CONTINUUM

An Evening of Ballet Benefitting the Dancers Transition Fund

NOVEMBER 20, 2026 | 7:00PM

Choreographers: Aina Oki, Jonathan Beloli, Yuika Fujimoto, Natasha Adorlee, DaYoung Jung

Continuum is a one-night-only benefit performance created and curated by the Artists of Tulsa Ballet and Artistic Director Marcello Angelini in support of the Dancer Transition Fund, which provides resources to them as they prepare for life and careers beyond the stage. For this special evening, dancers Aina Oki, Jonathan Beloli, and Yuika Fujimoto will premiere three original works alongside a selection of classical, neoclassical, and contemporary repertoire. The program highlights the artistry, versatility, and creative voices of Tulsa Ballet’s dancers.  Additionally, internationally renowned choreographer Natasha Adorlee will create and World Premiere a new piece for TBII, the company’s young ensemble.

This performance reflects the strong collaboration of all the segments of the organization, from the artistic department, which provided guidance in shaping the evening’s program, to the technical and administrative teams, which are supporting the behind the scenes’ efforts to produce this performance.

A dancer’s performing career demands extraordinary dedication, yet it is often much shorter than careers in other fields. Proceeds from Continuum will help Tulsa Ballet artists pursue education, training, and new professional opportunities when the time comes to take their next steps beyond the stage. By attending this exclusive performance, audiences are not only celebrating the dancers’ creativity today; they are investing in the people who have dedicated their lives to moving, inspiring, and enriching our community through the art of ballet.