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Russian Pointe Dance Boutique
Overstock Pointe Shoe Sale
The Russian Pointe Dance Boutique is liquidating our inventory of overstock pointe shoes. Select sizes of Entrada, Dolce, Almaz, Rubin, Sapfir, Polette, Grande, Encore, Lumina and Brava styles are on sale for 40% off! Find out what sizes are available by calling 312-332-7200 ext. 301.
New Collection from Yumiko
The new Yumikos are arriving at the Russian Pointe Dance Boutique in April, and we are getting fresh colors and exciting styles that have never been offered before. Created by Yumiko Takeshima, a principal dancer with Germany's SemperOper Ballett, these brightly colored leotards are made with high-quality fabric and exceptional care. Shop now >
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Russian Pointe® Welcomes New Authorized Retailers:
Duck Feet
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Growing Through Arts®
Welcomes New Authorized Retailers:
Guatemala City, Guatemala
Severna Park, MD
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Aleksandra® Enterprises Supports
Aleksandra® Enterprises was pleased to support the following organizations in March 2012.
Please visit our Sponsorship page to see the many others that have received our support in 2011-2012. |
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Aleksandra Enterprises, Inc.
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Aleksandra's News & Travels
 Boris Eifman's New Ballet
On March 9, I had the honor of seeing Boris Eifman's new ballet, Rodin, at the New York City Center. The ballet was innovative and captivating, and I am looking forward to welcoming Eifman to Chicago to perform it again in 2013!
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 Lyric Opera's 'Rinaldo'
The Lyric Opera's new production of Hayden's Rinaldo is surprising and superb. Everything from the surrealist, modern set design to the young energetic cast made this production feel completely fresh and new.
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 Fundraiser for American Ballet Theatre
On March 21, I attended an important fundraiser for New York's American Ballet Theater, which was held at the Ivy Room here in Chicago.
 The beauty of 'Giselle'
There is nothing more magical than seeing an iconic ballet performed to perfection. On March 23, I had the pleasure of hosting a pre-performance reception for The American Ballet Theater, which performed the ballet classic "Giselle" at the Auditorium Theatre, and then I saw the flawless performance Saturday night. Read more >
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 New Music Series Books Arrive in April
We're so excited to announced the arrival of our newest collection of Growing Through Arts® storybooks -- The Music Series! The complete line will arrive at our flagship store in Chicago the first week of April, so place your orders now! Read more > |
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Welcome New Employees!
Aleksandra® Enterprises is pleased to welcome four new employees to our team:
- Mo McKibbin, Customer Service, is an actress, dancer and comedian who has recently studied at the Second City Conservatory.
- Phillip Jolliffe, Warehouse Supervisor, has a degree in arts management and more than 10 years of experience in warehouse operations.
- Eric Tate, Warehouse Material Handler, is a lover of the outdoors who also has a passion for helping those in need.
- Steve Salsman, Warehouse Material Handler, is originally from downstate Illinois, and has more than 10 years of experience in warehouse operations.
- Don Moreno, Warehouse Material Handler, has more than 10 years of experience in warehouse operations and creates electronic music.
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Meet Our Retailers
Bobby's Dancewear, Omaha, NE:
 When Melissa Jewell took over Bobby's Dancewear in 2006, the store catered to dancers ages 4 to 10 and only carried one brand of pointe shoes. Melissa knew there was a market in older dancers, and now carries 12 to 15 styles of pointe shoes from three brands.
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 Backstage Dancewear, Dublin, OH: Backstage Dancewear caters to young dancers, especially pre-schoolers, so when manager Doreen Bretz learned about the Growing Through Arts® products, she knew they would be a perfect fit for her store! Read more > |
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