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Aug 13, 2025 1 hr 8 min

Inside IBC Jackson with Executive Director, Mona Nicholas

from Ballet Help Desk Hosted by Jenny Huang and Brett Gardner

Listen to Ballet Help Desk ad-free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BalletHelpDesk Mona Nicholas takes us behind the scenes of the USA International Ballet Competition in Jackson, Mississippi. She shares how the event is structured, what makes it different from other competitions, and why it attracts dancers from around the world, including professionals. We cover the selection process, scoring, advice for first-time competitors, and the role IBC plays in shaping the future of ballet. You can learn more about USA IBC on their website. Links: Shop Our Back to Dance Guide Buy Corrections Journals Support Ballet Help Desk Instagram: @BalletHelpDesk Facebook: BalletHelpDesk Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/ian-aisling/new-future License code: MGAW5PAHYEYDQZCI

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