Session Description

Vitacca Ballet Youth Ensemble (VBYE) is a pre-professional, classically-focused performance company designed for advanced youth. Dancers ages 10–13 are selected by audition and train/rehearse in the Vitacca School. The season includes mentorship meetings, seasonal showcases, competitive events, opportunity to train with leading industry professionals, and Vitacca’s annual Dance Soiree in May. Select dancers are invited to attend YAGP and ADC/IBC. Director: Annika Dalbratt Program Includes 35 Weeks of Advanced Evening Technique Classes Repertoire Setting + Rehearsal School Performances Invitations to Season Competition Events Soloist Weekly Group Coaching Sessions Two dancer mentorship meetings per season (fall and spring) Private Coaching Options *not included in tuition Requirements Dancers must be ages 10–13 Accepted dancers must train exclusively at Vitacca School for Dance, Houston or Woodlands beginning in the Fall term Weekly Training Requirements – dancers will be required to follow their division's Pre-Pro classes + rehearsal period Dancers must be available for early August choreography workshop (date/time available at time of acceptance) Tuition 2024–25 Monthly Company Tuition: $600/month Includes: weekly rehearsals, ensemble choreography, additional rehearsals as needed, director fees and event coordination; 10 monthly payments per season 2024–25 One Time Wardrobe Fee: $240 Registration Fees for Competition, Convention, or Showcase: (varies per event)