Levels / Divisions
Areas of training include: classical ballet, Pointe, modern dance, neoclassical, barre au sol, Afro-Caribbean, character dance, Variation, partnering, dance history, contemporary dance, body conditioning, music and anatomy, Improvisation.
Don Quixote
Ballet by Marius Petipa, Music by Ludwig Minkus - Variation: Cupid variation
Grade VII
Ages 17 - Students in the Senior Division train 6 days a week.
Students accepted to the Senior Division have acquired the foundations of classical dance and have demonstrated the commitment and discipline required for serious ballet training. Specifically, they will have mastered the vocabulary and curriculum of the Junior Division. The curriculum of the Senior Division is designed to take students from intermediate foundations to advanced foundations. Students must possess advanced foundations in port de bras, center practice, pirouettes, adage, allegro and enchaînement. In their Senior years, students will also receive instruction in modern dance, dance history, music, acting, and anatomy.
Students at this level that have acquired advanced techniques are age-appropriate to start learning and performing variations of the classical repertoire as well as solo pieces on stage and in competition.
Photo description: Alexandria Ina Rose Bocca trained 10 years at BdA with Carole Alexis. She graduated with honors at the Professional Level/ Trainee.
Mandatory Uniform to be purchased in BdA Fundraising Boutique: Purple BdA tunic & “Rose Pale” BdA leotard, Pink seamed tights, black tights, alignment belt, pink canvas ballet shoes, BdA tracksuit.
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Grade VIII
Ages 18 -Students in the Senior Division train 6 days a week. Level 8 is the Graduation level and the final year of training.
During the final year, there will be individual orientation sessions for students and parents regarding the future of the student in the dance world. Will the student aim for a career as a dancer and, if so, will it be classical dance or modern dance or both? Other career paths in the field of dance or in the performing arts, in general, may also be considered. Finally, arrangements are made with the student and parents to prepare for gaining entrance to dance colleges and/or dance companies.
Students at this level that have acquired advanced techniques are age-appropriate to start learning and performing variations of the classical repertoire as well as solo pieces on stage and in competition.
Photo description: Isodale Alexis graduated at Level 8 with honors and join the Professional Company.
Tuition for the academic year: One installment of $7,650
Mandatory Uniform to be purchased in BdA Fundraising Boutique: Purple BdA tunic & “Rose Pale” BdA leotard, Pink seamed tights, black tights, alignment belt, pink canvas ballet shoes, BdA tracksuit.
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Graduation entrance to colleges or
dance companies
During the final year, there will be individual orientation sessions for students and parents regarding the future of the student in the dance world. Will the student aim for a career as a dancer and, if so, will it be classical dance or modern dance, or both? Other career paths in the field of dance or in the performing arts, in general, may also be considered. Finally, arrangements need to be made with the student and parents to prepare for gaining entrance to dance colleges and/or dance companies.
Students of the Senior Division participate in all School productions as well as in all master classes and workshops offered at Ballet des Amériques. Advanced students may be invited to participate in National and International Dance/Ballet Competitions. Students of the highest level may be invited to audition to enter the Company of Ballet des Amériques.
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Book an audition
To pre-register for the audition or simply to find out more, please call us at 914-229-3417 or write to us to us at admin@balletdesameriques.com, and we shall be glad to inform and assist