What’s New
Company Class Spring Season 2024
Starting January 16, join us for company ballet class at new times:
Tuesdays & Thursdays 11am-12:15pm
Register now
Fridays 11am-12:15pm
Register now
Professional dancers (age 18+) are welcome!
Questions? Email info@brooklynballet.org
Lately At Brooklyn Ballet
First Photo: Ingrid Silva with Dylan Santos, credit Julie Lemburger
In 2015, as we introduced The Brooklyn Nutcracker to the world, the exceptional Ingrid Silva graced our stage as our first-ever Sugar Plum Fairy! Renowned for her artistry with Dance Theatre of Harlem and her pioneering spirit in dance and activism on a global scale, she triumphantly returns alongside her partner, Dylan Santos, ready to captivate audiences once more with their dazzling performance!
Join us for our annual production at the Kings Theater, December 16 at 2pm and 7pm! Hurry, limited seating!
Second Photo: Dancers from the Brooklyn Ballet Youth Ensemble at Bed Stuy BID's Winter Wonderland
Dancers from our Brooklyn Ballet Youth Ensemble took to the streets of Bed Stuy to perform a series of festive holiday dances for Bed Stuy Gateway BID's Winter Wonderland's Community Night-- an event to light the tree at Marcy Plaza and meet neighborhood businesses and friends!
Third Photo: Teaching artists Audrey Borst, Tristan Grannum, and Valentina Olaya lead an Elevate demonstration
With our Elevate program reaching more than 15,000 K-12 students across New York City, we are seeking teaching artists to join our team! From hands-on training to demonstrations in schools and organizations for dancers of all ages, we are committed to offering access to dance education for all!
If you are interested in applying or would like to learn more, please email your resume to Tristan Grannum at tristan@brooklynballet.org
Fourth Photo: Thank you for your generosity this #GivingTuesday! Please consider Brooklyn Ballet in your year end giving and be a part of our Keep Brooklyn Dancing campaign. Together we will continue to support arts education, scholarships, the creation of new works, and our future fund to keep us dancing through our next 20 years.
It's #GivingTuesday!
The Brooklyn Nutcracker Community Matinee 2023
Friday, December 15, 2023
Kings Theatre
1027 Flatbush Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11226
- 10:00am
- 12:30pm
Tickets are only $10 per seat! (Groups of 10 or more)
A re-imagined holiday classic, The Brooklyn Nutcracker fuses ballet, hip-hop and a myriad of world dance genres to create a new tradition for today’s audience. New York’s only culturally inclusive production, The Brooklyn Nutcracker transforms familiar Nutcracker characters and scenes to represent the diverse traditions and vibrant culture of Brooklyn. From the landscape of the old Dutch Brooklyn to the iconic Flatbush Avenue, the production is fresh and full of virtuosity and celebrates the borough we call home.
We are thrilled to offer this special performance for students, senior citizens and other community members to enjoy this magical performance at a steeply discounted rate.
The performance is appropriate for all ages.
To request tickets, click on the links below:
If you are a director, teacher, or principal who is interested in more information, please email Tristan Grannum at tristan@brooklynballet.org. Kindly email instead of calling the studio. Thank you, and we can't wait to see you at the show!
Brooklyn Ballet Incubator
Featuring Brian “Hallowdreamz” Henry & JoVonna Parks
Professional dancers, age 18+ of all dance styles are welcome!
Email taylorgraham@brooklynballet.org to register!
Brooklyn Ballet School Open House
The Open House offers open sample classes for students age 3-17. All classes are free and open to the public. Students are encouraged to register in advance, but it's not required.
New students age 12-17 are welcome to attend as a placement audition for the 2023/2024 school year.
Capezio will also be in attendance selling dress code items.
Saturday, September 16
10am-1pm
Brooklyn Ballet
Register for the Open House below:
Children's Nutcracker Audition
Join us for our Children's Audition for Brooklyn Ballet's production of The Brooklyn Nutcracker at Kings Theatre, December 15 & 16, 2023!
Weekly rehearsals at Brooklyn Ballet, starting October 23. Dancers rehearse once a week on Monday evening, Saturday afternoon, or Sunday morning/afternoon.
Dancers must be available all day Friday, December 15 & all day and evening Saturday, December 16 to perform. No exceptions!
In-Person Audition
Sunday, October 1
Brooklyn Ballet
160 Schermerhorn Street
Brooklyn, NY
Age 7-8
12:00pm-12:45pm
Age 9-11
12:45pm - 1:45pm
Age 12-17
2:00pm - 3:30pm
- The audition will include a ballet class and repertoire. Ballet experience is necessary.
- Dancers should wear leotard, tights, and ballet slippers or form fitting attire they can dance in.
- Dancers with long hair should have their hair in a secure bun or similar hairstyle.
- Dancers should arrive dressed and ready to dance with their own water bottle.
- All dancers are encouraged to attend. Priority will be given to current Brooklyn Ballet students.
Email info@brooklynballet.org for more information.
Meet Our New Board Members!
Together, these board members bring diverse expertise and a shared commitment to the arts while further reinforcing our commitment to artistic excellence, community outreach, and inclusivity. We look forward to working towards achieving our strategic goals and future expansion with our growing board this season and beyond!
See HERE for our full list of board members.
Fall Programs for Children & Adults
Children’s Classes
Age 3-17
Register here
Adult Classes
Age 18+
$22 drop-in classes, absolute beginners welcome!
Register here
Brooklyn Ballet Incubator
Brooklyn Ballet is seeking new, emerging, and diverse choreographers for the Brooklyn Ballet Incubator, September 2023, and annual Spring Season 2024.
For 20 years Brooklyn Ballet has radically reimagined who makes ballet, who performs ballet, and who gets to enjoy ballet. We built a vibrant organization inspired and driven by our belief in the transformative power of dance. Our repertory, guided by Artistic Director Lynn Parkerson, expands the art form of ballet in unique directions, incorporating multi-cultural dance forms and interdisciplinary influences. We created a vibrant and inclusive organization. At the core is a deep commitment to making dance accessible to all through public and community performances and robust educational programs. Each year Brooklyn Ballet directly touches the lives of more than 20,000 people through an innovative range of work including, Brooklyn Ballet Company, School, and Elevate. Visit brooklynballet.org for more information.
Brooklyn Ballet Incubator
September 5-8 & 12-15, subject to change
Brooklyn Ballet Incubator is a 4-day, process-based dance workshop for Brooklyn Ballet dancers and professional dancers, age 18+. It is an opportunity for dancers to play, learn, and grow in an inclusive and collaborative environment. Brooklyn Ballet Incubator is a process-focused workshop, not end-product focused.
Brooklyn Ballet Incubator is an opportunity for Brooklyn Ballet’s Artistic & Leadership Team to meet new choreographers for future collaborations and/or potential commissions. While participation in Brooklyn Ballet Incubator isn’t a commission offer, choreographers selected to participate in Brooklyn Ballet Incubator will be considered for commissioned work for Brooklyn Ballet’s Spring Season 2024.
Brooklyn Ballet Incubator Choreographers will lead one (1) 4-day workshop of 2.5 hours (10am-12:30pm or 2-4:30pm) daily classes that include: improvisation, collaborative exploration, phrase work, and choreography.
The choreographer’s rate for one (1), 4-day workshop is $1,000.
This program welcomes applications from parents, with a childcare subsidy of $500 provided by Liza Yntema, who has also generously underwritten one choreographer’s stipend for the next two years.
Submission Process
Brooklyn Ballet is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all and values diversity, inclusivity, equity, and access at every level of our organization. Brooklyn Ballet does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, disability, gender, gender identity, familial status, age, or sexual orientation.
Brooklyn Ballet encourages BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
Choreographers of diverse dance styles and backgrounds, such as: Ballet, Pointe, Modern, Contemporary, Jazz, African, and Street Dance are strongly encouraged to apply. An ability to collaborate and choreograph on dancers specializing in diverse dance styles is preferred.
Choreographers must be 18 years old and eligible to legally work in the U.S. by July 31, 2023.
Applicants must submit through the Brooklyn Ballet Choreographer Submission Form by July 31, 2023 at 11:59pm. There is no fee to apply. Incomplete and/or late submissions may not be considered.
No phone calls. For questions, email Alison Mixon, Associate Director, at alisonmixon@brooklynballet.org.
Shaakir Muhammad Masterclass
Join Shaakir Muhammad, Norwegian National Ballet and BB Alumnus, for a masterclass on Saturday, June 24, 2-4pm at Brooklyn Ballet.
Brooklyn Ballet and non-Brooklyn Ballet intermediate to advanced students, age 12-17 are welcome to attend.
The masterclass will include: ballet class, repertoire, and Q&A.
Pointe shoes aren't required. Students who dance on pointe should bring their pointe shoes.
Email info@brooklynballet.org for more information.
We look forward to dancing with you!
Ballet III/IV Masterclass Pop-Up Series
Monday, May 22 6–7:30pm Ballet III & Pointe with Lauren Bonfiglio, American Ballet Theatre |
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Tuesday, May 23 6–8pm Ballet IV & Variations with Ingrid Silva, Dance Theatre of Harlem |
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Wednesday, May 24 6–7:30pm Ballet III & Pointe with Yinet Fernández, Dance Theatre of Harlem |
Students do not need to be currently enrolled at Brooklyn Ballet to participate.
Email alisonmixon@brooklynballet.org for more info and to register.
Brooklyn Ballet at Open Streets on Montague
Join Brooklyn Ballet for an open ballet class and performance as part of Open Streets on Montague. Free!
Schedule
2-2:30pm - Open Ballet Class
2:30-4pm - Performance by Brooklyn Ballet students and professional company
Location
Montague Street between Clinton and Henry
Injury Prevention Workshop
Join Harkness Center for Dance Injuries' athletic trainer, Joshua Honrado, DAT for a fun, informative, and interactive injury prevention workshop, Sunday, April 16 at 12-1:30pm at Brooklyn Ballet!
Participants will learn the foundations of injury prevention including injury facts, nutrition basics, hydration, rest, cross training, periodization, training considerations, sleep hygiene, and stress management.
The workshop will also include valuable self-release techniques that can be performed with Gaynor Minden's roller kit. Participants are encouraged to bring their favorite foam roller and massage tools.
Brooklyn Ballet and non-Brooklyn Ballet students, age 12+ are welcome. Non-Brooklyn Ballet students, email info@brooklynballet.org to register.
Register Now for Spring Semester
Masterclass with Amanda Smith
We're excited to host a fun and interactive Masterclass with Amanda Smith on Sunday, January 8, 1-3:30pm at Brooklyn Ballet.
Amanda Smith, Brooklyn Ballet Guest Artist and Dance Theatre of Harlem Company Member, dazzled audiences and won our hearts as the Sugarplum Fairy in this year's production of The Brooklyn Nutcracker!
What to Expect
- The masterclass will include a ballet class, variation, and Q&A
- Brooklyn Ballet and non-Brooklyn Ballet intermediate to advanced ballet students (age 12-17) are welcome to attend.
What to Wear & Bring
- Students should wear form-fitting ballet attire with ballet slippers.
- Pointe shoes are not required.
- Students dancing on pointe should bring their pointe shoes.
Tuition & Registration
- $25 for Brooklyn Ballet students. Register here
- Free for Conservatory Training Students, email info@brooklynballet.org to confirm attendance
- $35 for non-Brooklyn Ballet Students, email info@brooklynballet.org to register
The Brooklyn Nutcracker Community Matinee
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Friday, December 16, 2022
11:30am
Kings Theatre
1027 Flatbush Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11226
Tickets are only $10 per seat!
A re-imagined holiday classic, The Brooklyn Nutcracker fuses ballet, hip-hop and a myriad of world dance genres to create a new tradition for today’s audience. New York’s only culturally inclusive production, The Brooklyn Nutcracker transforms familiar Nutcracker characters and scenes to represent the diverse traditions and vibrant culture of Brooklyn. From the landscape of the old Dutch Brooklyn to the iconic Flatbush Avenue, the production is fresh and full of virtuosity and celebrates the borough we call home.
We are thrilled to offer this special performance for students, senior citizens and other community members to enjoy this magical performance at a steeply discounted rate.
The performance is appropriate for all ages.
If you are a director, teacher, or principal who is interested in more information, please email Tristan Grannum at tristan@brooklynballet.org.
To request tickets, please fill out the 2022 Ticket Request Form.
We can't wait to see you at the show!
Open Company Class Starts October 25
Join Brooklyn Ballet for company ballet class 11am-12:15pm on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.
Classes are Tuesday, October 25 to Tuesday, December 13.
- Tuesday with Tristan Grannum
- Thursday & Friday with Barry Kerollis (10/27 and 10/28 with Kat Wildish)
Professional dancers (age 18+) are welcome!
LOCATION
Brooklyn Ballet, 160 Schermerhorn Street, Brooklyn, NY
Brooklyn Ballet Incubator with Nicole von Arx & Guests
September 12-16, join Nicole von Arx & Guests for an interactive and process-focused workshop for professional dancers (ages 18+). Brooklyn Ballet Incubator is an opportunity for dancers to play, learn, collaborate, and grow through creative exploration, contact improvisation, repertoire, and partnering.
Ballet, modern, contemporary, and hip hop dancers are encouraged to attend. Full week and single/drop-in classes are available!
When: September 12-16, 2:30-5pm
Where: Brooklyn Ballet
160 Schermerhorn Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11201
Tuition assistance is available. Email info@brooklynballet.org for more information.
Let's Keep Dancing Brooklyn!
Pre Ballet & Elementary Ballet Summer Camps
Pre Ballet (age 3-4)
July 5-8 | 9am-12pm
Elementary Ballet (age 5-7)
July 11-15 & 18-22 | 9am-3pm
Join us for our fun summer dance camps featuring ballet, creative movement, tumbling, yoga, arts & crafts, and more. Beginners are welcome!
“Next Step” Summer Intensive (Ages 8-17)
SPOTS STILL AVAILABLE!
Don't miss your chance to study with our world-class faculty in the heart of downtown Brooklyn.
Master teachers for Week 3: August 15-19 for Levels I-IV!
Audrey Borst (Ballet), Brooklyn Ballet, Jamal Jackson Dance Company, Sarah Bush Dance Project
Claire Camp (Contemporary Jazz), Bway: Frozen and Cats, Film/TV: The Gilded Age and Fosse & Verdon
Courtney Cochran (Ballet), Brooklyn Ballet, Black Iris Project, Dance Theatre of Harlem
Natasha M. Diamond-Walker (Modern), Martha Graham Dance Company, Kyle Abraham, Annie-B Parson
Miku Kawamura (Ballet), Brooklyn Ballet, K-Ballet, Albano Ballet
“Next Step” Summer Intensive, Age 8-17
August 1-19 | 9:30am-4pm
Week 1: August 1-5, Levels III & IV Only
Week 2: August 8-12, Levels III & IV Only
Week 3: August 15-19, Levels I, II, III & IV
In-Person & Virtual Placement Audition, Age 8-17
Sunday, July 10, 1-3:30pm at Brooklyn Ballet
New students who attend the Placement Audition on Sunday, July 10 receive 20% off their tuition!
REGISTER FOR THE PLACEMENT AUDITION
Adult Ballet Summer Semester
June 13 - August 22
Keep dancing this summer in our adult ballet classes taught by BB's fantastic faculty.
Absolute beginners are welcome!