Dance classes in Portland, Oregon
Oregon Ballet Theatre School is the training academy of Oregon Ballet Theatre, a 501(c)(3) non-profit at 720 S Bancroft St in Portland, Oregon. Under school director Katarina Svetlova, a former OBT principal dancer, it teaches a curriculum combining classical ballet tradition with evidence-based modern training practices, supporting students whether they pursue ballet professionally or recreationally. Programs run from Pre-Ballet and Creative Movement for ages 3 to 5 through Primary Ballet and Levels 1 to 6 for ages 6 to 22, with pointe introduced at Level 3 and upper levels adding pas de deux, variations, character, improvisation and contemporary work. Adult classes serve ages 15 and up, and an invitation-only pre-professional division includes OBT2 and a trainee program.
Ballet Hispánico School will present the 2026 Pro-Up Intensive from June 16-27, offering young dancers a chance to explore choreography and dance-making with renowned choreographer Rena Butler.
OPERA IN THE PARK Portland has announced the appointment of Nicholas Fox as its Artistic Director effective December 1, 2025.
NAC Dance’s presentation of The Royal Winnipeg Ballet's Hansel & Gretel is completely unhinged, in the best possible way.
Harkness Dance Center at 92NY will present the world premiere of Late Bloomer by French-Canadian choreographer Hélène Simoneau.
Kevin Irving will begin his new role with the York Symphony Orchestra.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre announced the appointment of Nicolas Gaudreau as its new director of development.
BODYTRAFFIC, featuring Incense Burning on a Saturday Morning: The Maestro- is a mesmerizing tribute to the artistry and enduring legacy of Ernie Barnes.
Ballet Hispánico will present an electrifying collaboration with Works & Process at the Guggenheim, showcasing Tango with renowned choreographers Alejandro Cervera, Graciela Daniele, and Matthew Neenan.
Ballet Hispánico will mark a decade of Instituto Coreográfico, a platform for choreographers to explore cultural identity and redefine dance.
BODYTRAFFIC, a Los Angeles-based dance company, named new artistic and executive collaborators as it prepares for its 20th anniversary, following a $1 million grant from the Perenchio Foundation.
American Repertory Ballet reveals its 2024-2025 season, featuring a diverse lineup of performances and new works.
Smuin Contemporary Ballet will kick off its 31st season—its first led by Artistic Director Amy Seiwert—with a thrilling program of premieres and celebrated works.
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival has revealed Week 5 programming featuring a variety of stunning performances and crafted events for friends and family.
Smuin Contemporary Ballet has announced the lineup for its 31st season, co-curated by departing Smuin Artistic Director Celia Fushille in concert with incoming Artistic Director Amy Seiwert, who will take the helm in July.
What did our critic think of DOS MUJERES at San Francisco Ballet? BroadwayWorld reviews this pairing of two very different ballets by Latina choreographers running through April 14th at the War Memorial Opera House.
