Performance Opportunities
Performance Opportunities
Louisville Ballet's Production of The Brown-Forman Nutcracker
Students of The Louisville Ballet School, ages 7-18 within the height range of 3’10” – 5’4″, have the opportunity to audition for children’s roles in this magical production. This is a chance for young dancers to be a part of a long-standing Louisville holiday tradition and to rehearse and perform alongside the professional dancers of the Louisville Ballet.
Audition information and registration information is available at louisvilleballet.org/childrens-auditions.
Spring Dance Festival
May 9-10, 2025
The Spring Dance Festival is The Louisville Ballet School’s opportunity to open our doors to the community. The story ballet within the festival is the main stage feature performance designed especially for the students of The Louisville Ballet School. Performers discover the art of storytelling through dance while sharing in the traditions of the full-length classical ballets. Being a part of the Spring Dance Festival gives students the opportunity to show the skills learned in ballet class on stage, see the other levels of the school, build self-confidence, and have a lot of fun! The story ballet is the one opportunity a year for every level of our school to share the stage and work together.
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2024-2025 Spring Dance Festival Handbook
2024-2025 Online Rehearsal Schedule
STORY BALLET
Performers discover the art of storytelling through dance while sharing in the traditions of the full-length classical ballets. Being a part of the story ballet gives students the opportunity to show the skills learned in ballet class, build self-confidence, work as a team, and have fun! Students enrolled in the Classical Ballet and Academy Programs are eligible to enroll in the Story Ballet performance. Students enrolled in the Pre-Professional Program are auto-enrolled as members of the Louisville Ballet Youth Ensemble.
SPRING COLLECTION
Our Spring Collection showcases a variety of dance styles! Students enrolled in elective classes from the Complementary Program, Repertoire, Ballet Bound, and mind. body. balance. programs are eligible to enroll in Spring Collection.
PETITE FINALE
Petite Finale celebrates our tiniest dancers levels showcasing all the skills they’ve learned in class as they take their first steps onto the stage! Students enrolled in Creative Movement 1, Creative Movement 2, or Pre-Ballet are eligible to enroll in Petite Finale.
LOUISVILLE BALLET YOUTH ENSEMBLE GALA
Enjoy a stunning display of the strength and talent of the next generation of dancers. Celebrate the artistry and versatility of our Pre-Professional Program dancers as they present a diverse repertoire of classical and contemporary works. Students enrolled in the Pre-Professional Program are auto-enrolled as members of the Louisville Ballet Youth Ensemble.
Louisville Ballet Youth Ensemble Presents...
Fall Showcase
November 9-10, 2024
Ogle Center, Indiana University Southeast
This annual performance marks the LBYE’s first show of the year. At the end of the Fall Semester, the Downtown studios will come to life with a blend of original choreography and beautiful classics. The Louisville Ballet Youth Ensemble offers patrons and parents the chance to see this wonderful performance in an intimate setting.
Louisville Ballet Youth Ensemble Gala
May 9, 2025
This performance showcases the Louisville Ballet Youth Ensemble, featuring excerpts from classical ballets as well as neoclassical and contemporary world premiere ballets choreographed by Louisville Ballet company dancers, The Louisville Ballet School faculty, and Louisville Ballet Youth Ensemble members. This program serves to enrich the artistic growth of each young dancer as well as delight audiences. This annual performance marks the final performance for LBYE season.