Ballet Program Overview:

Coordinator:
Jonnie Lynn Jacobs-Percer
jacobsji@uc.edu


SEPTEMBER 12TH, 9AM-2-PM: FALL OPEN HOUSE WEEKEND

As a part of our Open House Weekend you can meet our administrators and program directors, observe classes and take auditions with the Cincinnati Youth Ballet Company (2:30-4PM). We will be offering your child the opportunity to participate in a sample dance class. For more information call (513) 556-2595.

CCM YOUTH BALLET COMPANY AUDITIONS

Auditions for placement will be held on September 12th at 2:30pm. Conditioning classes will take place September 8th, 9th and 10th. Call (513)-556-3214 for more information.

LEVEL CLASS AUDITIONS

New students who wish to be placed in Level classes must audition. Auditions will be held on September 10th (TBA Dance studios) . See the table below to find your audition time.

Ages 7-11   5:00pm
Ages 12-16   6:00pm
Advanced Students   5:30pm

 

FACULTY

Steve Beirens
Thomas Bell
Isabele Elefson
Diane Goldman
Jennifer Goodlett
Jeanne Harper
Jonnie Lynn
Jacobs-Percer
Mary Anne Schaeper
Tricia Sundbeck
Suzette Boyer Webb

Distinctive and welcoming, the CCM Preparatory Ballet Program for all ages is proud to be housed within one of the few collegiate classical ballet programs in the United States. The CCM Preparatory Ballet Program’s philosophy is that every child deserves careful and personal training from qualified instructors, making it open to all.

Beginning classes do not require a placement audition. Students wishing to be placed in an upper level should contact the ballet office to schedule an audition. As students progress, they are expected to attend multiple classes that are listed in the program book. Exceptions to this must be approved by the Coordinator of the program. At the appropriate time, students are encouraged to begin Pointe classes. At the conclusion of the academic year, students are evaluated and given a recommendation for placement for the next year. Ballet classes for both beginner and advanced students are available in the summer.

Benefits of the CCM Preparatory Ballet Program:
• Classes are small in size with instructors specially trained to teach young children.
• Classical ballet discipline sets our program apart from others.
• Children learn in a structured, yet relaxed environment.
• A pianist accompanies each ballet class.
• Private viewing booth allows parents to watch their children without distracting the class.
Please view the student handbook for policies and expectations regarding the ballet program.

CLASSES FOR BEGINNER STUDENTS

Young Students:
Children experience movement, musicality and the joy of dance in a warm and encouraging atmosphere.
• Creative movement — ages 3, Saturdays 10–11am
• Primary — Ages 4–5, Saturdays 10–11am OR Wednesdays 5:30–6:30pm
• Continuing Primary — Ages 5–6, Saturdays 9 –10am
• Beginning Ballet — Ages 7–11, Saturdays 9am–10am
• NEW - Boy's Ballet — Ages 9+, Saturdays 1 –2pm

Older Students:
 • Beginning Teen / Adult Ballet — Ages 12+, Saturdays 12noon – 1pm
• Intermediate / Advanced Adult Ballet— Ages 12+ (audition or teacher recommendation) Saturdays 11 – 12:30pm; Wednesdays 6:30-8pm

LEVELS FOR BALLET

New students must audition for placement.
Auditions for classes will be held on September 6 at the Open House.
Level I: Saturdays 9 –10am, Wednesdays 6:30–7:30pm
Level II: Saturdays 11–12pm, Mondays 6:30–7:30pm
Level III: Saturdays 11:30 –1:00pm, Mondays 6–7:30pm
Level IV: Saturdays 1–2:30pm, Wednesdays and Fridays 5–6:30pm
Level V: Saturdays 1–2:30pm, Tuesdays and Fridays 5–6:30pm
Level VI: Saturdays 1:30–3pm, Mondays - Thursdays 5–6:30pm
Level VII: Saturdays 1:30–3pm, Mondays - Thursdays 5–6:30pm
Partnering Class: Wednesdays 6:30–7:30pm
Pre-Pointe: Fridays 6:30–7:30pm
Pointe I: Fridays 6:30–7:30pm
Pointe II: Mondays 6:30–7:30pm
Pilates Class: Friday 5:30-6:30pm

Costs per semester:

Ballet Cap $850 per semester    
Creative Movement, Primary and Continuing Primary
   $225
Beginning Ballet (any age), Boy's Ballet, Level 1 & 2   $250
  One class per week   $250
  Two classes per week   $350
Ballet levels 3 and up    
  One class per week   $275
  Two classes per week   $375
  Three classes per week   $475
  Four classes per week   $575
  Five classes per week   $675
Adult punch card option (for adult, not adv. students) $85 for 5 classes
CCM Ballet Company
  The Mini Company   $150
  The Junior Company   $250
  The Senior Company   $375
  The Youth Ballet Company (auditions required)   $375
  The Adult Ballet Group   $150

CCM YOUTH BALLET COMPANY (audition required)

Choreographed by Prep ballet faculty and professional dancers and teachers from the community, the Company performs two fully produced concerts each year, and also participates in other performances around the Tri-state.
The CCM Youth Ballet Company is designed to give serious young dancers specialized training and performance opportunities in a professional atmosphere. The Youth Ballet Company, Levels V-VII, provides dancers with challenging, age-appropriate choreography designed to make them grow not only as artists, but as responsible young adults. The Junior Company offers the same dance experiences as the Youth Ballet Company with a less rigorous rehearsal schedule. It is an ideal way for students to experience and develop their performance skills, critical to the education and life of a dance. Experienced students in Level IV rehearse one or two days per week for a total of three to four hours. Students in Level II and III rehearse one day per week for one hour.

ADULT BALLET PERFORMANCE GROUP

This is a new performance ensemble for all adults who love ballet and want to perform. A dancer must be at level V ability and take at least one CCM Prep ballet class to be eligible. The adult group will rehearse from 8-9pm on Wednesdays.
Choreographed by Prep ballet faculty and professional dancers and teachers from the community, the Company performs two fully produced concerts each year, and also participates in other performances around the Tri-state.

Required Dance Attire for Class

Boys wear black tights, a solid white t-shirt, thin white socks, and white ballet slippers for all level classes.
Primary, Beginning Ballet & Levels I-IV Ballet:
Girls: Leotard #2100 by Motionwear
Pink tights and ballet shoes (any make or style)
Ballet Classes Levels V–VII:
Girls: Mirella style #207 leotards (black only).
Pink tights and ballet shoes (any make or style)
Black ballet wrap skirt MS12
Ballet Company:
Leotards style TBD
Pink footed seamed tights

Places to purchase dance attire:
Diana’s Dance: 792-0970
Fabulous Feet Dancewear: 661-2241
Loshin's Dancewear: 531-5800
Schenz Theatrical Supplies: 542-6100