Thank you for your
interest in America’s Ballet School.
Whether or not a
dance career is
planned, we are dedicated to give every student the best training
possible and to bring to the community the art of ballet
ABS as
a professional Ballet School concentrates on classical curriculum until
the fundamentals have become solidly fixed within the muscle memory of
the nervous system. Our goal is to establish a foundation of solid,
secure ballet technique.
Classical Ballet is
a performing art
that enriches our spirits. Communicating through movement, and the
evocative language of ballet to express yourself, is a wondrously and
original experience. Classical Dance style was handed down from Jean
Georges Noverre through Carlo Blasis to Enricco Cecchetti ( Italian
School ) and from Noverre through Johansson and August Bournonville to
Gerdt and Legat ( French School ). Also the terms ballet and classical
dance refers to the carefully studied analysis by Vaganova who is best
remembered for her pioneering work in establishing the world-famous
Soviet ballet syllabus. The renowned virtuosity of twentieth-century
Russian ballet dancers is directly attributable to the system she
created.
The syllabus of America’s Ballet School is based on the
classical Russian tradition and is enhanced by contemporary dance forms
and ideas, to enrich the life of our young dancers by providing great
teachers, choreographers and professional performing opportunities that
will leave them with wonderful memories for years to come.
The
opportunity to watch and share the stage with professional ballet
dancers gives the students the inspiration needed to sustain years of
training. One valuable aspect of studying at ABS is the opportunity to
gain stage experience in works created especially for them. Performing
improves coordination and sharpens one’s mind; it also instills
confidence, discipline and determination.
Parents are a very
important part of our School and are encouraged to become involved. We
couldn’t accomplish it all without wonderful volunteers, supporters,
and financial sponsors. ABS has an open door policy and parents may
contact the school with any question they may have. Thanks to all of
you who help make the school possible.
We HOPE our dance program always encourages you
the best
efforts, brings you much happiness and a lifelong appreciation of this
beautiful and exciting art form. We are looking forward to working with
you in hopes of making this year not only enjoyable but a meaningful
learning experience in a positive environment and a constructive
working atmosphere. Students who learn early that focused and
persistent efforts bring noticeable improvement and rewards in life,
will develop an optimistic conviction that all goals are attainable.
We are delighted to have your child at ABS and are our priority to make
sure your child’s year is productive, and memorable.