SR487 - Recognizing Corpus Christi Ballet on the occasion of its 50th anniversary.

          SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 487          WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to   recognize Corpus Christi Ballet on the grand occasion of the   company's 50th anniversary; and          WHEREAS, Founded in 1974, Corpus Christi Ballet has   remained committed to its mission to stimulate, promote, and   develop interest in the art of ballet in South Texas through   performance and education; over the last half-century, the   company has captivated audiences with stunning presentations of   famous classics and productions of high artistic quality; and          WHEREAS, Corpus Christi Ballet provides a medium for   expression through which performers, choreographers, and   composers may further their education in ballet, jazz, modern   dance, and performance production; each year, the ballet casts   more than 200 students to perform classical and modern works,   enabling thousands of young dancers throughout the company's   history to learn, perform, and thrive on stage with artistic   professionals as they entertain and educate captivated   audiences; and          WHEREAS, In addition to marking 50 years of Coastal Bend   performances in 2025, the ballet company is also celebrating 40   years of success under the international experience and astute   leadership of artistic director Cristina Stirling Munro, an Emmy   Award-winning dancer, producer, and choreographer; and          WHEREAS, Corpus Christi Ballet has enriched the lives of   thousands of dancers, aspiring performers, and patrons of the   arts in the Lone Star State, and its 50th anniversary is truly   cause for celebration; now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th   Legislature, hereby commend the company members, directors, and   supporters of Corpus Christi Ballet for their outstanding   contributions to this exemplary cultural institution in South   Texas and extend to all congratulations on five decades of   success and best wishes for the future; and, be it further          RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for   the Corpus Christi Ballet as an expression of esteem from the   Texas Senate.     Hinojosa of Hidalgo                 ________________________________          President of the Senate               I hereby certify that the     above Resolution was adopted by     the Senate on May 5, 2025.                 ________________________________          Secretary of the Senate                 ________________________________           Member, Texas Senate