There are many benefits to training at Ballet Austin Academy, for both the student and family.

• At the end of the year, Intermediate and Advanced Division students participate in the Academy Spring Performance.
• All Academy students train in the same state-of-the-art facilities as Ballet Austin’s professional dancers, providing the opportunity/access to view Company rehearsals of upcoming performances.
• A select group of Ballet Austin Company Dancers serves as instructors in the Intermediate and Advanced Divisions.
• Live accompaniment is an important aspect of a professional ballet training program and is provided for all Intermediate/Advanced Division classes.
• Levels 4-9 participate in “Opening Night at the Ballet,” a program for our students that provides them with one complimentary ticket to four opening night performances of Ballet Austin’s season, (with the exception of The Nutcracker.)
• Intermediate and Advanced Division students participate in conferences with Ballet Austin Academy Artistic Staff once or twice each year.
• 20% discount on all single tickets for Ballet Austin’s five annual productions at The Long Center, including The Nutcracker.
• Discounts for parents for Butler Center for Dance & Fitness classes and workshops.
• Complimentary BeWell Talks for Academy parents and students, featuring relevant topics for families.
• FREE or reduced-rate parking, on-site or nearby.

The Nutcracker: All students registered in the Intermediate / Advanced Division are eligible to audition for Ballet Austin’s 61st annual production of The Nutcracker! Auditions for student performers will be held at Ballet Austin in September 2023.

Health and Safety Protocols

• All student performers are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19.
• Face masks may be worn during rehearsal and performances at the Long Center if deemed necessary. Performers will not be masked while on-stage performing.