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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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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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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

First Trailer for Disney+ Docuseries On Pointe released

All six episodes of the series will be available beginning Dec. 18 on Disney+

George Balanchine's The Nutcracker® to stream on Marquee TV

New York City Ballet and Marquee TV give viewers the chance to experience this iconic production from home.

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Nutcracker Family Benefit

This special event, co-hosted with New York City Ballet, will deliver Nutcracker-themed programing for you to enjoy from the comfort and safety of your home!

The Benefit helps raise vital support for SAB’s Scholarship Fund as well as New York City Ballet and its Education Programs.

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The Nutcracker Family Benefit Goes Virtual

While we can’t be together in person this year, we’re excited to co-host the Virtual Nutcracker Family Benefit with New York City Ballet, giving ballet fans across the globe a chance to peek behind-the-scenes of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®.