 Think Tank and Class Representatives

NBS’ 65th Anniversary Alumni Reunion and other alumni initiatives have been made possible thanks to the ongoing support of our Alumni Think Tank, whose volunteering of time and expertise has been invaluable to the planning and execution of the November event. Thank you.

 

Gail Aiken (’68), Grace Castaneda (‘88), Barbara Desrochers (‘79),

Christopher Hird (’03), Monika Berger Joslin (‘87),

Gloria Luoma (’71), Valerie Madonia (’79), Linda Maybarduk-Alguire (’68),

Tess Saare McLean (’76), Simon McNally (’18), Mike Spendlove (’96),

Deborah Todd-Thompson (’76), Dominique Turcotte (‘77/80)

 

Class Representatives

 

NBS’ Alumni Class Reps serve a vital role, helping to promote reunions and other alumni initiatives, mobilizing former classmates, and supporting virtual and in-person gatherings at Canada’s National Ballet School.

 

We are missing class reps for 1963, 1964, 1965, 1970, 1971, 1976, 1979, 1982, 1983, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1995, 1998, 2000, 2001, 2007, 2008, 2011, 2013, 2014. If you are interested in becoming a Class Rep for your year, please contact us at alumni@nbs-enb.ca

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!

 

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Photo by Celeste Cole

Photo by Celeste Cole

Photo by Celeste Cole

Photo by Celeste Cole

Photo by Celeste Cole

Photo by Annie Boss

Photo by Annie Boss

Photo by Annie Boss

Photo by Celeste Cole

Photo by Annie Boss

Photo by Celeste Cole

Photo by Celeste Cole

NBS Alumni Merchandise Collection – Extended Availability!

NBS Alumni Merchandise Collection – Extended Availability!

Shop the limited edition NBS Alumni Merchandise Collection and display your NBS pride! Tote bag, baseball cap, crew neck sweater, and yoga jacket.

 

Thanks to the incredible support of alumni pre-event and onsite, we’re excited to extend the availability of our NBS Alumni Merch Collection! Show off your NBS pride with our exclusive 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.

 

Browse and purchase from the NBS Alumni Merchandise Collection or contact The Shoe Room at 416-964-5100 if an item you want is out of stock or if you need assistance.

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 2024 Laureates will be formally announced and celebrated in autumn 2024! Visit the link below to learn more about The Ken McCarter Award and meet past award recipients.

NBS Connect: A Virtual Hub

NBS Connect: A Virtual Hub

Interact with hundreds of your peers through NBS’ digital alumni community

 

NBS Connect is a virtual gathering place for alumni of every generation and program; a home-base built for alumni to connect, share, promote, mentor, collaborate, reminisce, engage, ignite, and celebrate.

 

Why join NBS Connect?

  • Reconnect with classmates, and participate in conversations with peers from multiple generations and programs – all with a shared educational background and passion for dance.

  • A free, and user-friendly platform that will help businesses, arts leaders and dancers alike reach new audiences, and connect with potential collaborators, customers and volunteers.

  • Stay up-to-date with current NBS news, alumni activities and stories – and enjoy photo, video and interactive media opportunities to reminisce

 

By joining NBS Connect, you’re cultivating a culture of helping and giving back through staying a part of the ongoing dialogue, sharing your connections, skills, talents and expertise. We can’t wait to see you there! 

 

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

Support the Reunion


Are you or a corporate partner interested in sponsoring the event?


Click here to learn about support opportunities, recognition and benefits, or contact Samantha Robinson at srobinson@nbs-enb.ca

Every contribution counts! Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a difference! 

 

 

 

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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