Overview
The goal of the Curriculum Ballet program is to provide young dancers, aged 6 - 18, with a solid technical foundation in preparation for possible professional careers. To that end, we ask that students commit to the entire nine-month program.
Registration and Audition
All students interested in participating in Curriculum Ballet Levels I through V MUST attend the late summer placement audition. A $15 non-refundable fee is due with the Registration Form. Letters will be mailed a week after the audition stating the student's placement for the year along with more information regarding performances, volunteering, etc. Typically each level at TPB is a two year level.
A $25 non-refundable fee is due with any LATE registration.
If you missed the placement audition, please email Michelle Davis, TPB's Registrar, at michelle@theportlandballet.org to set up an additional audition time.
Payment
The Curriculum Ballet Program has three different options for payment:
- One Annual Payment
- Two Semester Payments
- Nine Monthly Payments by authorizing credit card
NOTE: This program must be purchased for the entire nine months and tuitions are not refundable. Please be sure that your child will complete the program before registering.
Limited scholarships are available- please inquire at the front desk at 503-452-8448 or email kate@theportlandballet.org
Checks, cash, VISA, and Mastercard are accepted. A $20 fee will be charged for each returned check and for monthly payments received after the 10th. Excused absences due to illness or injury may be made up in a lower level. No refunds. Tuition payments are NOT tax deductible as a charitable donation.
VERY IMPORTANT: At least one parent is required to attend the first 15 minutes of their dancer’s first class of the year.
Class Attire
ALL students are required to wear the leotard for their level to each class. In addition, girls wear pink tights and pink ballet slippers (full-sole Pre-ballet thru L4) and men wear black tights and black ballet slippers. If men wear t-shirts, they must be white and form-fitting.
Performing Opportunities
All full-time students with excellent attendance are invited to participate in the November production of La Boutique Fantasque and the end of the year recital. Students age 14-22 may audition for our youth company; please mark the box on the registration form indicating your performance desires.
Policies and Handbook
We ask that all students and their parents read and follow the TPB policies and guidelines as stated in the Student Handbook, available at the studio and online. Students may be dismissed for failure to adhere to standards set forth in the Handbook. |
