Halloween Dress Up Week
Students are invited to wear costumes to class. Costumes should not interfere with a student's ability to dance and should be school appropriate. Regular dance shoes will be worn.
Measurements Taken for Recital Costumes
Measurements for recital costumes will be taken this week. If your student is unable to attend class, contact the office ASAP as recital costume orders will be placed in December/January.
Christmas Liturgical Concert
All students participating in liturgical classes will perform. Additional details to be announced.
Stage Rehearsals for Ballet Midwest’s Nutcracker (no studio classes)
Ballet Midwest dancers and directors will be rehearsing at TPAC beginning Tuesday. Studio classes will not meet this entire week (including no classes on Monday).
Ballet Midwest’s “Nutcracker” performances (no studio classes)
Experience the magic of Ballet Midwest's Nutcracker! December 9 at 7:30pm, December 10 at 1:30 or 7:30pm, and December 11 at 1:30pm. All performances at the Topeka Performing Arts Center. Learn more at balletmidwest.net
Ballet Midwest Company Auditions (ages 14 & older)
Visit balletmidwest.net to complete 2 required forms and find your audition time!
Ballet Midwest Junior Company Auditions (ages 11 & older)
Visit balletmidwest.net to complete 2 required audition forms and find your audition time prior to auditions.
Parent Participation Week
Parents are invited to participate in class with their dancer(s)! Not comfortable participating? Parents are welcome to watch as well! We kindly ask that younger siblings remain at home to minimize class disruption.
Easter Liturgical Concert
All students enrolled in liturgical classes will perform. Details to be announced. Admission is free, donations greatly appreciated. Watch your email for additional details!
Ballet Midwest Rehearsals for Spring Ballets (no studio classes)
Ballet Midwest company & junior company dancers along with artistic directors will be rehearsing for upcoming "Swan Lake" and "Once Upon a Ballet" performances. Studio classes will NOT be in session.
Ballet Midwest presents “Swan Lake” (no studio classes)
Ballet Midwest presents "Swan Lake" - April 20 at 7:30pm and April 21 at 1:30pm, Topeka Performing Arts Center. Learn more at balletmidwest.net. Studio classes will not meet.
“My First Ballet: Once Upon a Ballet” Performance (Ballet Midwest) – no studio classes
Be enchanted by this sweet, child-friendly ballet production and party! Learn more at balletmidwest.net. Studio classes will not be meeting today.
Parent Watch Week
Parents are invited to watch their dancer(s) in class. We kindly ask that young siblings remain at home to minimize distractions during class.
Final balance due
Please submit any final balances due. Recital costumes will be distributed soon and all balances must be paid in full in order to receive costumes.
Recital Rehearsals
Details will be emailed out. Rehearsals begin as early as 5pm. Younger dancers perform in the 2pm recital, and they will rehearse first. The first rehearsal is often held at the studio, with remaining rehearsals at TPAC. Friday evening will be a full dress rehearsal for both recitals. Watch your email for details!
An Afternoon of Dance
This recital features our Creative Rhythms, Creative Ballet, and most of our Elementary level classes. Details will be sent by email in the late spring. June 1, 2024 at 2pm, at the Topeka Performing Arts Center.
An Evening of Dance
This recital primarily features our intermediate and advanced level dancers. Saturday, June 1 at 5pm, Topeka Performing Arts Center.
Summer Session Classes and Workshops Begin
Summer workshops meet daily (M-F) for 2 or 3 weeks depending on the level. Evening classes meet on Mondays and Wednesdays through June 26. Enrollment forms and details will be emailed in the spring and the website will be updated at that time.
Nutcracker Ballet Auditions
Visit balletmidwest.net before auditions to complete two forms and check your audition time!