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# St. Paul Ballet

To lift the human spirit through the art of ballet

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- [Frontpage](https://spballet.org/) - Thank you for your support to lift the human spirit through the art of dance. Join our mailing list * indicates required Email Address * First Name Last Name
- [Boomer Ballet & Lifelong Classes](https://spballet.org/education-community-division/boomer-lifelong-classes/) - Boomer Ballet 1 55+ Boomer Ballet 1.5 55+ Boomer Ballet 2 55+ Lifelong Ballet 40+ About Classes, Dancewear and Shoes The health benefits of dance Boomer Ballet 1 55+ Boomer Ballet 1.tSM for 55 and better Boomer Ballet 1,SM is a class designed specifically for the 55+ age group. It is based on the Royal
- [Summer 2026 Children's Classes ages 2.5-8](https://spballet.org/education-childrens-division/summer-2026-childrens-classes-ages-2-5-8/) - SUMMER 2026 CHILDREN’S CLASSES Ages 2-6 No experience necessary! Bring your joy and energy to explore the fundamentals of movement in developmentally appropriate classes. Experienced teachers with pedagogical knowledge provide a nurturing environment where each child can develop according to their potential. Scroll down for descriptions, dates and times: PARENT & ME: SUMMER OUTDOORS &
- [Faculty & Accompanists](https://spballet.org/school-year-division/faculty/) - Teaching Artists:Kaylie Bullock, School DirectorLeanne Campbell-NoonanDexter CarlsonHelen HatchAlejandra IannoneJill LileBlake NellisChristina OnuskoErin DrummondAloe Ao Liu, Guest ArtistEmilia Garrido Vasquez, Guest ArtistLaura Greenwell, Guest ArtistAccompanists:Amelie BanksMartha BrownMichael KoernerPat LylesSally ReynoldsMelanie SafarJoe Strachan KAYLIE BULLOCK, School DirectorKaylie serves as School Director at Saint Paul Ballet, where she is dedicated to cultivating technically strong, artistic, and confident dancers
- [School Calendar](https://spballet.org/school-calendar/) - CALENDAR Sep 2025-May 2026This calendar is in process and updated regularly. Please check back often. Questions? 651-690-1588 or spb@spballet.org (Last updated Sep 20, 2025)SEPTEMBER 2025Sep 8: FIRST DAY OF CLASSES! Adult-Teen classes also resume.Sunday, Sep 14 time TBA Parent/Dancer Meet and Greet. It’s powerful when we all come together to support each other.Parents, caregivers
- [2025-26 Junior Levels](https://spballet.org/2025-26-junior-levels/) - Bring your joy and energy to explore the fundamentals of ballet technique. Experienced teachers provide a nurturing environment where each child may develop according to their potential. In addition to technique, classes include creative workshop which allows time to create and explore choreography. All classes taught by SPB faculty with live accompaniment. Do you offer
- [Children's Classes ages 2.5-6](https://spballet.org/education-childrens-division/childrens-classes-ages-2-5-6/) - FALL 2026 SCHEDULE OUT JULY 6TH! FALL 2026 – SPRING 2027 Ages 2.5-6 No experience necessary! Bring your joy and energy to explore the fundamentals of movement in developmentally appropriate classes. Experienced teachers with pedagogical knowledge provide a nurturing environment where each child can develop according to their potential. Scroll down for descriptions, dates and
- [Elementary Ballet A & B ages 7-9+](https://spballet.org/education-childrens-division/elementary-ballet-a-b-ages-7-11/) - Bring your joy and energy to explore the fundamentals of ballet technique. Experienced teachers provide a nurturing environment where each child may develop according to their potential. In addition to technique, classes include creative workshop which allows time to create and explore choreography. All classes taught by SPB faculty with live accompaniment. Do you offer
- [2025-26 Middle Levels](https://spballet.org/school-year-division/2025-26-middle-levels/) - For new students: AGES 7-11+: Elementary Ballet A & B: Register for class in your age group. No placement or audition needed. AGES 9-13+: Junior Levels 1-2 School-Year Training Program: Please contact School Director at spb@spballet.org or call 651-690-1588 to arrange a placement class. AGES 11-17: Middle Levels 3-4 School-Year Training Program: Please contact School Director at
- [2025-26 Upper Levels](https://spballet.org/school-year-division/2025-26-levels-5-7/) - For new students: AGES 9-12+: Junior Levels 1-2 School-Year Training Program. Please contact School Director at spb@spballet.org or call 651-690-1588 to arrange a placement class. AGES 11-17: Middle Levels 3-4 School-Year Training Program. (with ½ year of pointe experience) Please contact School Director at spb@spballet.org or call 651-690-1588 to arrange a placement class. AGES 13-22: Upper Levels 5-7 School-Year
- [Support Our Dancers](https://spballet.org/support/) - DONATE THROUGH GIVEMN MORE WAYS TO GIVE LEGACY GIVING: If you’re 70 or older, one especially meaningful way to support St. Paul Ballet is through a gift directly from your IRA. This type of gift—often called a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)—can help you meet your required minimum distribution while keeping the amount you give out of your taxable
- [SPB Store](https://spballet.org/about-us/spb-store/) - POP UP SHOP OPEN!• Order online here or at the SPB desk. • Stop by the sample rack at the studio to try on sizes for ordering.• SPB will contact you when your order is ready for pickup.SORRY ABOUT THE DELAYS!We are working on getting the order to enough pieces. We’ll let you know as
- [Adult/Teen Classes](https://spballet.org/education-community-division/adult-teen-classes-ages-13/) - BOOK YOURSELF FOR Ballet 2-4, Lifelong, and Boomer 1 & 2! NEW! Teen starter sessions 7-WEEK INTRODUCTORY SessionBallet 1: TEEN Fundamentals (ages 12.5-17) This is for the teen with no ballet experience! Learn the basic steps, class etiquette, direction of movement, and more. Ages 12 (by June 1, 2026) through 17. This Session meets one time
- [2026 Annual Spring Showcase](https://spballet.org/2026-annual-spring-showcase/) - Friday, May 29 at 7:00pmSaturday, May 30 at 1:00pmThe O’Shaughnessy The O’Shaughnessy | 2004 Randolph Ave. | St Paul, MN 55105 TICKETS: MAY 29TH 7:00PM TICKETS: MAY 30TH 1:00PM In Full Bloom! Annual Spring Showcase In Full Bloom! is a radiant celebration of the artistry and passion of St. Paul Youth Ballet and student dancers.
- [Jobs at St Paul Ballet](https://spballet.org/jobs-at-st-paul-ballet/) - School Director Position OverviewSt. Paul Ballet seeks a School Director to lead the artistic, educational, and operational direction of the St. Paul Ballet School. The School Director oversees curriculum development, faculty leadership, student training, and school productions while fostering a healthy and collaborative school culture. The School Director reports to the Board of Directors (Board
- [On Stage 2026](https://spballet.org/on-stage-2024/) - Friday, May 29, 2026 at 7:00pmSaturday, May 30 2:00pmThe O’ShaughnessyThe O’Shaughnessy | 2004 Randolph Ave. | St Paul, MN 55105More information and tickets>
- [Vision and Mission](https://spballet.org/about-us/vision-and-mission/) - VisionSaint Paul Ballet’s vision is to lift the human spirit through the art of ballet.MissionSaint Paul Ballet’s mission is to perform a vibrant repertory with a passion for the highest level of excellence, provide the finest dance education and reduce barriers to involvement in the art of dance.About Saint Paul BalletToday’s dancers are more versatile than ever,
- [SUMMER 2026 Elementary Ballet ages 7+](https://spballet.org/education-childrens-division/summer-2026-elementary-ballet-ages-7/) - SUMMER 2026 CHILDREN’S CLASSES Ages 7+ No experience necessary! Bring your joy and energy to explore the fundamentals of movement in developmentally appropriate classes. Experienced teachers with pedagogical knowledge provide a nurturing environment where each child can develop according to their potential. Scroll down for descriptions, dates and times: INTRO TO ELEMENTARY BALLET SUMMER age
- [Starting as a Teen? ages 12-17](https://spballet.org/education-community-division/introductory-ballet/) - Starting as a Teen? ages 12-17 7-WEEK INTRODUCTORY SessionBallet 1: TEEN Fundamentals (ages 12.5-17) This is for the teen with no ballet experience! Learn the basic steps, class etiquette, direction of movement, and more. Ages 12 (by June 1, 2026) through 17. This Session meets one time a week on Wednesdays. Dancers progress to Ballet 2:
- [Summer Children's Classes ages 2.5-8](https://spballet.org/education-childrens-division/summer_childrens_classes_ages_2_6/) - 2021
- [2026 St Paul Youth Ballet Performance](https://spballet.org/on-stage-2024/2026-st-paul-youth-ballet-workshop/) - Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 2:00pmPaikka Event Center Paikka Event Center | 550 Vandalia St. Suite 165 | St Paul, MN 55114$16 adults, $12 students 18-22, $8 children under 18 Newly launched St Paul Youth Ballet performs original works by Erin Drummond, Helen Hatch, Blake Nellis, and Elayna Waxse along with an excerpt from Paquita
- [2025 The Nutcracker Reimagined](https://spballet.org/2025-the-nutcracker-reimagined/) - Friday, Dec 12 at 7:00pmSaturday, Dec 13 at 12:30pm and 5:30pmThe O’Shaughnessy The O’Shaughnessy | 2004 Randolph Ave. | St Paul, MN 551053 BUY TICKETS DIRECTLY FROM THE O'SHAUGHNESSY Go to the O’Shaughnessy website ONLY to purchase tickets starting at $5. WE DO NOT authorize third party ticket sellers who are not charging Pay As
- [About St. Paul Ballet](https://spballet.org/about-us/) - St. Paul Ballet is recognized for its dedication to classical training, dance education and professional performances of its youth company. Today’s dancer can do more than ever and choreographers are embracing the new fluid boundaries of ballet. Whatever 21st century ballet becomes you can be sure it will be deep and wide and rich as
- [Staff and Board of Directors](https://spballet.org/staff-and-board-of-directors/) - Interim School DirectorElayna Waxse ewaxse@spballet.orgExecutive DirectorLori Gleason lgleason@spballet.orgBoard of DirectorsNikki Bjornrud, Chair, MN Office of the State Auditor nbjornrud@spballet.orgAmber Genetzky, Co-Secretary, Chiropractor, and Diplomate of the Neurology Board, SMSC Wellness Center agenetsky@spballet.orgKatherine Kreiser, Co-Secretary, Business Development Director, Covance kkreiser@spballet.orgAnna Maury, Treasurer, Senior Manager, Product Strategy and Deployment at Siemen’s amaury@spballet.orgGreg Kryzer, Interim County Administrator at Wright
- [Faculty-Christina Onusko](https://spballet.org/faculty-christina-onusko/) - Christina Onusko, Teaching Artist -Ballet Ms. Onusko began her training in her native Pennsylvania. She performed with the Hartford Ballet and principal roles with Ballet West Virginia including Cinderella and the Lilac Fairy in The Sleeping Beauty. For five years she served as the Assistant Artistic Director at Ballet West Virginia. She has been a
- [SCHOLARSHIPS](https://spballet.org/scholarships/) - Scholarships Do you offer scholarships? Yes, we offer need-based scholarships. If tuition is a barrier, please complete the application HERE OR call and ask for a scholarship application. We would like to provide dance for any child who would like to try! Please complete the application and mail, email or bring it to our studios at: 655 Fairview
- [Children's Classes ages 2.5-8](https://spballet.org/education-childrens-division/) - FALL 2025 - SPRING 2026 Bring your joy and energy to explore the fundamentals of movement in developmentally appropriate classes. Experienced teachers with pedagogical knowledge provide a nurturing environment where each child can develop according to their potential. Do you offer scholarships? Yes, we offer need-based scholarships. Please complete the application and mail, email or
- [School Leveled Program Index](https://spballet.org/2025-summer-courses-and-classes/) - INDEX OF CLASSES LEVELS 1-7 For new students: AGES 9-13+: Junior Levels School-Year Training Program: Please contact School Director at spb@spballet.org or call 651-690-1588 to arrange a placement class. AGES 11-17: Middle Levels School-Year Training Program: Please contact School Director at spb@spballet.org or call 651-690-1588 to arrange a placement class. AGES 13-22: Upper Levels School-Year Training Program:
- [Summer 2025 Middle & Upper Levels 4-7](https://spballet.org/school-year-division/summer-2025-middle-upper-levels-4-7/) - August 21 OPEN HOUSE AND PLACEMENT CLASS Open House and Placement Class for Fall! $25 for dancers new to SPB or returning students who did not take over the summer months For Level 3/4 5:00-6:30pm BOOK>For Level 5/6/7 5:00-7:00pm BOOK> What to wear:Female identifying — Leotard, tights and ballet slippers. Tights and slippers should match in
- [Our Studios](https://spballet.org/studios-at-st-paul-ballet/) - Our three studios are open at the 655 Fairview Business Center! With the help of many volunteers the St. Paul Ballet studios came together. Thank you! • 15 gallons paint• 1,150 foam blocks• 180 sheets plywood• 940 drywall screws• 440' of wooden barres• 28 wall brackets • 120' mirrors• 4000 sq. ft. flooring• 1300' floor
- [Summer 2025 Junior Level ages 10-12](https://spballet.org/school-year-division/summer-2025-junior-level-ages-10-12/) - SUMMER STUDY PLACEMENT AUDITIONS For summer placement contact our School Director by emailing spb@spballet.org: AGES 10-12: Junior Level Please contact School Director at spb@spballet.org or call 651-690-1588 to arrange a placement class if your dancer is not a previous SPB student. • Ages 13 – 22 Upper Level (with minimum 2 years pointe experience) • Ages
- [2025 Annual Spring Showcase](https://spballet.org/2025-annual-spring-showcase/) - Friday, May 30 at 7:00pmSaturday, May 31 at 2:00pmThe O’Shaughnessy The O’Shaughnessy | 2004 Randolph Ave. | St Paul, MN 55105 GET TICKETS In Full Bloom! Annual Spring Showcase In Full Bloom! is a radiant celebration of the artistry, resilience, and passion of St. Paul Ballet’s student dancers—an uplifting experience we all need right now.
- [FAQ](https://spballet.org/faq/) - FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)How do I register?What level am I in?Where are classes held?What do I wear?How much is tuition?Do you offer scholarships?School Calendar?Are there performance opportunities?Conferences?What are the STUDIO RULESMay I make up a class?May I get a refund?What is the weather policy?May I watch class?When are rehearsals?How can I volunteer?Questions? Call 651-690-1588 or
- [Equity](https://spballet.org/equity/) - Our work on equity has only begun. Dear students, families, donors, patrons and the community, St. Paul Ballet is fully committed to fostering a community that is inclusive for all dancers. We acknowledge and condemn the inequalities that separate the powerful from the powerless. Specifically, we acknowledge the systems of power that have successfully executed
- [2024 The Nutcracker Reimagined](https://spballet.org/2024-the-nutcracker-reimagined/) - Friday, Nov 22 at 7:00pmSaturday, Nov 23 at 2:00pm and 7:00pmThe O’Shaughnessy The O’Shaughnessy | 2004 Randolph Ave. | St Paul, MN 551053 DONATE TO VIDEO PRODUCTION The Nutcracker Reimagined St. Paul Ballet is thrilled to announce that our beloved Nutcracker: REIMAGINED is returning for 2024! This production features our incredible Youth Company alongside CAAM
- [ONLINE REGISTER/APP](https://spballet.org/online-register-app/) - Welcome to our online system! St. Paul Ballet is happy to partner with Wellness Living for our customer registration, booking of classes and payments. New Student Registration Current Student: Sign In to Online Booking How to get Apps APPLE STOREOn your iPhone or iPad, open the App Store app.Tap the Search tab to look for
- [Gift Certificates](https://spballet.org/about-us/gift-certificates/) - ORDER ONLINEEnter the amount and the email address of your dancer. Add a personal message and the date you would like to send.It’s that easy for your dancer to receive a gift from you!
- [2024 Spring Showcase Filming & Photos](https://spballet.org/2024-spring-showcase/) - Spring Showcase 2024 performances were filmed and edited by Caitlin Hammel, Twin Cities filmmaker.The 2024 Spring Showcase took place May 31 and June 1.The Spring Showcase was a treat for the entire family. We hope you enjoy revisiting the performances or seeing them for the first time.What does Tchaikovsky have to do with a Western rodeo?Find out
- [2024 August Study: Middle-Level & Auditions](https://spballet.org/2024-summer-study-middle-level/) - Middle-Level August Sessions. Fall placement audition and registration Aug 10. MIDDLE LEVEL ages 11-14AUGUST SUMMER STUDY WEEK 1: August 5-9AUGUST SUMMER STUDY WEEK 2: August 12-16• Classical ballet technique• Pre-Pointe/Pointe/RepertoireIntensive weeks preparation for fall placement. LIVE accompaniment by our roster of professional musicians!$155 per week | Mon-Thurs 4:30-6:30pm BOOK YOURSELF ON CALENDAR BELOW SATURDAY, AUGUST
- [2024 August Study: Upper-Level & Auditions](https://spballet.org/2024-summer-study-upper-level/) - Upper Level Drop-in Classes Aug 5-16. Fall placement audition and registration Aug 10. UPPER LEVEL DROP-IN CLASSES ages 13-23Drop-in classes for upper level ballet students. Technique and pointe class. SPB Level 5 and 6 students and students new to SPB with a minimum of 2 years pointe. Maximum age 23.AUGUST DROP-IN CLASSES: M-F, August 5-16• Upper Level Drop-in Classes Aug 5-16. Fall placement audition and registration Aug 10. UPPER LEVEL DROP-IN CLASSES ages 13-23Drop-in classes for upper level ballet students. Technique and pointe class. SPB Level 5 and 6 students and students new to SPB with a minimum of 2 years pointe. Maximum age 23.AUGUST DROP-IN CLASSES: M-F, August 5-16•
- [Education: Community Division](https://spballet.org/education-community-division/) - We remain committed to inclusive excellence, especially for those who are marginalized, and will continue to offer scholarships and find a spot for anyone who wants to dance! Our organization is a non-profit and our staff are hourly employees. Their contribution to the vitality of our lives is hard to quantify: beautiful movement and music
- [REGISTER/LOGIN](https://spballet.org/register-login/) - Welcome to our online system! St. Paul Ballet is happy to partner with Wellness Living for our customer registration, booking of classes and payments. New Student Registration Current Student: Sign In to Online Booking How to get Apps APPLE STOREOn your iPhone or iPad, open the App Store app.Tap the Search tab to look for
- [2024 Annual Spring Showcase](https://spballet.org/2024-annual-spring-showcase/) - Friday, May 31 at 7:00pmSaturday, June 1 at 2:00pmThe O’Shaughnessy The O’Shaughnessy | 2004 Randolph Ave. | St Paul, MN 55105 GET TICKETS Annual Spring Showcase! What does Tchaikovsky have to do with a Western rodeo? Find out on this ballet adventure featuring excerpts from Aaron Copland’s Appalachian Spring and Tchaikovsky’s The Sleeping Beauty. This
- [On Stage](https://spballet.org/on-stage/) - 2024 Annual Spring ShowcaseFriday, May 31 at 7:00pmSaturday, June 1 at 2:00pmThe O’Shaughnessy 1514 Englewood Ave. | St Paul, MN 55104TICKETS AND MORE INFORMATION
- [Children's Dance for Ages 2.5-5](https://spballet.org/education-childrens-division/parent-me/) - FALL 2023 – SPRING 2024 Everybody dance! No experience necessary! Bring your joy and energy to explore the fundamentals of movement in developmentally appropriate classes. Experienced teachers with pedagogical knowledge provide a nurturing environment where each child can develop according to their potential. Choose either Parent & Me (ages 2.5-4) or Creative Dance (ages 4-5
- [Our favorite moments from 2023](https://spballet.org/our-favorite-moments-from-2023/) - Saturday, December 21 at 1:00pmSaturday, December 21 at 6:00pm Please join us for a Q&A with the cast immediately following the Saturday matinee! Buy Tickets EARLY BIRD SPECIAL! Family-friendly prices for the entire month of November. Prices listed at The O’Shaughnessy e-ticket site for November only (Click on the Buy Tickets button above.) Full-priced Tickets
- [2023 Nutcracker Reimagined filming](https://spballet.org/2023-nutcracker-reimagined-filming/) - SPB@25: The Nutcracker Reimagined Nutcracker Reimagined performances were filmed and edited by Caitlin Hammel, Twin Cities filmmaker.December 1 & 2, 2023St. Paul Ballet’s 25th anniversary performances were a celebratory affair, brimming with holiday magic and seasonal brilliance, crafted by St. Paul Ballet.The enchanting journey begins with a Christmas Eve party where Uncle Drosselmeyer, a gifted
- [Elementary Ballet and Level 1 ages 7-9+](https://spballet.org/school-year-division/beg-ballet-1-2/) - REGISTRATION FOR 2nd Semester open For new students: AGES 2.5-6: Register for class in your age group. No placement or audition needed. AGES 7-8: Elementary Ballet. Space is limited please call if you are interested 651-690-1588. AGES 9-19 in the School-Year Training Program: Please contact School Director Christina Onusko at conusko@spballet.org or call 651-690-1588 to arrange a placement class.
- [2023 SPB@25: The Nutcracker Reimagined](https://spballet.org/2023-spb25-the-nutcracker-reimagined/) - Friday, Dec 1 at 7:00pmSaturday, Dec 2 at 2:00pm and 7:00pmThe O’Shaughnessy The O’Shaughnessy | 2004 Randolph Ave. | St Paul, MN 551053 GET TICKETS SPB@25: The Nutcracker Reimagined St. Paul Ballet’s 25th anniversary performances will be a celebratory affair, featuring alumni from the past 25 years as well as special guests. To mark our
- [Newsletter Archive](https://spballet.org/newsletter-archive/) - Ethnic Dance Theater viewing party Nutcracker 2007Russian snows at 42:01 2021 Best of The NutcrackerSnows at 44:23 2019 A Nutcracker Story with Sewell Ballet dancers. Dolls in party scene: Ragdoll, Ballerina Doll, Soldier Doll
- [SPB@25: The Nutcracker Reimagined](https://spballet.org/spb25-the-nutcracker-reimagined/) - Friday, Dec 1 at 7:00pmSaturday, Dec 2 at 2:00pm and 7:00pmThe O’Shaughnessy The O’Shaughnessy | 2004 Randolph Ave. | St Paul, MN 551053 GET TICKETS SPB@25: The Nutcracker Reimagined St. Paul Ballet has created a special edition for our return to the stage last year, the SPB@25: The Nutcracker Reimagined Join us for sprinkles of
- [Education: School-Year Division](https://spballet.org/school-year-division/)
- [SPB Dancewear 2023-24](https://spballet.org/about-us/spb-dancewear-2022-23/) - NOTE: During the first couple of weeks of classes, while waiting for shipments to arrive, you may wear a leotard from a previous year or a dark solid colored leotard. Click on Shop Our Store button. (Teacher ID: 138471)Choose your level to order directly from SPB’s Discount Dance account.Please choose the leotard color found under
- [Calendar: Sep 2022-Aug 2023](https://spballet.org/general_calendar/) - Juneteenth, Monday June 19th holiday: No Classes. Continuous enrollment for new students! SUMMER 2023! JUNE 2023 May 28 – June 4: 1st SUMMER BREAK (NO CLASSES) June 19: Juneteenth holiday (NO CLASSES) Friday, June 30: Fall Placement Class 1 for new students (School-year Programs) JULY 2023 July 4: Independence Day holiday (NO CLASSES) Saturday, July
- [Welcome Spring! 2023 Annual Showcase](https://spballet.org/welcome-spring-2023-annual-showcase/) - Friday, May 5 at 7:00pmSaturday, May 6 at 2:00pmThe O’Shaughnessy The O’Shaughnessy | 2004 Randolph Ave. | St Paul, MN 55105 GET TICKETS Welcome Spring! Welcome Spring! Celebrates the rich emotion and exuberance of St. Paul Ballet’s student dancers. Audiences will ride the surging emotions of the music together with the dancers in this perfect
- [Opera in Motion: 2023 Music & Arts Series at Hamline Church](https://spballet.org/opera-in-motion-2023-music-arts-series-at-hamline-church/) - Sunday, April 30 at 4:00pmHamline Church 1514 Englewood Ave. | St Paul, MN 55104 GET TICKETS Opera in Motion Classical chamber music on period instruments featuring Paul Jacobsen’s newly transcribed overtures from Mozart’s Magic Flute and Marriage of Figaro, and Gluck’s transcendent Dance of the Blessed Spirits from Orfeoet Eurydice. St. Paul Ballet dances conceived
- [2022 Best of The Nutcracker](https://spballet.org/2022-best-of-the-nutcracker/) - Friday, Dec 2 at 7:00pmSaturday, Dec 3 at 2:00pm and 7:00pmThe O’ShaughnessyThe O’Shaughnessy | 2004 Randolph Ave. | St Paul, MN 551053 GET TICKETS Best of The Nutcracker! St. Paul Ballet has created a special edition for our return to the stage last year, the Best of The Nutcracker! Join us for sprinkles of seasonal
- [2022 Invite The Moon To Dance](https://spballet.org/2022-dance-with-the-moon/) - TICKETS! CAAM Chinese Dance Theater has invited St. Paul Ballet to guest in their upcoming performance presenting Key To A Revelation by choreographer, Helen Hatch. Launching CAAM Chinese Dance Theater’s 30th Anniversary season, Artistic Director Jinyu Zhou brings together her original choreography, CAAM CDT dancers and live music by Gao Hong, internationally award-winning Pipa virtuoso
- [Archived](https://spballet.org/archived/)
- [2021 Best of The Nutcracker filming](https://spballet.org/2021-best-of-the-nutcracker-filming/) - December 10 & 11, 2021: Best of The Nutcracker performances Best of The Nutcracker performances were filmed and edited by Caitlin Hammel, Twin Cities filmmaker.St. Paul Ballet created a special edition for our return to the stage after 18 months of the pandemic, the Best of The Nutcracker featuring crowd favorites by Lirena Branitski including the
- [Teaching Artist-Siri Drontle](https://spballet.org/faculty-siri-drontle/) - BrainDanceCONNECTING MIND AND BODYBallet teacher Siri Drontle sings with her class of four and five-year olds in a warm-up she uses each time they’re together. To the tune of a childhood nursery rhyme, they sing, “This is the way we breathe in and out, breathe in and out, breathe in and out!” With little chests
- [Faculty-Anthony Jones](https://spballet.org/faculty-anthony-jones/) - Da’Rius Malone, Ballet InstructorOriginally from Minneapolis, Anthony Jones began his early ballet studies at the Minnesota Dance Theatre & School followed by professional training at Canada’s National Ballet School and ultimately The School of American Ballet, where he studied on full scholarship under Stanley Williams, Andrei Kramarevsky, and Richard Rapp. He joined Seattle’s Pacific Northwest Ballet and was
- [Coronavirus (COVID-19) precautions for theater 2021](https://spballet.org/coronavirus-covid-19-precautions-for-theater-2021/) - COVID PRECAUTIONS: To ensure the safety of our patrons, students, artists and staff SPB will be requiring that all guests ages 3 and older wear face masks. Masks must be worn properly over both your nose and mouth. Bandanas and face shields are not sufficient substitutes for masks. At this time, no changes have been
- [Faculty-Helen Hatch](https://spballet.org/helen-hatch/) - Helen Hatch, Teaching Artist in BalletHelen Hatch is a dancer, choreographer and director based in Minneapolis. Named as one of Minnesota Monthly’s “10 Artists to Watch” in 2012, Helen was a member of Minnesota Dance Theatre from 2011-2017, dancing an eclectic range of repertory while also creating her own work. Since then, she has worked
- [Coronavirus (COVID-19)](https://spballet.org/coronavirus-covid-19/) - As of June 1, 2022: Masks are welcomed. If you test positive for COVID-19 please stay home and quarantine according to the following MN Dept. of Health guidelines. We’ll be happy to see you back in class when you recover. (Full guidelines https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/sick.html) Please visit the MN Dept. of Health website for recommendations: https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/close.html How
- [FALL 2022 AUDITIONS LEVELS 1-6](https://spballet.org/fall-placement-class/) - FALL 2022 PLACEMENT AUDITIONS Interested in joining our pre-professional program? Come to placement class during the week of August 22:For all new and returning students (Levels 3-6) observation will take place during classes. If you are not currently registered for an August session please call or email to arrange a single class: (651) 690-1588 •
- [Lirena Branitski: Celebration of Life August 7, 2022](https://spballet.org/on-stage/lirena-branitski-celebration/) - CELEBRATION OF LIFE ON AUGUST 7th Please help to share the details for this gathering in remembrance of Lirena on August 7. We also invite you to please continue to share your memories and thoughts in tribute to Lirena on kudoboard: MEMORY BOARD StarTribune article August 3, 2022> Dear family and friends of the SPB
- [Lirena Branitski](https://spballet.org/on-stage/lirena-branitski/) - Friday, Dec 10 at 7:00pmSaturday, Dec 11 at 2:00pmThe O’Shaughnessy The O’Shaughnessy | 2004 Randolph Ave. | St Paul, MN 55105 Best of The Nutcracker! St. Paul Ballet has created a special edition for our return to the stage, the Best of The Nutcracker! Join us for sprinkles of seasonal magic and joy that will
- [2019 A Nutcracker Story](https://spballet.org/a-nutcracker-story-2019/) - Saturday, December 21 at 1:00pmSaturday, December 21 at 6:00pm Please join us for a Q&A with the cast immediately following the Saturday matinee! Buy Tickets EARLY BIRD SPECIAL! Family-friendly prices for the entire month of November. Prices listed at The O’Shaughnessy e-ticket site for November only (Click on the Buy Tickets button above.) Full-priced Tickets
- [Toddler Tuesdays® at MOA](https://spballet.org/toddler-tuesdays-at-moa/) - Toddler Tuesdays® at MOAFree entertainment and more especially for toddlers at Mall of America in the Rotunda, east entrance.Performances will be at 10 and 11 a.m. You’ll also get the chance to make dazzling dancer crafts and learn some of the dance yourself, so make sure you remember your ballet shoes!May 3, 2022 –Get your tutus and ballet slippers ready,
- [From Choreographer Helen Hatch](https://spballet.org/from-choreographer-faculty-helen-hatch/) - Join Helen for a peek into the rehearsal process: Friday, January 24th, 2021 1:00-2:30PM at St. Paul Ballet studios. Hatch Dance x STRONGmovement Choreographers Helen Hatch and Darrius Strong join forces in a new collaborative work, HYBRID, as part of The Cowles Center for Dance and the Performing Arts Merges in March program. Premiering March 27th and
- [Faculty-Vivian Wolkoff](https://spballet.org/faculty-vivian-wolkoff/) - Vivian Wolkoff, InstructorVivian is a dancer and teaching artist in the Twin Cities. She graduated from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities with a BA in Dance and a minor in Developmental Psychology. She has performed in works by Joan Smith, Elayna Waxse, Armando Duarte, and Jason Noer. She has experience working with children
- [Boy's Class](https://spballet.org/education-childrens-division/parent_me_pre_ballet/) - No experience necessary! Bring your joy and energy to explore the fundamentals of movement in developmentally appropriate classes. Experienced teachers with pedagogical knowledge provide a nurturing environment where each child can develop according to their potential. We welcome new students at anytime. Please call or email for more information 651-690-1588 and spb@spballet.orgStudios at 655 Fairview
- [2021 Winter Showcase](https://spballet.org/on-stage/winter-showcase-2021/) - Buy Tickets EARLY BIRD SPECIAL! Family-friendly prices for the entire month of November. Prices listed at The O’Shaughnessy e-ticket site for November only (Click on the Buy Tickets button above.) Full-priced Tickets in December $22-$44 Assigned seating.Discounts for Students, Seniors, Military, Groups and St. Kate’s Alumni 2004 Randolph Ave | St Paul, MN 55105 | Box office
- [2021 Spring Showcase](https://spballet.org/spring-showcase-2021/) - You can expect the best from St. Paul Ballet! The Story of Petra and the Wolf, an adaption by St. Paul Ballet Once upon a time, there was a young, happy child named Petra. She lived with her Grandmother in a house at the edge of a vast, green meadow. Early one morning, she snuck
- [Faculty-Jennifer Mack](https://spballet.org/faculty-jennifer-mack/) - Jennifer Mack, Ballet InstructorJennifer’s 20+ year career in dance includes receiving several notable roles, awards & grants for her work as a dancer/performer, choreographer, instructor and adjudicator internationally in dance, theater, opera, music, film, and commercially with numerous companies, competitions, festivals, schools, studios and universities. Favorites include: Alternative Motion Project (founding dancer), Collide Theatrical Dance
- [Faculty-Da'Rius Malone](https://spballet.org/faculty-darius-malone/) - Da’Rius Malone, Ballet Instructor Da’Rius, from Chicago, IL, began his training under the direction of August Tye at Hyde Park School of Dance. Da’Rius is a 2014 graduate of The Chicago High School for the Arts (ChiArts), where he won the award for Scholar-Artist and had the privilege to perform works from leading Chicago dance
- [Faculty-Laura Greenwell](https://spballet.org/faculty-laura-greenwell/) - Laura Greenwell, Ballet InstructorLaura is trained in classical dance from Ballet Arts Minnesota, under the direction of Bonnie Mathis, Christina Onusko and Lirena Branitski. She continued her studies with the Butler Ballet, the dance department of Butler University in Indianapolis. For more than ten years she has been teaching Vaganova-based Russian ballet and pointe, and
- [Faculty-Alejandra Iannone](https://spballet.org/faculty-alejandra-iannone/) - Alejandra Iannone Ballet InstructorAlejandra was classically trained in the Cecchetti method and obtained her B.F.A in Dance performance from the Fordham University/ Ailey School. She is an ABT® Affiliate Instructor who successfully completed the ABT® Teacher Training Intensive in Pre-Primary through Levels 6, 7 & Partnering of the ABT® National Training Curriculum. Alejandra is certified
- [Faculty-Penelope Freeh](https://spballet.org/faculty-penelope-freeh/) - Penelope Freeh, Ballet and Composition Dancer, choreographer, educator, and writer Penelope Freeh dismantles antiquated modes of how ballet is taught, languaged, applied in research terms, and expressed physically, intellectually, performatively, and at the gut level. Through her practice of expanding the terms and exploding the tropes of ballet, she aims to meaningfully connect with a
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- [Faculty-Maureen Haworth](https://spballet.org/faculty-maureen-haworth/) - Maureen always wanted to be a dancer, but after a knee accident, being practical, she decided to be the best teacher she could be. Studying privately with Muriel Tweedy and Nina Hodgson she achieved the highest qualifications. She is an Advanced Member of the Royal Academy of Dancing in Ballet. Maureen was the youngest candidate
- [Faculty-Jill Lile](https://spballet.org/faculty-jill-lile/) - Jill Lile, Ballet Instructor Jill began her training in Omaha NE with teacher, Valerie Roche and continued her studies in summer programs at Banff and San Francisco ballet schools, the Royal Academy of Dancing in London and in various schools in New York City. She has a BFA and an MFA in dance from and
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- [Faculty-Rose Hartnett](https://spballet.org/rose-hartnett/) - Rose Hartnett, Ballet and Modern Instructor Rose studied classical ballet and contemporary dance with Ballet Arts Minnesota and Minnesota Dance Theatre for over a decade, where she began assistant teaching during her training. She continued her study of ballet and expanded her modern dance training by earning her BFA in Dance at Mason Gross School
- [Faculty-Barbara Weinstine](https://spballet.org/faculty-barbara-weinstine/) - Barbara Weinstine Barbara received her training with the Andaházys and is dedicated to the rich tradition of the Russian method, on which she bases her teaching. Barbara has studied with artists including Gabriela Komleva, Luba Gulyaeva, Marina Stavitskya, Alla Sizova, Vladimir Davidoff, Jurgen Schneider, and Carol Roderick. Barbara performed in classical ballets and original works
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## Performances

- [A Nutcracker Story](https://spballet.org/performances/a-nutcracker-story/) - Saturday, December 1 at 1:00pm and 7:30pm Sunday, December 2 at 2:00pm Please join us for a Q&A with the cast immediately following the Saturday and Sunday matinees! Tickets $20-$35 (fees not included) Discounts for Students, Seniors, Military, Groups and St. Kate's Alumni 2004 Randolph Ave | St Paul, MN 55105 | Box office 651-690-6700 GUEST ARTISTS
- [Spring Showcase May 10-11, 2014](https://spballet.org/performances/spring-showcase-2014/) - Saturday, May 10 and Sunday, May 11, 2014 Macalester College Theater, 1600 Grand Avenue, St Paul, MN 55105 Before the curtain rises at the ballet it takes roughly 8 to 10 years of training to become a professional ballet dancer. Simply leaping and turning are not enough. Ballet is an art that defies gravity to
- [Bella Luna -April 10-13, 2014](https://spballet.org/performances/bella-luna/) - Thursday, April 10th at 7:00 P.M. Friday, April 11th at 7:00 P.M. Saturday, April 12th at 1:00 P.M. & 7:00 P.M. Sunday, April 13th at 2:00 P.M. Tickets $16-$20 (Also available at the door one hour before performances) JSB Tek Box at The Cowles Center 528 Hennepin Avenue | Minneapolis, MN 55403 Stirring contemporary Saint
- [Clara's Dream - December 12, 14 & 15, 2013](https://spballet.org/performances/claras-dream-2/) - Clara's Dream Saint Paul City Ballet Company offers excerpts from the second act of The Nutcracker including some of your most beloved variations and divertisements to Tchaikovsky’s familiar score. For more info call Saint Paul City Ballet at 651.690.1588. December 14, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. in Chanhassen Chanhassen High School, 2200 Lyman Boulevard in Chanhassen,
- [Clara's Dream - December 12, 14 & 15, 2013](https://spballet.org/performances/claras-dream-2-2/) - Clara's Dream Saint Paul City Ballet Company offers excerpts from the second act of The Nutcracker including some of your most beloved variations and divertisements to Tchaikovsky’s familiar score. For more info call Saint Paul City Ballet at 651.690.1588. December 14, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. in Chanhassen Chanhassen High School, 2200 Lyman Boulevard in Chanhassen,