Peninsula Youth Ballet Presents 16th Annual BRAVO
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San Mateo, CA, May 27, 2012 --( Director Ayako Takahashi will present 44 of her students to perform timeless ballet masterpieces, including excerpts from "La Fille Mal Gardee," “Don Quixote,” and “The Awakening of Flora.” Showcasing the "stars of today" and the "stars of tomorrow," the gala combines the forces of aspiring young dancers, with internationally recognized professionals, including Maykel Solas, Akira Takahashi and Amy Briones from Ballet San Jose.Two graduating seniors, Mariko Ishikawa and Heather Ngai will showcase what they have learned and mastered under Ayakos tutelage as they perform a pas de deux with guest professional artists.Under Ayako Takahashi’s direction, PYB has provided dancers the opportunity to improve their dance skills through professional level preparation and presentation of classical and contemporary works.Media contact: Frances Larose, flarose@prmagic.com or call 650.548.6700 San Mateo, CA, May 27, 2012 --( PR.com )-- Once again, the Peninsula Youth Ballet (PYB) Company’s artistic director, Ayako Takahashi, uses her skills to combine the amazing talents of professional and promising young dancers as they present stunning performances at the 16th annual BRAVO, June 23rd at 2:00 pm.Director Ayako Takahashi will present 44 of her students to perform timeless ballet masterpieces, including excerpts from "La Fille Mal Gardee," “Don Quixote,” and “The Awakening of Flora.” Showcasing the "stars of today" and the "stars of tomorrow," the gala combines the forces of aspiring young dancers, with internationally recognized professionals, including Maykel Solas, Akira Takahashi and Amy Briones from Ballet San Jose.Two graduating seniors, Mariko Ishikawa and Heather Ngai will showcase what they have learned and mastered under Ayakos tutelage as they perform a pas de deux with guest professional artists.Who: Peninsula Youth BalletWhat: 16th Annual BRAVOWhen: Saturday, June 23 at 2:00 matinee (one time only)Where: Bayside Performing Arts Center (2025 Kehoe Ave., San Mateo, CA 94403)Tickets: Call 650-286-0241 or email: susan@ayakoschool.comAdults: $25 / Children (12 & under) & Seniors (62 & up): $20 / Students: $18About PYB: The Peninsula Youth Ballet was founded in 1979.