Chico Community Ballet

09/06/2026

A little peek at what we’ve been working on in Oz… ✨

Creating a brand-new ballet means trying things we’ve never done before. New choreography. New challenges. New skills. And moments like this—when our dancers accomplish a new lift and realize just how much they’re capable of.

We’re incredibly grateful for the opportunity to push the limits, grow as artists and create The Land of Oz from the ground up. And we need our community behind us to make it happen.

🌾 Our Oz Barn Bash is September 26 at The Barn at Meriam Park—and we want YOU there!

Buy your tickets, bring your friends and come help us bring Oz to life. Every ticket directly supports Chico Community Ballet and helps make this ambitious new production possible—from the choreography and costumes to the sets, dancers and magic you’ll eventually see onstage.

So don’t just wait to see Oz when the curtain goes up…

Be part of making it happen. Get your Barn Bash tickets today!

09/02/2026

So… what exactly IS a Barn Bash?

Think of it as a big fall night out for the whole Chico community — with an Oz twist!

On September 26 from 4–8 PM, we’re taking over The Barn at Meriam Park for an evening of live music, line dancing, great food and drinks, games and activities, character meet-and-greets, silent and live auctions, and plenty of surprises along the way.

Then, grab a spot and settle in for an outdoor showing of The Wizard of Oz and a Wicked sing-a-long to end the night!

The best part? Every ticket helps support Chico Community Ballet and the creation of our brand-new full-length ballet, The Land of Oz, coming to Laxson Auditorium January 29–31.

Come for an hour or stay all evening. Bring the kids, grab some friends, and make a night of it.

September 26 | 4–8 PM
The Barn at Meriam Park
A fundraiser for Chico Community Ballet

Scan the QR code or visit chicocomunityballet.org to get your tickets and come see what the Barn Bash is all about!

Chico Community Ballet is a non-profit organization dedicated to excellence in performance.

09/01/2026

Join us for all the fun

https://app.aplos.com/aws/events/oz_barn_bash

09/01/2026

Shoulder sits were the challenge of the day in pas de deux class!

For some dancers, today brought that exciting first successful shoulder sit. Others are starting to really master the skill, while some made huge progress toward getting there. Every dancer met the challenge exactly where they were, and it was so much fun watching the confidence build throughout class.

Pas de deux is all about learning to trust your partner, understand the mechanics, and keep working even when a skill takes time. There were lots of laughs, lots of determination, and some very exciting moments today!

08/30/2026

Step into the world of Oz at the Oz Barn Bash, a one-of-a-kind community fundraiser benefiting Chico Community Ballet’s brand-new production of The Land of Oz. Join us at The Barn at Meriam Park for an evening of live music, line dancing, food and drinks, family activities, a Wicked sing-along, character experiences, auctions, and a special movie night featuring The Wizard of Oz. Come enjoy a great night out while helping bring the magic of The Land of Oz to the Laxson Auditorium stage!

Saturday, September 26 | 4:00–8:00 PM

4:00 PM
Gates Open
Food & beverages, Oz Boutique, silent auction, raffle sales, lawn games, crafts, face painting, photo booth, and character meet-and-greets begin.

4:00–4:20 PM
Live Music Set #1
Grab food, shop, and explore the event.

4:20–4:30 PM
Welcome & Sponsor Recognition
We have a $75,000 fundraising goal!

4:30–4:55 PM
Line Dancing Session #1

4:55–5:10 PM
Live Music Set #2
Time for food, shopping, bidding, and socializing.

5:10–5:35 PM
Line Dancing Session #2
Review favorite dances and learn another fun dance before the movie.

5:35–5:50 PM
Live Auction Feature
Premier auction packages and special donation opportunity.

5:50–6:00 PM
Costume contest and recognition. Final call for concessions, refreshments, and movie seating.

6:00 PM
The Wizard of Oz Begins

6:00–7:40 PM
Movie & Ongoing Activities
Movie plays while concessions, Oz Boutique, quiet crafts, and silent auction remain available.

7:40–8:00 PM
Wicked Sing-Along Finale
Favorite songs from Wicked, followed by silent auction closing, closing remarks, sponsor & volunteer recognition, fundraising update, and information about The Land of Oz.

ONGOING ACTIVITIES
4:00–8:00 PM

Oz Boutique
Silent Auction
Photo Opportunities
Food & Beverages
Raffle Ticket Sales
Kids Craft Area
Lawn Games
Character Meet & Greets
Donation Station
Face Painting
Photo Booth

*please note, some activities require additional cost

08/27/2026

Step into the world of Oz at the Oz Barn Bash, a one-of-a-kind community fundraiser benefiting Chico Community Ballet’s brand-new production of The Land of Oz.

Join us at The Barn at Meriam Park for an evening of live music, line dancing, food and drinks, family activities, a Wicked sing-along, character experiences, auctions, and a special movie night featuring The Wizard of Oz. Come enjoy a great night out while helping bring the magic of The Land of Oz to the Laxson Auditorium stage!



Tickets available on our website chicocommunityballet.org