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CURRICULUM
The curriculum of the Long Beach Ballet reflects that of all of the major ballet schools of the
world. The school's entire focus is the training of classical ballet and
classical performance skills. Our weekly schedule includes ten levels of
ballet training beginning with Pre-Ballet for 4 and 5-year-olds. Other forms of dance, including jazz, modern
and character dance, are offered during the summer and provide exposure to the varied demands of a professional company.
Formal evaluations are conducted annually in
September.
Written evaluations are sent home together with level assignments effective
in October.
PERFORMING OPPORTUNITIES
Each year students
participate in two large, full-scale productions. In December, David
Wilcox's spectacular and world-famous production of The Nutcracker
is presented at the Long Beach Terrace Theater and is considered an
entertainment highlight for the city of Long Beach.
Each June all students
participate in the Annual
School Performance -- an elaborate full-scale production
created by David Wilcox exclusively for The Long Beach Ballet
Academy.
TEEN/ADULT DIVISION
For teenagers and adults not pursuing a professional dance career, who nonetheless
desire to begin or continue ballet training.
THE COMPANY
Advanced level students are eligible
to audition for the performing company The
Long Beach Ballet is a select group of talented and dedicated students who
are given the opportunity to experience the atmosphere of a professional
company. The Long Beach Ballet provides
a bridge between classroom training and a professional career. Members work with
an array of international talent, including world-renowned choreographers, directors and dancers.
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