Sunday, August 18th, 2019, 3-4 pm. Please plan to attend. Some of the subjects that will be covered include: meeting the staff, school guidelines and policies, performance opportunities, volunteer opportunities, and fundraising events..

The Lovingly Used Leotard Sale will take place one hour before and one hour after the parent meeting on Sunday, August 18th, 2-3 pm and 4-5 pm. Donations of any gently used dancewear or ballet shoes (no pointe shoes) can be brought to the Boulder Ballet office until August 15th. All proceeds go towards the Tuition Assistance Program. Check or cash are accepted for payment. Any questions, please contact beth@boulderballet.org.

If your child was in level 1A or higher last spring, the teacher’s recommendation for fall is on the evaluation your child received at the end of the semester. If he or she is 3-4 years old, continue with Creative Movement. Five-year-olds should take Pre-Ballet. For 6-year-olds, speak to their last instructor for advice if you are not certain whether your child is ready to move to 1A.

Typically, students stay at a given level for one year, sometimes more when they reach the upper levels.

August 19 – January 11 (Note, there is one more class after winter break that is part of fall session)

Labor Day: September 2 Thanksgiving Break: November 25–30 Winter Break: December 23–January 5

Boulder Ballet does not close except as shown above.

Please check the BVSD website first thing in the morning if you think there is a chance the school district might close. Boulder Ballet cancels classes only when BVSD publishes district-wide school closure first thing in the morning. In such instances, Boulder Ballet will post that information to our homepage as early as possible.

Boulder Ballet has implemented a Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) to extend the artistry, passion, and sheer joy of dance to those children in the community who would otherwise not have the opportunity to obtain training and education in dance and for existing students who need temporary assistance due to unforeseen financial distress. Tuition assistance is based on a student’s financial need and aptitude for dance. Our ability to award assistance is dependent on funds being available. TAP information and an application form can be found at the top of this page.

Our end-of-year show is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, May 23 & 24. Please plan ahead so your child(ren) can take part. This show is great fun for the entire Boulder Ballet community. Your child must be registered for the spring session to participate in the performance. There is not a recital at the end of the fall session.

There is an annual family registration fee of $40 per year for the first family member and $20 per year for each additional member of the family. There is no registration fee for families for the Summer Program or for the Parent Tot class.

When you register your child in all classes offered in a level for 3A and above, our registration system will automatically calculate your discount. This also applies to the Boys Ballet and Teen classes.

Dancers registering for a pre-pointe class are required to take one additional technique class. Dancers who are registering for pointe class are required to take two additional technique classes.

If a student discontinues instruction on or before the third class, a refund will be given for the remaining tuition. No refund will be issued after the third class, except under extraordinary circumstances as determined by the school. Registration fees are non-refundable. To change or drop a class, please notify Beth in the school office.

Creative Movement, Pre-Ballet, and Boyz Dance students may wear comfortable clothing they can move in. Ballet shoes are strongly recommended as they work best on our studio floors. Please make sure long hair is pulled up or back.
Levels 1-7 – Girls – pink tights under a black leotard (level 7 dancers may wear a solid colored leotard of their choice), pink ballet slippers. Split soles are permitted for levels 5 and above. Hair must be in a bun and/or pulled off the face. Boys – black tights and a plain white t-shirt, tucked in. Either black or white leather ballet slippers. Boys 13+ should wear a dance belt instead of underwear. Long hair must be pulled back. Dancers not dressed appropriately for class will be given one warning. Subsequent incidences will result in being asked to sit out.

Because we need to see your alignment and technique so we can help you develop properly to avoid injuries and achieve success.

No. Please bring your belongings into the studio. This ensures security of your items and fire safety in the hall. PLEASE PUT YOUR NAME OR INITIALS ON YOUR SHOES, DANCEWEAR, AND WATER BOTTLES.

Because we want you to learn correctly, and execute steps cleanly and precisely. This ensures that you develop your muscles, correct alignment, and good solid technique, and also prevents injury.

Because your feet are not developed enough and you can harm your feet. This is why ballet feet have the stereotype of being ugly.

Definitely! If you are new to ballet you should start with a Beginning Ballet class. Then you can move up to the next level as soon as you feel ready. If it has been many years since you danced and you are worried that you don’t remember anything, you can certainly start with Beginning, but feel free to start with Beginning/Intermediate or Intermediate, depending on your previous experience.

We strongly prefer that you pay with cash or a check for a single class. As a non-profit, we try to keep our expenses as low as possible and credit card fees are a significant expense for us. You are welcome to use your credit card to purchase punch cards.

Auditions for the Nutcracker 2019 are held on Saturday, August 24, 2019, with the following schedule: Levels 2B, 3A & 3B—2–3PM Levels 4 & 5—3–4:30PM (bring pointe shoes) Levels 6 & 7—4:30–6PM (wear pointe shoes) Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled time to register. If a dancer is under 18, a parent must sign the audition form. Forms will be available on our website and at the registration desk. You will need to know the dancer’s height for the audition form.

Sorry, no.

From mid-September to later in October, cast members are likely to rehearse on Saturday afternoon. From late October through mid-November, rehearsals typically run on Saturday and Sunday. The week before performances, there are additional rehearsal times. There are performances at Macky Auditorium on the CU campus November 29-December 1 and in Longmont December 7–8.

Cast members are not allowed to miss any rehearsals at all. Please do not have your dancer audition unless she/he is available throughout the Nutcracker season. Failure to attend rehearsals can result in dismissal from the cast.

Yes, there is a $150 performance fee (per student) that is due by September 6th. In addition, a parent/guardian of the dancer is required to volunteer for a minimum of two shifts per family over the duration of dress rehearsals and/or performances. Failure to fulfil your volunteer obligation, will result in having to pay Boulder Ballet a fee of $150.

Dates are July 6-24, 2020. Full schedule will be available in March.

You will definitely want your child to bring a water bottle (marked with their name). They will need to stay well hydrated. If their class runs all day, have them pack a lunch. For level 3A/3B, they will want to have a snack. They are going to be working hard and will need plenty of fuel!

Students need to bring their pre-pointe or pointe shoes every day. Depending on their specials for the day, have them bring appropriate shoes and accessories, i.e. yoga mat, character or jazz shoes if they have them. Instructors will give them additional information on the first day of class.