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.

For
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

School of American Ballet Appoints New Leaders

Darla Hoover is to be chair of faculty and Aesha Ash will fill the newly created position of associate chair.

Our Online Store is Open

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

2022 Summer Programs

Students ages 10-18 are invited to audition by video for one of our 2022 summer programs.  We are accepting applications online now through Jan 25. Apply by Jan 15 for best consideration. 

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Little Dancers Virtual Winter Session

SAB is now enrolling 4-6 year olds for the 2022 Winter Session of Little Dancers. Zoom classes begin January 18. Children outside NYC are welcome to enroll!  No experience or audition necessary.

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2022 Winter Ball

SAB’s most glamorous benefit event is back in person on March 7, 2022. View details about this exciting event and buy tickets today!

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Disney+
On Pointe

All episodes of the original docuseries On Pointe are streaming now on Disney+.

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BEHIND THE SCENES AT SAB

5 Tips for Sustainable Shoes and Repurposing Dancewear

As we begin 2022, we thought it a perfect moment to list out some of the clever ways dancers can make sustainable choices with their shoes and dancewear – from reusing ribbon, and upcycling old legwarmers to supporting businesses dedicated to reducing waste.

Advice to Students for a New Year

This time of year, It seems only natural to take stock and set intentions for a positive and productive year ahead. We asked a handful of SAB faculty members and alumni to share their advice for young dancers (and tips they’d go back and give their younger selves if they could!) Take a look…

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