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How Bristol Ballet Is Preserving the History of Its Appalachian Community

At Bristol Ballet—situated in the Appalachian Mountains surrounding Bristol, Virginia—incorporating the region’s history is a top priority. Founded by Constance Hardinge in 1948, Bristol Ballet is the oldest studio in the rural Tri-Cities area that provides quality ballet training to students in the Appalachian region.  During her time as artistic director, Hardinge started the first […]