Grand Ballet of Amapola
| Native name | Gran Ballet de Amapola |
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| Type | State-owned cultural institution |
| Industry | Performing arts |
| Genre | Classical and contemporary ballet |
| Founded | 1677 AN |
| Founder(s) | Marquise Eleonora de Montpezat |
| Headquarters |
Amapola,  Nouvelle Alexandrie |
| Number of locations | 3 (Main theater, Training center, Administrative offices) |
| Area served |
Nouvelle Alexandrie and international tours |
| Key people |
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| Products | Ballet performances and productions |
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| Revenue | NAX€ 42.5 million (1734 AN) |
| Employees | 420 (including 120 dancers) |
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| References: Annual attendance: 285,000 (1734 AN) | |
The Grand Ballet of Amapola (Martino: Gran Ballet de Amapola) is a prestigious ballet company from Nouvelle Alexandrie, based in the city of Amapola, Alduria. Founded in 1677 AN by Marquise Eleonora de Montpezat, it is one of the oldest and most prestigious ballet companies in Micras, renowned for its unique fusion of classical Alexandrian ballet traditions with contemporary dance innovations. The company performs at the historic Teatro de la Danza, a purpose-built theater completed in 1680 AN that seats 2,200 spectators.
The company maintains a permanent ensemble of 120 dancers and operates its own ballet academy, the École de Ballet d'Amapola, which trains approximately 250 students annually. Under the current artistic direction of Isabella Montenegro, the Grand Ballet has gained international recognition for its bold interpretations of classical works and its commitment to commissioning new pieces from contemporary choreographers. The company's repertoire includes both traditional ballet masterpieces and original works that often incorporate themes from Wechua, Alexandrian, and Babkhi cultural traditions.
