Description

The high school Classical Ballet program is open to all students of at least 13 years of age and in the ninth grade. Courses focus on ballet and contemporary technique, pointe, ballet partnering, dance composition, improvisation and the command and development of character. All classes are available for a range of technical abilities. Our students have the opportunity to audition for school performances including “The Nutcracker.” Those not cast will enroll in repertory classes that have performances opportunities at the end of the term. Students also have the chance to perform in works choreographed by college seniors. Working with our dance curriculum, the high school academic program is an integral component in the education of our students. All 10th grade Classical Ballet students take four academic courses. Students in the 11th grade may take three or four academic courses, and 12th grade students may take between two and four academic courses.