Saint Joseph Ballet- Imagination Celebration

I had the pleasure to photograph Saint Joseph Ballet's Imagination Celebration reception and performance. Founded in 1983, Saint Joseph Ballet is a nonprofit organization that provides dance, academic and family programs to low-income youth in Orange County, California. Saint Joseph Ballet students graduate from high school and attend college at a significantly higher rate than their peers. Youth who participate with Saint Joseph Ballet gain the tools they need to create brighter futures for themselves and their families.

I feel so blessed to be able to work with such an amazing organization that is truly giving back to the community. By the way... the kids are incredible! They are so full of energy and light, and they are sooo fun to watch!

On this night, the alumni, current Saint Joseph dancers, and Backhausdance performed. Let me just say that they were all wonderful. Backhausdance absolutely blew me away, though. As a former dancer for over 20 years, I not only appreciated their performance but was in awe of them. I recommend checking them out.

A few kids enjoying the reception and getting ready to watch the show.

Jennifer Backhaus chatting before the show.

A full house.
Checking out the upcoming concert, "By Leaps and Bounds," to be performed at the Irvine Barclay Theater.

Saint Joseph Ballet Artistic Director, Melanie Ríos Glaser

Saint Joseph Ballet dancers

Backhausdance following their amazing performance.