FOUNDED BY GEORGE BALANCHINE, SAB IS THE PREEMINENT BALLET SCHOOL IN THE US.

We train talented dancers from diverse backgrounds for professional careers in ballet while enriching the life of every student.

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For Students
& Parents

Explore our world-renowned classical ballet training programs for 6 to 18 year olds and the myriad resources dedicated to the care and development of each student.

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Supporters

Learn how your support can impact the future of ballet and help our talented students make their dreams come true.

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Everyone

From open ballet classes for young children to educational seminars for adults, SAB has something for everyone.

Since our founding in 1934

SAB has trained more dancers for careers in professional ballet than any other US school. Alumni comprise more than 95% of New York City Ballet and fill the ranks of companies across the US and around the world. SAB is the future of classical ballet.

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Happening Now at SAB

Remembering Nancy N. Lassalle

The School of American Ballet mourns the passing of Nancy Lassalle - an advocate, supporter, and partner to the School and NYCB.

Our New Online Store is Open

The School of American Ballet is pleased to offer branded merchandise in conjunction with the e-commerce platform Bonfire.

Ballet Connoisseurship On Demand

SAB is pleased to offer streaming access to recordings of several recent Ballet Connoisseurship sessions for $25 each now through May 31.

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Spring Audition Dates for 6-10 year olds announced

SAB is pleased to announce that we will conduct auditions in May and June for our 2021-22 Winter Term for children between the ages of 6 and 10 who live in the New York City metropolitan area.

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BEHIND THE SCENES AT SAB

Igniting the Choreographic Spark

SAB’s Student Choreography Workshop gives our advanced division students an opportunity to flex their creative choreographic muscles and explore the process of creating a new ballet on their peers.

Student Pointe Shoe Hacks

Watch our Student Pointe Shoe Hacks series to see some of the creative ways SAB students prep and tailor their pointe shoes to make them last longer, look better, and feel more comfortable when dancing in them all day long.

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