Grand Opening Celebration

OIBA celebrated the grand opening of its new studio in Summer 2025, capturing the excitement and artistry of the moment. Featuring performances by students and highlights from the event, the video honors the academy’s growth and continued dedication to nurturing dance excellence.

OIBA Featured on KOIN 6

In OIBA’s KOIN 6 news feature this past summer, OIBA’s Artistic Director Xuan Cheng and Executive Director Ye Li share insights about the academy’s grand opening at its new Beaverton location.

2024 Summer Cultural Exchange Tour

OIBA’s 2024 summer tour of China and Japan showcased dynamic performances, masterclasses, and meaningful cultural exchanges with international students and artists. The tour also celebrated cultural diversity and inspired students through immersive experiences across multiple cities.

10th Anniversary Surprise Video

In this heartfelt 10th anniversary tribute, OIBA students and parents come together to celebrate the dedication and artistry of instructors Xuan Cheng and Ye Li. Through personal messages, this video honors their transformative impact on the academy and its community.

Cinderella

Highlight Reel & Behind the Scenes videos

Choreography by Ye Li and Xuan Cheng

Music by Sergei Prokofiev

In Spring 2024, OIBA brought magic to Beaverton’s Patricia Reser Center for the Arts with Provofiev’s enchanting classic, Cinderella. OIBA students and ten top-level soloists transported audiences in this fully produced fairytale, alongside special guest dancer Isichel Perez Rivero of Oregon Ballet Theatre, and guest actor Sarah Smith.

The Nutcracker

Highlight Reel & Behind the Scenes videos

Choreography by Xuan Cheng / Ye Li after Marius Petipa / Lev Ivanov

Music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

OIBA’s Nutcracker offers a unique and seamless integration of charming and joyful performances by student dancers with stunning appearances from the school’s top performers and surprise guest artists.

Stages of Beauty

OIBA’s 2023 Spring Show, Stages of Beauty, features the second act of Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake alongside the world premiere of Player, a contemporary ballet choreographed by Ye Li. With guest artists from Oregon Ballet Theatre and over 50 student dancers, the production highlights the beauty and resilience found in every stage of life.

Player, World Premiere

Choreography by Ye Li

Music by Olafur Arnalds, Ezio Bosso, and Anne Sophie Versnaeyen

Originally created for OIBA's 2023 spring performance with guests Medea Cullumbine-Robertson, Isaac Lee, Isichel Perez, Nicholas Sakai, Brian Simcoe, and actress Sarah Smith

Swan Lake

OIBA’s 2023 Swan Lake showcases the grace and drama of this classic ballet through a captivating performance by student dancers alongside esteemed guest artists.

Clips from Summer Intensive, 2019

View clips from various levels and classes!

Highlights from The Nutcracker, 2019

Driven by a unique and brilliant concept, OIBA’s highly acclaimed annual Nutcracker performance melds the charm and childhood joy of student dancers with stunning appearances from the school’s top performers and from surprise guest artists, local celebrities of the ballet world.

Highlights from OIBA’s Annual Performance, 2017 - Part One

Swan Lake, Act II - Lakeside Scene

Choreography by Xuan Cheng after Lev Ivanov

Highlights from OIBA’s Annual Performance, 2017 - Part Two

Featuring the contemporary ballet, BLACK AND WHITE

World Premiere choreography by Ye Li