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April 9, 2025 21 mins

Join hosts Philip Drennen and Josh Stucky on Season 2, Episode 10 of The Dayton Drama Queens as they sit down with Brandon Ragland, the newly appointed Artistic Director of Dayton Ballet (part of the Dayton Performing Arts Alliance). Discover how Brandon transitioned from a 13‑year performing career at Louisville Ballet to leading one of Ohio’s most storied dance companies. Learn about:

  • Dayton’s vibrant arts ecosystem and what makes DPAA’s collaborative model unique (ballet, opera, Philharmonic)

  • Brandon’s vision for new narrative ballets, cross‑disciplinary commissions, and the future of dance in Dayton

  • Behind‑the‑scenes of community engagement programs like “Who Wants to Be a Dancer?” that bring ballet into local schools

  • The power of creative collaboration—poets, designers, composers—and how it fuels fresh works

  • Brandon’s personal journey from Eagle Scout to professional dancer, and the discipline that shapes his leadership

Whether you’re a ballet aficionado, an aspiring dancer, or a fan of Dayton’s performing arts scene, this episode is your backstage pass to the energy, innovation, and passion driving Dayton Ballet forward. Tune in now for inspiring stories, insider insights, and a deep dive into the heart of Ohio’s dance community!

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