Upper division classes challenge emerging artists with the increased rigors of classical Vaganova training, emphasizing turnout, flexibility, strength, coordination, musicality and pointe work for the female students and aerial work for the young men.
Upper Division dancers are invited to join the Classical Ballet Theatre's Junior and Senior Company. Classical Ballet Theatre Academy Upper Division students train at some of the most prestigious summer programs in the country.
Upper Division students are required to train for a minimum of 5 weeks during the summer at either the Classical Ballet Theatre or a professional company's summer program. Students must notify the office if training elsewhere. CBT will contact all training programs to verify attendance. They are also required to take at least one week of CBT Choreography Camp. Summer training is mandatory for participation in our annual Nutcracker production. Upper Division dancers are also expected to perform in the Theatre's 2 major productions each year. Dancers who qualify to take class in the Upper Division who choose not perform may take classes at the Intermediate level or below.
Intermediate
Basic pointe work is emphasized in each class as students continue to focus on placement, strength, flexibility, aplomb and artistry.
Class Requirements for Intermediate (see schedule for day/time):
Intermediate may take unlimited classes but are required to take the following:
- 4 Intermediate Technique
- Upper Division Jazz
- Upper Division Modern
- Junior and Contemporary Company (by invitation)
Advanced
Pointe work and technical challenges increase. Advanced students are allowed and encouraged to take unlimited classes above and beyond those required at their level.
Class Requirements for Advanced (see schedule for day/time):
Advanced may take unlimited classes but are required to take the following:
- 4 Advanced Technique Classes
- Upper Division Jazz
- Upper Division Modern
- Senior Company
- Contemporary Company (by invitation)
Pre-Professional Program
Pre-Professional students are required to take the following classes (see schedule for day/time): 6 or more Technique classes per week (all en pointe) |
A very small group of emerging artists make up the ranks of our Pre Professional Program. Entrance is by audition only, and acceptance is at the discretion of our Artistic Director, Alisher Saburov. Participants must sign a contract, commit to the program and attend all classes and rehearsals without fail. Failure to do so will result in release from the program. Participants of this level perform the majority of leading roles for al Classical Ballet Theatre productions and public presentations.Junior and Senior Company Class
The Classical Ballet Theatre Company Classes are composed of dancers selected by the Artistic Staff.
Pas de Deux
Advanced dancers learn the basic vocabulary and techniques of dancing with partners. This class is by invitation only.Jazz
Students will learn classical jazz choreography in the funk, lyrical and Broadway jazz styles.Modern
Classical, Horton, Graham and Limon style modern taught at the Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced levels. Performance presentations are at the end of the year.
Private Lessons
Private lessons with individual faculty members may be arranged through the Administrative Office.
Upper Division Contemporary Company
In preparation for the launch of our Pre-Professional Modern/Contemporary Training Program in September 2012, CBT is proud to present the formation of the Upper Division Contemporary Company. Company participation includes weekly technique class, a weekly company class, and a Master Class series with internationally known teachers, choreographers and dancers, as well as choreography workshops and performances.
Upper Division Modern/Contemporary
Dancers are challenged with complex contemporary technique and movement patterns based on the techniques of Graham, Limon, Taylor and Humphrey. Full body integration, strength, strength, musicality, stamina and stage craft are emphasized. Participants must have at least 5 years of ballet training.
