Mae in May

Join Riverside Ballet BRAVA for Mae in May, an intimate glimpse behind the curtain of Riverside's ballet company in their rehearsal space. Enjoy excerpts from David Allan's "ETC!" and "On Occasion," as well as Michel Gervais' "Mae."

This performance brings together BRAVA students, alumni, and artists in a curated selection of contemporary ballet excerpts—reflecting both technical excellence and the joy of shared creative expression.

More than a performance, Mae in May is a celebration of the community that makes this work possible.

This year’s Mae in May also offers a glimpse behind the curtain—into the dedication, discipline, and collaboration that shape each BRAVA performance.

From daily training and mentorship to rehearsal process and artistic development, this moment reflects the deeper work that happens beyond the stage. It is a celebration not only of what audiences see, but of the commitment, care, and community that bring each production to life.

Riverside Ballet BRAVA is committed to expanding access to high-quality dance education, fostering youth development, and creating inclusive opportunities for artistic expression throughout the Inland Empire.

Our programs support dancers of all ages and backgrounds, building not only technical skill, but confidence, discipline, and community connection.

Mae in May reflects more than artistic performance—it reflects the community that sustains it.

Your attendance helps:

• Support youth dance education programs
• Expand access to arts experiences in the Inland Empire
• Strengthen community-based cultural programming
• Sustain opportunities for emerging and developing artists

We warmly welcome:

• Community and civic leaders
• BRAVA alumni and families
• Arts advocates and supporters
• Donors and partners invested in local cultural growth
• Anyone who believes in the value of arts education

• A family-friendly, intimate performance experience
• Classical and contemporary ballet excerpts
• Performances by BRAVA students and dancers
• A celebration of artistry, growth, and community

We invite you not only to attend Mae in May, but to stand with us in celebrating—and sustaining—the future of dance in our community.

Reserve your seat and step behind the curtain with us.

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Host or Publisher Riverside Ballet BRAVA