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.

For
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.

EXPLORE OUR IMPACT

Happening Now at SAB

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.

Become an SAB Member

SAB Members play a crucial role in enabling young artists to pursue their lifelong dreams.

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re spotlighting five SAB alumni of Latinx heritage who went on to incredible performing careers.

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Disney+
On Pointe

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

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Ballet Connoisseurship
On Demand

We are pleased to offer access to our library of 20 previously-recorded
Ballet Connoisseurship sessions through Vimeo On Demand.

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BEHIND THE SCENES AT SAB

SAB Trailblazer – Edward Villella

As a dancer, Edward Villella was one of the most celebrated male stars in American ballet history and remains a true trailblazer for the art form.

Celebrating World Teacher Day

In honor of World Teachers’ Day, we wanted to send out a very special thanks to all our talented faculty members at SAB.

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