“She is brimming with ideas to lead ABT into the next decade, all while respecting Ballet Theatre’s history and legacy,” Barth continued. “I am confident that Janet’s accomplished background in business operations and development, strategic partnerships, and brand management will be a tremendous asset.”

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Before heading to ABT, Rollé was General Manager at Parkwood Entertainment, the company founded by Beyoncé. In fact, she was an associate producer on Beyoncé’s Coachella performance, as well as Homecoming: A Film By Beyoncé, the OTR II Tour and executive producer on Black is King.

If she didn’t have anything else on her resume, that would be enough for us, but this amazing artist has also been an executive at CNN Worldwide and BET Networks.

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“I am honored to welcome Janet on board to lead ABT into the future,” said Kevin McKenzie, ABT Artistic Director. “Over the past several years, our Company has renewed its commitment to strengthening the foundation of what ABT has always stood for – artistic excellence, expanding audience engagement and growth, and cultivating a team of teachers, innovators, and visionaries who will represent ABT for generations to come. Janet’s experience as an executive, with a background in dance, as well as her management of the multi-layered business of one of the most successful recording artists in history, bodes well for ABT’s continued success.”