Auditions
Performing Ensemble is open to any student desiring the opportunities to perform throughout the St. Louis area in community outreach and festivals. Auditions are held at the beginning of the year, however, if a new student enrolled has missed the audition date, they can simply inform the office of their interest.
Requirements:
- Enrolled at St. Louis Ballet School
- Enrolled in all required classes suggested at the student's current level
Level 5=3 ballet + 1 pointe
Level 6=4 ballet + 2 pointe
Level 7=4 ballet + 2 pointe
Level 8=5 ballet + all pointe classes
*Ensemble classes are not considered in these class total requirements. Classes listed as "Ensemble Classes" are specific to Ensemble rehearsals and are in addition to normal class schedules
- Attend all Ensemble Classes & Rehearsals
(additional rehearsals may be required)
- Available for all scheduled performances Ensemble Rehearsals and Classes
Classes and rehearsals will begin the first week of classes and will be held weekly throughout the year on Friday evenings for Petite/Jr/Sr Ensembles. See Fall 2010-2011 Schedule for times. Ensemble members will be required to attend all Ensemble classes and rehearsals for their group each week. Additional rehearsals may be needed.
Ensemble Fees
In order to offer these Performance Ensembles, we must provide each Ensemble Group with teachers, choreography and coaches. Monthly fees will cover the costs of choreographers and teachers during rehearsal time.
Costume fees/rentals will be billed separately.
These performing opportunities will be priceless to our students. Performing is essential to a young dancers growth in dance and life and we want to make sure our students are offered everything possible to inspire their dance experience while enrolled here at St. Louis Ballet School.
A Monthly Fee is Assessed for choreography, class and rehearsal time.
Grand Center Performance Photos by Cyndy Maasen
St. Louis Ballet School Performing Ensembles
St. Louis Ballet School Ensemble (SLBSE) is a student-based performance group. All members are enrolled and educated at St. Louis Ballet School located in Chesterfield and perform throughout the year at various venues. SLBSE affords its dancers many opportunities to enhance their educational experience as well as bring ballet to a wide range of audiences. SLBSE performs at numerous festivals and is a part of community outreach.