Our Story
The Yellowstone International Arts Festival was founded by the “most influential ballet family of our time,” Teresa Khan MacKay and her husband, Gregory MacKay. Their children, international ballet stars, Julian Mackay, Nicholas MacKay, Nadia Khan and Maria Sascha Khan were all born and raised in Montana. Their dream is to bring this international acclaim back to where it all began. They are committed to giving back to others.
The goal is to build a platform, that brings together international expertise, top artistic talents, and visionaries. The Festival is formatted to produce unforgettable cultural experiences, under the Big Skies of Montana. Our emphasis is on excellence, innovative approach, integrity and transforming lives through the beauty of the Arts.
Touted as the “ballet treasures from the treasure state" in a major Washington Post feature, the siblings' worldwide audience reach includes London, New York, Beijing, Moscow, Paris, Shanghai, Tokyo, Rome and beyond.
Help us reach our goal
The YIAF operates under the non-profit Youth Arts in Action
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