UPCOMING EVENTS
5th Anniversary Spring Gala 2026
Osipova Ballet Academy in partnership with Osipova Ballet Foundation present OBA's 5th Anniversary Annual Spring Gala. We invite you to experience an evening of magical performances featuring award winning pieces, timeless classics, & original repertoire performed by Osipova Ballet Academy students ages 3-18. You will be able to witness the growth of our dancers over the past year, and see some of the world’s most talented young artists who are part of the OBA Competition Team as recognized by the prestigious international competitions!
Event Date: May 30-31, 2026
Event Time: May 30 5:00pm - 7:30pm (Saturday) (two acts with intermission) - PURCHASE TICKETS
May 31 5:00pm - 7:30pm (Sunday) (two acts with intermission) - PURCHASE TICKETS
Event Location: Capuchino Samuel Johnson, Jr. Performing Arts Center, 1501 Magnolia Ave, San Bruno, CA 94066
The Fairy Doll: The Magic of Christmas
Osipova Ballet Academy is proud to announce the World Premiere of ✨🩵“The Fairy Doll, The Magic of Christmas,”✨🩵 a brand-new holiday ballet choreographed by Vasily Medvedev!
Set in 1900 San Francisco’s shimmering Gilded Age, this enchanting production tells the story of Little Emma, whose single act of kindness unlocks a world of wonder, where toys awaken, fairies dance, & Christmas magic transforms the city around her.
Event Dates: December 13-14, 2026
Event Location: De Anza College Visual and Performing Arts Center, 21250 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014
PAST EVENTS
Thumbelina - “A Fantasy Tale“
Journey with us to the Magical Fairy World of Thumbelina! Choreographed & Staged by Founder & Artistic Director--Marina Osipova, PhD--Hans Christian Andersen's Thumbelina follows the story of a tiny girl the size of a thumb with a heart full of gold. When ripped away from the comfort of her home & family she embarks on a journey through the Enchanted Land in hopes of finding her way back to her loved ones. During her adventure, she is faced with many difficulties & hardships, which she perseveres through with the help of her newly formed friendships!
This performance is about 3 hours, Including one 20 minute intermission, and is appropriate for all ages
Event Date: April 4-5, 2026
Event Time: April 4th 5pm-7:30pm (two acts with intermission), April 5th 3pm-5:30pm (two acts with intermission)
Event Location: Mountain View Center For The Performing Arts, 500 Castro St, Mountain View, CA 94041
Spring Gala 2025
Osipova Ballet Academy in partnership with Osipova Ballet Foundation present OBA's Annual Spring Gala. We invite you to experience an evening of magical performances featuring award winning pieces, timeless classics, & original repertoire performed by Osipova Ballet Academy students ages 3-18. You will be able to witness the growth of our dancers over the past year, and see some of the world’s most talented young artists who are part of the OBA Competition Team as recognized by the prestigious competition Youth America Grand Prix!
Event Date: May 24-25, 2025
Event Time: May 24 4:00pm - 6:30pm (Saturday) (two acts with intermission)
May 25 3:00pm - 5:30pm (Sunday) (two acts with intermission)
Event Location: Menlo Atherton Center For The Performing Arts, 555 Middlefield Road, Atherton, CA 94027
Thumbelina - “A Fantasy Tale“
Journey with us to the Magical Fairy World of Thumbelina! Choreographed & Staged by Founder & Artistic Director - Marina Osipova, Ph.D, Hans Christian Andersen's Thumbelina follows the story of a tiny girl the size of a thumb with a heart full of gold. When ripped away from the comfort of her home & family she embarks on a journey through the Enchanted Land in hopes of finding her way back to her loved ones. During her adventure, she is faced with many difficulties & hardships, which she perseveres through with the help of her newly formed friendships!
Event Date: March 29-30, 2025
Event Time: 5:00pm-7:30pm (two acts with intermission)
Event Location: Menlo Atherton Center For The Performing Arts, 555 Middlefield Road, Atherton, CA 94027
Tickets are required for all regardless of age.
Mountain View Tree Lighting Ceremony
Experience the magic of “Thumbelina” as it comes to life at the Annual Mountain View Tree Lighting Ceremony! We look forward to sharing our passion for the art of dance with the broader Bay Area Community!
Event Date: December 9, 2024
Event Time: 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Event Location: Mountain View Tree Lighting Ceremony Community Stage - Castro Street, Mountain View.
Mountain View Arts and Wine Festival
Experience the magic of “Thumbelina” as it comes to life at the Annual Mountain View Art & Wine Festival! We look forward to sharing our passion for the art of dance with the broader Bay Area Community next weekend!
Event Date: September 8, 2024
Event Time: 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Event Location: Mountain View Art and Wine Festival Community Stage - Castro Street, Mountain View.
OBA booth will be open both days - September 7-8, 2024. Community performance by OBA students will be on September 8, 2025 12:00pm-12:30pm. FREE admission.
“Thumbelina” Fantasia Night - An Open House Experience
Step Into a World of Magic at OBA’s ”Thumbelina” Fantasia Night - An Open House Experience
Event Date: Saturday, September 14th, 2024
Event Time: 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Event Location: 1495 W El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA, 94040
(Studios C, D, E)
Join us for a magical day of discovery & dance at Osipova Ballet Academy! This special Thumbelina Themed Open House Event will transport you into the whimsical world of our upcoming original ballet, “Thumbelina,” - A Fantasy Tale choreographed by Marina Osipova, Ph.D.
✨ FREE TRIAL CLASSES ✨
Try out our classes for yourself at “No Charge”. The classes will feature musical accompaniment & choreography from Marina Osipova’s Thumbelina - A Fantasy Tale suitable for ALL ages!
✨ THUMBELINA PREVIEW PERFORMANCE ✨
Enjoy an exclusive in-house preview performance of Marina Osipova’s Original Ballet Thumbelina - A Fantasy Tale that will whisk you away on a journey of wonder & imagination!
✨ MEET OBA’s AWARD WINNING FACULTY ✨
Get to know our stellar faculty members & learn about our program offerings!
✨ COMPETITION TEAM PERFORMANCE ✨
Be inspired while watching our Internationally Recognized Award Winning Competition Team dancers perform an outstanding program composed of legendary classical repertoire, innovative contemporary works, & choreographic character dance masterpieces!
✨ FAIRY TREATS ✨
Delight in complimentary small refreshments throughout the evening!
✨ MAGICAL MERCHANDISE ✨
Discover & take home the latest OBA merchandise to remember your day in Thumbelina’s world! Win prizes including hand crafted items & take part in Thumbelina themed activities!
✨ TOUR OBA FACILITIES ✨
Wander through our MOUNTAIN VIEW FACILITIES while engaging in lively Q&A sessions with OBA students & faculty members.
Come explore, experience, & be enchanted by everything OBA has to offer in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The OBA Team can’t wait to meet you and share the magic!
Sign up required for trial classes; otherwise, feel free to drop in at any time!
Event Date: March 31, 2024
Event Time: 4:00pm - 6:30pm (two acts with intermission)
Event Location: Menlo Atherton Center For The Performing Arts, 555 Middlefield Road, Atherton, CA 94027
Spring Gala 2024
Osipova Ballet Academy in partnership with Osipova Ballet Foundation present OBA's Annual Spring Gala. We invite you to experience an evening of magical performances featuring award winning pieces, timeless classics, & original repertoire performed by Osipova Ballet Academy students ages 5-18. You will be able to witness the growth of our dancers over the past year, and see some of the world’s most talented young artists who are part of the OBA Competition Team as recognized by the prestigious competition Youth America Grand Prix!
Event Date: May 26, 2024
Event Time: 4:00pm - 7:30pm (two acts with intermission)
Event Location: Capuchino Samuel Johnson, Jr. Performing Arts Center, 336-398 Millwood Dr, Millbrae, CA 94030
Thumbelina - “A Fantasy Tale“
Journey with us to the Magical Fairy World of Thumbelina! Choreographed & Staged by Founder & Artistic Director - Marina Osipova, Ph.D, Hans Christian Andersen's Thumbelina follows the story of a tiny girl the size of a thumb with a heart full of gold. When ripped away from the comfort of her home & family she embarks on a journey through the Enchanted Land in hopes of finding her way back to her loved ones. During her adventure, she is faced with many difficulties & hardships, which she perseveres through with the help of her newly formed friendships!
Event Date: March 31, 2024
Event Time: 4:00pm - 6:30pm (two acts with intermission)
Event Location: Menlo Atherton Center For The Performing Arts, 555 Middlefield Road, Atherton, CA 94027
