Ballet 5:8

under the creative direction of artistic director julianna slager, ballet 5:8 is a company dedicated to artistic ingenuity, innovation and excellence, and to celebrating the exchange of ideas in the creative realm. the result? breathtaking performances that expand the possibilities within the art form and engage audiences in meaningful discussion . ballet 5:8 was founded by julianna rubio slager and amy kozol sanderson in 2012. starting out with just three company artists, two apprentices and a trainee, the company spent its first season performing wherever there was an opportunity, in venues ranging from links hall in chicago to schools all over the city and suburbs. today, ballet 5:8 has a growing roster of professional dancers and an expanding repertoire of original, innovative works choreographed by ballet 5:8 artistic director julianna slager and other contemporary creatives. the company shares the beauty, power and inspiration of professional dance with over 3,000 audience member