Press Release After a pivotal chapter of leadership, Louisville Ballet’s CEO, Leslie Smart, will transition from her role as Chief Executive Officer of Louisville Ballet to serve on its Board of Directors and as Co-Chair of the 75th Diamond Anniversary Committee. Smart stepped into leadership nearly three and a half years ago during a critical moment for Louisville Ballet, guiding the organization to a strong financial footing with renewed momentum. “Leading Louisville Ballet during this...

Press Release Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg and the Louisville Zoo are celebrating the birth of a colobus monkey at the Zoo. In the early hours of Thursday morning, May 7, 6-year-old female “Ate” (pronounced “ah-tay”) gave birth to a healthy boy. The father is 13-year-old “Dr. Sheldon Cooper.” Both mother and baby are thriving. In addition to his parents, the new addition will receive nurturing support from “aunties” Nali and Phyllis. Colobus monkeys have an impressive social structure...

Press Release It’s a girl! Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg and the Louisville Zoo are excited to announce the birth of a Masai giraffe. The yet‑to‑be‑named giraffe calf was born at 10:45 a.m. on Sunday, May 3, to 9‑year‑old mother Kianga and 10‑year‑old father Baridi following a 450 to 465-day gestation. Weighing 190 lbs. and measuring 74 inches tall, the calf was up and walking within moments. A name will be announced in the coming weeks. This pregnancy was a planned part of the Association...