Milwaukee Ballet School & Academy

Happy National Dance Day! We are grateful for this special art form and the way it allows us to connect with our community. We hope you find some time to dance today!



📸 Photos Rachel Malehorn.

Good luck to all students auditioning for 'The Nutcracker' tomorrow! For those who have signed up, you can visit bit.ly/StudentCastMBSA for more information on the audition and student cast responsibilities.

📸 Photo Rachel Malehorn.

Our toddlers and caregivers have been enjoying one-on-one time together in our "Dance Along with Me" classes! It's not too late to register for a 5 or 6-week program—the next session begins the week of October 14 and classes are open to students ages 2 through 4 with an adult.

Visit bit.ly/mbsa-childrens to learn more and register!



📸 Photo Rachel Malehorn.

Share your love of dance with friends from outside our studios! From Monday, September 30 to Saturday, October 5, current students in Creative Movement through Ballet II & Boys I class will get to participate in this year's "Bring A Friend Week."

All student guests are required to sign up before participating, with limited slots available per class. The signup form can be found in the most recent My MBSA newsletter.

📸 Rachel Malehorn

Help us extend a warm welcome to our new faculty member, Tali Grubor! Tali says that the amount students can grow and learn directly corresponds to how much hard work they put into each class. She also believes that “what you learn from dance can be applied to your life outside the studio,” so students should be intentional with their practice.

Welcome to MBSA, Tali! Learn more about her and the rest of our faculty at milwaukeeballet.org/faculty-staff

📸 Headshot Rachel Malehorn. Photo courtesy of Tali Grubor.

Attention MBSA families: Remember to get your tickets for this year's Back to Ballet Bash! Due to popular demand, we're keeping registration open through Monday, September 16. You won't want to miss this MBSA night of fun with dancers, peers, and teachers!

Tickets are available at bit.ly/MBSA-Bash24

See our students onstage this holiday season! Lowest prices end tonight at www.milwaukeeballet.org/Nutcracker2024

Only 12 hours left for up to 50% off ‘Nutcracker’ tickets! Shop as low as $22/ticket through midnight tonight.

Visit www.milwaukeeballet.org/Nutcracker2024 to get your tickets ASAP!

📸 Milwaukee Ballet Company. Photo Rachel Malehorn.

Meet the students in our 2024/25 Rolando Yanes Pre-Professional Program! We're excited to welcome this talented class of young dancers to Milwaukee Ballet School for a year of rigorous training alongside Program Head Tatiana Jouravel-Malinkine and our other esteemed faculty members.⁠
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Learn more about the program at https://bit.ly/PPP-MBSA



📸 Rachel Malehorn

This weekend was our annual Ballet V Pointe Shoe Fitting! After years of preparation, these dancers are excited to begin this new chapter alongside their teachers and peers.

We're celebrating 50 years of MBSA! For half a century, we have had the privilege of sharing the joy of dance with Milwaukee. We're deeply grateful to all our students, past and present, who have shared their time and artistry with us. It remains an honor to serve this community with quality and professionalism, and we look forward to another 50 years of MBSA.

In celebration of our anniversary, take a look at some photos of MBSA over the years!

Photo Credits:
1: Marrissa S and Michael Sheridan in Summer Showcase, 1984 (Photo Richard Brodzeller)
2: MBSA Director Taras Kalba and student Juan Gamilla, 1993 (Photo Richard Brodzeller)
3: MBSA Students in The Adventures of the Cipollino, 2023 (Photo Rachel Malehorn)

MEET OUR FACULTY // Garrett Volpendesta joins MBSA as our new Hip Hop teacher! His advice to young dancers is to set personal goals with timeframes. He says that "goals are the key to success, so aim high and work towards them. Be sure to enjoy your journey to find your artistry."
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We are grateful to have Garrett as one of our motivating new instructors!

📸 Rachel Malehorn

Save up to 50% off tickets to 'The Nutcracker' during Milwaukee Ballet's annual 3-Day Sale! Check back on Tuesday, September 10 at 8 AM for redemption information.

(Milwaukee Ballet Company. Photo Rachel Malehorn.)

We’re still accepting enrollments for our 2024/25 school year! Save 50% off your first month when you call our Registrar at 414.902.2117 and use code FIRST50.

You can explore our class offerings for children ages 2+ at bit.ly/MBSA-SchoolYear. We hope to see you soon!

School Year Classes | Milwaukee Ballet School & Academy Students of all ages and experience levels are welcome to join Milwaukee Ballet School & Academy at three convenient locations this school year.

We’re still accepting enrollments for our 2024/25 school year! Save 50% off your first month when you call our Registrar at 414.902.2117 and use code FIRST50.

You can explore our class offerings for children ages 2+ at the link in bio. We hope to see you soon!

Happy first day of school from the MBSA team! Our faculty are so excited to be back in the studios and can't wait to start another fantastic year of dancing and learning with the students!

📸 Rachel Malehorn

Our Company Dancers, Crew, and Orchestra are proudly represented by , Local 18 Milwaukee, and AFM - American Federation of Musicians. A very special thanks to our Unions on this . We couldn't do it without you.

We are so excited to have students back in the studios for our 2024/25 School Year starting this week. See you on Tuesday!

MEET OUR FACULTY // Natalie Stehly is a new faculty member here at MBSA. We asked her to share her favorite part about teaching:

"I strive to build a community where students feel excited to explore movement and grow as dance artists, thinkers, and innovators! Giving space for expressing through movement is my favorite part of teaching."

Welcome, Natalie!

We are excited to announce that Yoga and Dance Fitness are coming to our adult programming! These fun, new classes are designed either as a stand alone fitness offering or to supplement your current ballet training. Join us for one class or purchase a class pack to attend 5 for a discounted price.

Visit bit.ly/MBSA-Adult for a description of each of these new offerings and to sign up online through our registration portal.



(Photo Rachel Malehorn.)

Do you and your little one share a love for dance? Sign up for our crowd-favorite “Dance Along with Me” classes to take ballet together! These 6-week long sessions are intended for adults with students ages 2 to 4 years old as a fun, creative way to connect with your dancer.

Sessions start on September 3 and are available throughout the year. Classes fill up quickly, so be sure to sign up today at bit.ly/mbsa-childrens



(Photo Rachel Malehorn)

MEET OUR FACULTY // Sloan Logsdon is one of MBSA's newest faculty members. We asked her to share her best advice for students:

"To do great work inside and outside the studio, you have to work both hard and smart. Always let curiousity drive you...the rest will follow!"

Welcome, Sloan!

Today marks the end of our summer Ballet Camps! This year we had students join us for 16 sessions filled with dancing, learning, and DIY, all centered around stories like ‘Cinderella’ and ‘Beauty and the Beast.’ Be sure to check back in early Spring of 2025 for next year’s camp options!

(Photo Rachel Malehorn)

Today marks the end of our summer Ballet Camps! This year we had students join us for 16 sessions filled with dancing, learning, and DIY, all centered around stories like ‘Cinderella’ and ‘Beauty and the Beast.’ Be sure to check back in early Spring of 2025 for next year’s camp options!
 
(Photo Rachel Malehorn)

Don't forget! Currently enrolled students are invited to get tickets for this year's "Back to Ballet Bash" by September 14. Kick off the new school year with an evening of fun, friendship, and, of course, dancing! Space is limited, so you won't want to wait. See email for details and ticket link.

(Photo Katie Soyka)

Job hunting and passionate about the arts? We're looking for a highly organized, personable, and efficient candidate to join our team as Education Administrator! This full-time individual will provide invaluable support for both our School and Community Engagement programs.

Learn more and apply today at milwaukeeballet.org/careers.

MBSA is proud to offer classes and workshops specifically tailored for boys! Check out these photos from our summer Boys' Workshop last week, and discover classes for your student this fall at bit.ly/MBSA-SchoolYear.

Classes begin Tuesday, September 3! Be sure to shop Ballera Dance, MBSA's official dancewear partner, for all your dance attire, shoes, and accessories.

Visit Ballera's expert staff at their Brookfield Towne Centre location or shop online at https://balleradance.com/

Our online registration portal is temporarily down; we apologize for the inconvenience. To register in the meantime, please email [email protected] or call 414-902-2150.

The first day of the 2024/25 school year is just one month away! Register your student today for MBSA classes starting Tuesday, September 3.

Find class schedules and register online at bit.ly/MBSA-SchoolYear.



(Photo Rachel Malehorn.)