Tolbert Yilmaz School of Dance

You’re invited to a magical holiday celebration! Join Clara, her Nutcracker Prince, and a host of enchanting characters for a sparkling evening at the Byers Theatre. The Nutcracker ballet is a beloved holiday tradition that’s perfect for the whole family!

Tickets are going fast! Find show dates, times, and ticket details at RoswellNutcracker.com

📸: Brian Wallenberg

IMPORTANT ADVISORY: Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center (SSPAC) at City Springs is the ONLY authorized ticket seller for the Roswell Dance Theatre production of The Nutcracker. Tickets purchased from a third party or website other than https://citysprings.com/events may be more expensive or even fraudulent. The PURCHASE TICKETS button on our website links directly to the SSPAC ticket site.

Immerse yourself in a world of holiday magic with the Sugarplum Fairy! Roswell Dance Theatre proudly brings The Nutcracker back to Byers Theatre—perfect for making new holiday memories. Get your tickets and event details at RoswellNutcracker.com.

📸: Brian Wallenberg

IMPORTANT ADVISORY: Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center (SSPAC) at City Springs is the ONLY authorized ticket seller for the Roswell Dance Theatre production of The Nutcracker. Tickets purchased from a third party or website other than https://citysprings.com/events may be more expensive or even fraudulent. The PURCHASE TICKETS button on our website links directly to the SSPAC ticket site.

Join Clara as she embarks on a magical adventure this holiday season! Roswell Dance Theatre brings The Nutcracker to life at Byers Theatre with an enchanting performance.

Make this cherished tradition part of your holiday plans. Get your tickets now at RoswellNutcracker.com. The link is in our bio!

📸: Brian Wallenberg

IMPORTANT ADVISORY: Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center (SSPAC) at City Springs is the ONLY authorized ticket seller for the Roswell Dance Theatre production of The Nutcracker. Tickets purchased from a third party or website other than https://citysprings.com/events may be more expensive or even fraudulent. The PURCHASE TICKETS button on our website links directly to the SSPAC ticket site.

Step into a world of magic and wonder with the Sugarplum Fairy and her enchanted kingdom! Roswell Dance Theatre’s Nutcracker returns to Byers Theatre this holiday season. Grab your tickets now and make this classic part of your holiday tradition! For show info and tickets, visit RoswellNutcracker.com.

📸: Brian Wallenberg

IMPORTANT ADVISORY: Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center (SSPAC) at City Springs is the ONLY authorized ticket seller for the Roswell Dance Theatre production of The Nutcracker. Tickets purchased from a third party or website other than https://citysprings.com/events may be more expensive or even fraudulent. The PURCHASE TICKETS button on our website links directly to the SSPAC ticket site.

No time for a family holiday card photo? We’ve got you covered! Join us at RDT’s Nutcracker for a special treat—Photos with Santa! 🎅

When you attend The Nutcracker on Saturday, Nov 30 @ 7pm or Sunday, Dec 1 @ 5pm, you’ll have a chance to snap the perfect family moment before showtime! For $55, you’ll get 2 professional digital images with Santa taken by award winning Master Photographer, Paul Sasso!

Spots are limited! Reserve now at https://citysprings.com/events/photos-santa-nutcracker/

We are honored to be awarded Best Dance Studio in North Atlanta! As we celebrate 45 incredible seasons of dance in Roswell, we are grateful to all the students and families who have been part of our journey. Here’s to many more years of dance! 🩰

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Tickets for Roswell Dance Theatre’s The Nutcracker are ON SALE NOW! 🎄✨

Join us at the stunning Byers Theatre at City Springs for a magical holiday tradition that will light up the eyes of young and old alike. Our 10-show run kicks off Friday, Nov 29 at 2pm, with performances continuing across two festive weekends! 🩰

Get your tickets now for the best selection at RoswellNutcracker.com or call the Box Office at 770-206-2022 for group options!

📍 Byers Theatre, Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center
🗓 Shows run Nov 29 - Dec 8

CASTING CALL! 🎄✨ Don’t miss your chance to shine on stage this holiday season in our annual production of The Nutcracker. All registered students (ages 5 & up) are welcome to audition this Saturday, Sept 14. Audition registration closes Thursday night—sign up now! Visit tysod.com for more details and to register.

Bidding for our HUGS From Young Choreographers auction is now OPEN! Browse over 100 one of a kind baskets! You will find Mrs. Mary’s baked goods, teacher private lessons, a reserved parking spot, goodies from local businesses, and much more! Click the link in our bio to bid on these items!

Come join us next weekend for Hugs From Young Choreographers, an annual charity event where Roswell Dance Theatre Ballet members perform to benefit a chosen charity.

This year, the show will support The Smasherson Foundation which provides additional support for children and families fighting all types of pediatric cancer including financial assistance, emotional support and all kinds of resources.

The shows are held on September 7 at 1 p.m., September 8 at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. We kindly request that each audience member make a donation in lieu of their ticket as they enter the show. (Suggested $10 per adult, $5 per child- but any amount is truly appreciated.) HUGS allows our dancers to showcase how effective young people can be when they join together and make an impact.

Classes start next week! Catch up on everything you need to know: dropping off/picking up dancers, which studios their classes are in, dress code, upcoming events, and much more! Access our Welcome Guide coming to your email, on tysod.com, or pick up a print copy for all the new season details!

Let’s get this party started! Don’t miss the Tolbert Yilmaz School of Dance annual back-to-dance season kick off and Open House! Saturday, August 17, from 10-2, 601 Houze Way in Roswell.

Reconnect with dance friends, meet your teachers, and tour the studio! Dance to music by DJ Neezy, take a jump in the bounce house, make TYSOD friendship bracelets, and enjoy the carnival games! There will be snacks and beverages available for purchase. We can’t wait to see you!

Join Roswell Dance Theatre in applauding our generous 2023-2024 Season Sponsors! Our beloved productions are only possible with continued support of committed sponsors who help us fund sets, props, costumes, rehearsals, guest artists and more. Thank you so much for helping us Set the Stage!

Interested in joining this influential group? Become a sponsor at tysod.com/set-the-stage

And a special thank you to all of our Roswell Dance Theatre member families for 100% participation in Dancers’ Circle, we couldn’t do it without you!

Attention Atlanta Area Dance Teachers - Tolbert Yilmaz School of Dance is HIRING! Located in Roswell, our dance studio is hiring for the 2024-2025 Season, our 45th season. We are looking for a jazz/hip-hop instructor for Thursday and a children’s acrobatics instructor for Mondays and Tuesdays. If interested, please email your resume to [email protected]

Congratulations to graduating senior Rachel Surasky!

“Rachel has been there for me since the beginning! We have grown up together and I will always cherish those memories we have with one another! I’ll miss Rach
soooo much next year but I’m excited to see what she accomplishes in life!” -Kathleen Jordan

“Rachel was my Fritz when I was a party child. I love watching her dance and she is such a kind person! I will miss seeing her around the studio!” -Lacey Kass

“Rachel Surasky is the greatest friend. Me and Rachel have been friends since before company and we have done so many things together. I’m so beyond proud of all of her achievements and love her beyond words! Next year is going to be so hard without her. ROLL TIDE bestfriend ❤️” -Nelly Holt

Congratulations to graduating senior Alexis Needle!

“Alexis is such a big role model to me. Her drive to be better each and every day is so inspiring and something I admire a lot in her. I think she’s going to accomplish
great things in life and I can’t wait to see what they are! I’ll miss her so much!!” -Kathleen Jordan

“Alexis was my very first big sister at RDT. She is such a kind person and I love watching her dance! I will miss seeing her around the studio!” -Lacey Kass

“Alexis is one of the funniest, realest people I have ever met. I love seeing her during our graphic design class at school for the past three years, as well as at dance every day. I admire watching her dance, as her passion for her craft is undeniable and she absolutely lights up the stage every time she steps out. I am so excited to see what the future has in store for her and to watch her flourish!” -Avery Magato

Congratulations to graduating senior Ginger Myrick!

“Ginger is like a sister to me! We have grown up together at dance and she has been there through so many stages of my life. She never fails to make me smile and laugh and I enjoy every second I spend with her. I’m going to miss her so much next year!” -Kathleen Jordan

“Virginia Myrick is not only the funniest person I know but has the kindest personality someone can have. Ginger has been my close friend for so long and our memories are countless. My favorite ones are in Nashville this summer during our intensive. I don’t know what i’m going to do without my bestfriend next year. I love you Gingy.” -Nelly Holt

“Ginger is genuinely one of the funniest people I know. She can always make me laugh, and she brings such an uplifting energy to the studio! I look forward to seeing, talking to, and dancing with her every day, and I don’t know what I will do without her next year!” -Avery Magato

Congratulations to graduating senior Allison Luchenbill!

“Allison has been one of my best friends at tysod. She brings such a light and joy to my life and many others. I can’t even begin to express in words how much of
an inspiration she is, not only her incredible dancing but how supportive and kind she is to everyone around her. I can always count on her and I’m so proud of her
and everything she has accomplished.” -Brooklynn Lednik

“Allison and I have been in the same level 6 years and ever day of that has been a blast. She is such a talented dancer and an amazing friend. She is so caring and
always knows when someone needs a hug. I have loved having these last 6 years with her and I will miss her so so much but wish her all the best luck moving
forward. -Sarah Ruth Bachmeier

“I have been dancing with Allison for 6 years, and I have loved every second of it. Allison is such a kindhearted person, and I wouldn’t know how amazing life is without her in it! She is a beautiful dancer, and it’s so captivating watching her. I’m so sad to not get to dance with her next year. I am going to miss you so much Alli!” -Finnley Williams

Congratulations to graduating senior Sawyer Lignugaris!

“Dancing with Sawyer in Waltz of the Flowers this year was so much fun. She is so sweet and an amazing dancer!” -Lacey Kass

“Sawyer is a breath of fresh air to me and always helps keep me grounded! I love being around Sawyer and getting to watch her dance. I’m going to miss her a lot next year!” -Kathleen Jordan

“Sawyer is a hidden treasure. I have gotten to know her so much better this year while I’ve danced with her at the studio and BT. She has the kindest personality
and we can relate in so many ways. She is such a beautiful person and dancer.” -Nelly Holt

Congratulations to graduating senior Kathryn Hensley!

“Kathryn Hensley is such a great friend and the best dance captain. She is so sweet and supportive of all of the dancers. I’m so proud of her and excited to see where her future takes her!” -Nelly Holt

“Kathryn is such a sweet and kind person and an incredible dancer. I love watching her dance!” -Lacey Kass

“Kathryn is undeniably one of the sweetest and uplifting people I know. She is so kind and genuine and watching her dance is incredibly inspiring. I love laughing with her on the long Saturday rehearsals, and getting to know her better over the past few years!” -Avery Magato

Congratulations to graduating senior Olivia Hazelwood!

“Oliva is so kind, smart, and talented! I loved getting to carpool with her to the theatre a few years ago and getting to talk about high school. She always gives great advice and I know she will accomplish incredible things in her life! Go Knights!!!” – Kathleen Jordan

“Oliva is so sweet and kind and she is an amazing dancer! I’m going to miss her!!” -Heather Tuffy

“Olivia is such a sweet person and an incredible dancer. I loved getting the
opportunity to set my HUGS dance on her and watching her bring her incredible
talent to the stage.” -Avery Magato

Congratulations to graduating senior Jacob Bongiovanni!

“Jacob has become one of my best friends and he was the best addition to our company. He has an amazing dedication to dance. Jacob is reliable and is always
there to support and cheer us all on. I’ve had so many memories with Jacob this year and he’s going to do such amazing things in his future. I’m going to miss jake
the dog so much.” -Nelly Holt

“Jacob is an amazing dancer and a really nice person! I love watching him dance.” -Lacey Kass

“Jacob always brings such a fun energy to class everyday. He is so funny and despite being at TYSOD for only 2 years, it feels like he has been here forever! I
am so excited to watch what he will accomplish!” -Avery Magato

Congratulations to graduating senior Audrey Bauer!

“Audrey Bauer has the kindest soul. I will always remember how well she led MoCo as the captain and how welcoming and kind she is to everyone around her. My favorite memory with Audrey is preforming West Side Story with her and how amazing she was as Anita.” -Nelly Holt

 
“Audrey is one of the funniest people I know. I loved getting to dance with you and sharing privates together on Mondays!” -Heather Tuffy
 
“Audrey has been such a big inspiration of mine since I joined the company. She is soooo talented and her passion and love for dance never fails to amaze me!” -Kathleen Jordan

Congratulations to graduating senior Dina Arshavsky!

Dina is one of the most kind-hearted, funniest people I know. Her sense of humor is impeccable and she will never fail to make me laugh, no matter the circumstance. I am forever grateful for the privilege of seeing her every day at dance, and I will miss her so incredibly much next year!! -Avery Magato

Dina is such a great person and an amazing dancer. I love watching her dance! -Lacey Kass
Dina is so kind and funny! She never fails to make me laugh and she always cheers me up during long nights and rehearsals! I’ll miss her infectious laugh next year but I can’t wait to see her thrive in college! -Kathleen Jordan