A Recap of Our Annual Reimagining of the Nutcracker: El Alebrije
Molly Rodriguez, a senior in high school, was casted for the main role of María in El Alebrije. El Alebrije is our annual reimagining of the classic Nutcracker ballet with a vibrant Mexican twist! The story follows María, a young girl celebrating her Quinceañera. When her father gifts her a mystical El Alebrije, she embarks on a magical […]
A Step Beyond’s 2nd Cohort of Students Graduate After 10 Years with ASB!
We are thrilled to celebrate the achievements of ASB’s second graduating class, who have danced with us over the past decade and successfully utilized the academic and social and emotional resources and tools provided to pave the way for their continued education. Our graduates include Carlos Lopez, Yanitza Morales, Jhovanny Olivares, Stephanie Pattynama, Evelyn Cruz, […]
A Step Beyond’s 2022 – 2023 Annual Report is Now Available!
ASB is thrilled to unveil its much-anticipated 2022-2023 Annual Report. Dive into the impact of your invaluable contributions of time, talent, and treasure, as we chart our journey towards empowering underserved youth for success in college, career, and life. Thanks to your steadfast support, more than 230 students have been touched by the transformative power […]
A Step Beyond Set to Participate In This Year’s San Diego Youth Dance Festival
A Step Beyond is proud to be a part of this year’s San Diego Youth Dance Festival [link to info page], taking place at the Coronado School for the Arts on Saturday, February 25th and Sunday, February 26th! The San Diego Youth Dance Festival (SDYDF) is an annual community dance experience for youth, ages 12 […]
Behind the Scenes of Our Latest Project with Cal State San Marcos
This past fall, A Step Beyond partnered with Cal State University San Marcos (CSUSM) once again on an exciting project–one that serves as the culmination of a students’ academic career in the College of Business Administration. After submitting a project proposal, ASB was fortunate enough to be matched with a multi-talented group of CSUSM students […]
Calling All ASB Students: Change Someone’s Life and Win Some Prizes Through Step Into Dance/
Bring Friends to Step Into Dance to Win Calling All ASB students! From now until February 10th, we are having a competition to see who can bring or refer the most people to Step Into Dance. The winner will be announced at Step Into Dance on February 10th and will win a prize basket with […]
Learn How to Support A Step Beyond This Giving Tuesday
On Giving Tuesday (November 29th), ASB will launch a new campaign entitled # GivingTuTuesday!…get it, like ballet tutus! Teams will compete in a tutu decorating competition through December 10th to raise the most funds for ASB’s Student Scholarship Fund. This Fund supports the ongoing education of individuals who participated in our programs by filling the […]
Your 2021-2022 Annual Report is Here!
Thank you for all you do to support the students of A Step Beyond! See how your gifts of time, talent, and treasure are having an impact. Download Your Report
El Alebrije: You Won’t Want to Miss This Exciting Spin on a Holiday Classic
Let our El Alebrije production featuring 150+ local students take you and your family on a magical holiday journey! Inspired by the culture of Mexico, this reimagining of The Nutcracker ballet premiers Saturday, December 10th at 6:30pm at the Kit Carson Amphitheater. Admission is $10, children under 5 are free. Learn more and buy tickets […]
Cooking, Crocheting, and Community: These Are Just a Few of Ms. Lesly’s Favorite Things
Meet Ms. Lesly, our amazing intern! Whether she is helping with check-in or planning fun Family Services events, she is a massive help in our day-to-day operations. Not only that, but Ms. Lesly is a great dancer as well! She adds warmth and kindness to our office, and we are so lucky to have her. […]
