Ballet Embody is Maryland’s premiere contemporary ballet company located in Carroll County. Co-founded in 2019 by Emily Runkle and Melissa Lineburg, Ballet Embody produces original classical and contemporary works.

About Ballet Embody

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Ballet Embody, Carroll County's professional ballet company, is home to their original take on a holiday classic, The Maryland Nutcracker!

Enjoy this holiday tradition, Maryland-style.

That's right, a sprinkle of Wintry Mix and a dash of Old Bay will be featured among many other Maryland landmarks and past times.

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Upcoming

Upcoming Events

The Maryland Nutcracker Audition

August 29 at 12noon

Synergy Space

Westminster, MD

Open Company Class

Resumes September 13

10:00am at Synergy Space

select Sundays

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The Maryland Nutcracker

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Carroll Community College

Westminster, MD

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Be a Part of the Community

Professional dance is built through artists, audiences, educators, volunteers, and supporters. However you choose to engage, we'd love to welcome you into the Ballet Embody community.

ATTEND

Experience Ballet Embody through professional performances, community events, and family-friendly productions throughout the season.

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DANCE

Whether you're an aspiring professional, student dancer, or adult performer, there are opportunities to train, rehearse, and perform with Ballet Embody.

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