The Nightingale

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A spring ballet presented by Tye Chua Dance

A beautiful spring ballet featuring the talent,
dedication, and artistry of Tye Chua Dancers

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Performance Dates

Saturday, May 16
2:00 pm

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Saturday, May 16
5:00 pm

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Sunday, May 17
2:00 pm

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ABOUT THE PERFORMANCE

The Nightingale is a story of beauty, longing, wonder, and the power of something real.

Through ballet and expressive choreography, Tye Chua Dance students bring this enchanting tale to the stage in a production designed for audiences of all ages. From our youngest performers to our advanced dancers and our adult company, each student contributes to a performance that reflects the heart of Tye Chua Dance: disciplined training, thoughtful artistry, and the joy of sharing dance with an audience.

Whether this is your first Tye Chua Dance performance or part of your family’s yearly tradition, we would love to welcome you.

WHY ATTEND?

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SUPPORT LOCAL DANCE
Your attendance helps nurture the next generation of dancers and sustain the arts in our community.

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FAMILY-FRIENDLY PERFORMANCE
A beautiful, inspiring experience perfect for audiences of all ages.

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CELEBRATE STUDENT ARTISTRY
Witness the hard work, passion, and growth of Tye Chua Dancers.

VENUE INFORMATION

Judy K. Jolliffe Theatre
Epic Center, Downtown Kalamazoo
359 S Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • Advance purchase is recommended. Seating may be limited, and some performances may sell more quickly than others.

  • Tickets are general admission. Seating is first come, first served, so we recommend arriving early.

  • Tickets may be available at the door if the performance has not sold out. To guarantee your seat, please purchase tickets online in advance.

  • Yes. The Nightingale is a family-friendly ballet and a wonderful introduction to live dance performance.

  • Performances typically run approximately 60-75 minutes.

  • We recommend arriving at least 20–30 minutes before showtime to allow time for parking, entering the building, and finding your seats.

  • Ample parking is available in the Epic Ramp, which offers 90 minutes free parking. Limited street parking is also available.

  • The Judy K. Jolliffe Theatre is located inside the Epic Center, a fully accessible building. Floor seats are reserved for those with mobility issues.

  • Photography and video recording are not permitted during the performance. This helps protect the safety of the dancers and preserves the experience for all audience members.

  • Yes. Audience members are welcome to bring flowers or small gifts for dancers. We will have flowers for sale in the lobby before each show. Dancers receive flowers on stage after each performance.

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