2025S0376-1 04/30/25
By: Hinojosa of Hidalgo S.R. No. 487
SENATE RESOLUTION
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.