A group of young ballet dancers in matching red dresses hold single-stem roses as they perform a gra

A group of young ballet dancers in matching red dresses perform a graceful ensemble routine. The deep blue stage backdrop and projected flower imagery enhance the elegance of the performance.

Ballet and contemporary dancers in jungle-themed costumes performing a dramatic group pose during Am

AAB students in leopard-print costumes and red skirts pose around a dancer in a lion mask on a red-lit stage, creating a powerful closing tableau.

Daniel Ulbricht and Misa Kuranaga flying in sleigh during Nutcracker finale at American Academy of B

Daniel Ulbricht and Misa Kuranaga soar above the stage in a sleigh during the grand finale of the American Academy of Ballet’s Nutcracker. Suspended by Flying by Foy, they are surrounded by a full cast of dancers, falling snow, and glowing holiday scenery in a breathtaking closing scene.

A group of young ballet dancers in matching red dresses hold single-stem roses as they perform a gra

A group of young ballet dancers in matching red dresses perform a graceful ensemble routine. The deep blue stage backdrop and projected flower imagery enhance the elegance of the performance.

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Ballet dancers in long white dresses form a circle with arms raised on a blue-lit stage.

Welcome to the

American Academy of Ballet & Dance

Celebrating our 60th Year of Dance!

The American Academy of Ballet, under the direction of Donatella Oppenheimer and Director Emeritus Maris Battaglia is celebrating their 60 years of excellence in dance. More than 150 students have gone on to achieve prominent careers across the States, Canada, and Europe in dance companies, television, and the Broadway stage. We are proud to continue that tradition throughout the many years to come! The Academy's success and continued philosophy over the years is that "love and guidance can work together in a warm and caring atmosphere to provide positive experiences that will last a lifetime."