In this episode of Art After Dark, host Randy Ham welcomes Rachel Ritter, Executive Director of Midland Festival Ballet, for a conversation about the role of ballet in the cultural landscape of West Texas. Rachel shares insights into the organization’s mission, upcoming performances, and the importance of keeping the performing arts thriving in our community.Presented by Odessa Arts, Art After Dark explores the stories behind the people and organizations driving creativity in the Permian Basin and beyond.Subscribe to stay connected to the West Texas arts scene.#OdessaArts #ArtAfterDark #MidlandFestivalBallet #RachelRitter #RandyHam #WestTexasArts #PerformingArts #BalletMidland #ArtsPodcastArt After Dark is hosted by Odessa Arts Executive Director, Randy Ham.https://odessaarts.orgProduced by: Forty Wolves (@podcastdept)https://fortywolves.comMusic by: Sam Weakshttps://samallen.studioFilmed at: Copper Rose Buildinghttps://copperrosevenue.my.canva.siteOdessa Arts exists to support and promote the Arts in Odessa and Ector County through Cultural Tourism, Arts Education and Arts Advocacy.