The Final Preparation to Professional

Having acquired a firm foundation of dance technique in the Lower School, as well as a solid base of knowledge in the General Arts studies, students are now groomed for their professional careers. Their workload increases and broadens, with the gradual linking together of all of the different elements that come together in Classical Ballet, and then, in the final two tiers, they learn how to package, present, represent and advocate for their art form.

The Upper School also refines the study of arts techniques with emphasis on stylization, stylistic consistency, continuity of presentation, distillation of interpretation and effectiveness of communication through the various disciplines. In depth study of all aspects of technique is demanded. Standards are very high in the Upper School, and graduation is achieved only by those students who truly become accomplished young artists.

Degree

Associate Degree, International Baccalaureate (in development)

Curricula

• Ballet

• Pointe/Male Technique

• Variations

• Pas de Deux/Partnering

• Choreography/Improvisation

• Modern Dance Technique

• Contemporary Dance

• Body Mechanics

• Drama/Shakespeare Acting

• Stage Management/Lighting