Artistic Director & CEO
Nick Mullikin
Director of NB2
Maria Konrad
Nashville Ballet's official second company
Specially designed for promising dancers pursuing a career in ballet, NB2 gives dancers the opportunity to train with our exceptional faculty, perform for live audiences, and further develop their artistry and technique.
NB2 is divided into two groups, NB2 Dancers and NB2 Trainees. NB2 Dancers receive a weekly stipend while NB2 Trainees receive stipends per performance.
NB2: WHAT WE OFFER
NB2 Dancers: Competitive base weekly stipend at $300
NB2 Dancers will take company class several times weekly with additional opportunities to train alongside NB2 Trainees in dedicated classes
Benefit from tuition-free training, access to School of Nashville Ballet classes, and seasonal shoe allotment.
Special partnerships to support our dancers’ training and wellness, including physical therapy, chiropractic care, Pilates, massage, sauna and cold plunge access, and more.
NB2 Trainee Program: WHAT WE OFFER
Discounted Tuition-based trainee program at $3,500/year (valued at $10,000/year)
Dedicated NB2 Trainee training class every morning in the studio, with opportunities to rehearse and perform alongside First Company
Full access to School of Nashville Ballet classes, and shoe reimbursement for company performances (dependent on casting).
Have access to select First Company dancer resources that support training and wellness.
Participate in a variety of community engagement performances and outreach programs.
Take a virtual tour of Nashville Ballet.
NB2 Dancers and Trainees have several performance opportunities throughout the season to perform NB2-specific repertoire in our community and in-studio productions, along with performance opportunities with our professional Company at Tennessee Performing Arts Center. When they aren't on stage, NB2 artists get to work with Nashville Ballet faculty and nationally recognized guest choreographers to create new contemporary and classic works, allowing them to experience the creative process first-hand.
“My years spent in NB2 allowed for performance opportunities and individualized training, ensuring a smooth transition into my professional career. Spending rehearsal time with the main company gave me exposure and experience, while rehearsal time with the NB2 faculty increased my technique, artistry, and confidence.” - Nashville Ballet Company Dancer, Farin Taft
Learning Outside the Studio
As part of our mission to support you as a whole dancer, educationally, emotionally, and physically we are proud to partner with Belmont University to give each student the opportunity to earn a degree while training. Dancers can pursue a Bachelor’s Degree through part-time enrollment and flexible class schedules. For more information about the Belmont University/Nashville Ballet Learning Partnership, contact Belmont University’s Adult Degree Programs at 615-460-5401 or click here. Nashville Ballet also provides resources for dancer wellness, life coaching, and physical readiness.
Photo by Chad Driver
2025-2026 NB2
Christian Arroyo, Morgan Charles, Daniel Clepper, Christopher de Godoy Bitar, Jasper Keck, Nili Kepets, Isabella Meier, Zachary Michelson, Molly Nyhan, Huxley Pillars-Capoccia, Andrew Sackett, Ava Zisko
2025-2026 NB2 Trainees
Claire Ancell, McKenna Armwood, Victoria Arrascue, Nicole Bustamante, Zohar Cohn, Bianca Gorbenko, Kate Hall, Ava Hinton, Sofia JaBaay, Karen Lopes de Avila, Piper McCourt, Samantha Priolo, Romina Rubio, Jaylynn Smith, Gabrielle Thomas