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Weekly Newsletter: December 11 - 17

Thank you for joining us!

This weekend's Academy Nutcracker and Holiday Party was a great success! Our Academy families and friends enjoyed a day of festive activities, Nutcracker performances, and sharing time with one another.

Thank you to everyone who joined in the fun and to the Parents Association and volunteers who shared their time and talents to make the day extra special for all. Congratulations to the Academy students on four wonderful performances! Everyone left the event with a big smile and heart full of holiday spirit!

Academy Merchandise On Sale

The Academy has a new line of merchandise available for online ordering now through Sunday, December 17.

Browse our online store for new attire options with Cincinnati Ballet's new logo and branding! From tees to jackets, vests and more, we know you'll find the perfect fit! 

Orders will be distributed at the Ballet Center in early January. Pre-orders must be placed through the online store no later than THIS SUNDAY, December 17.

Calendar Highlights

December 14 - 24: Frisch's Big Boy Presents The Nutcracker

December 16: Nutcracker Luncheon

December 17: Last day to order Academy merchandise   

December 18: Children's Division Costume Measurements Due

December 18 - January 1: No Classes - Holiday Break

January 2: Classes resume

January 3: Tuition Installment Due (monthly plans)

Holiday Break

Academy classes are running as normally scheduled this week, December 11 - 17.

There will be no Academy classes starting Monday, December 18 through Monday, January 1, 2018. All classes will resume on Tuesday, January 2, 2018. 

Adult Division classes will remain open through Friday, December 22. There will be no Adult Division classes Saturday, December 23 through Monday, January 1, 2018. 

Class Updates

Monday, December 11: Level 3A will be taught by Rosa Compostella, Level 4 will be taught by Sasha Hart, Levels 5 - 7 have the day off following the Academy Nutcracker.

Tuesday, December 12: Level 2B will be taught by Melissa Wood, Pre-pointe will be taught by Kara Louis, Level 3 Advanced will be taught by Rosa Compostella, Level 5 will be taught by Courtney Hellebuyck, Levels 5 - 7 will be combined for rotating class with Dawn Kelly.

Wednesday, December 13: Level 3A will be taught by Rosa Compostella, Level 6/7 will be combined with Level 5 with Gema Diaz.

Thursday, December 14: Level 2A will be taught by Kara Louis, Level 4 will be taught by Isabele Elefson, Level 3 Advanced will be taught by Karen Kurelis.

Friday, December 15: Levels 5 - 7 will be combined with Dawn Kelly from 5:30-7:30 PM.

Saturday, December 16: Level 3 and Level 3 Advanced will be combined for class from 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM with Melissa Wood in the Kaplan studio. Levels 5 - 7 will have class from 12:30-2:30 PM with Melissa Wood, Contemporary/Broadway will be taught by Courtney Hellebuyck. Boys Conditioning and Level 2-7 Boys class will be canceled. Boys in Levels 5 - 7 should take the Level 5 - 7 class at 12:30 PM. 

Children's Division Costume Measurements

All Children's Division families were sent an email with details about submitting costume measurements for Spring Production. The Children's Division Spring Production will take place on Saturday, May 19, 2018. More details to come! 

To ensure your student receives the proper-sized costume, please turn in measurements (per instructions detailed in your email) no later than Monday, December 18. 

Costume measurements only need to be submitted for Children's Division students. Main Division students will be scheduled for Spring Production costume fittings at a later date.

Free Class Opportunities

Adult Fitness Free Trial Class

Academy Parents and Guardians of currently enrolled students are invited to come try one of our new Body Defined or Yoga classes for free between now and December 22, 2017!

First Class Free (ages 2 - 9)

It's not too late for aspiring dancers to join us! Academy registration is open through January 15, 2018. The Academy invites new students ages 2 - 9 to come try their first class for free!

On Stage

Cincinnati Ballet's production of Frisch's Big Boy Presents the Nutcracker opens this Thursday, December 14 for 14 magical performances at the newly renovated Music Hall through December 24.

Embark on a journey with Clara and her Nutcracker prince, and fellow Snow Queen and her King to the Land of Sweets, where the Sugar Plum Fairy and Cavalier are waiting to embrace you with treats and exotic celebrations!

Our Academy students, Salome Tregre and Sydney Heldman will play the role of Clara and be joined on stage by many fellow Academy students dancing numerous roles in the production's Kids Cast. Be sure to get your tickets today to see them take part in this timeless holiday classic!

Summer Intensive Audition Tour

Cincinnati Ballet's Summer Intensive Audition Tour has been announced! Our nationally recognized six week program provides intensive training to cultivate individual potential. 

Acceptance into the program is by audition only. Students must be 12 years of age by program start date to be eligible. Summer Intensive will run June 18 - July 27, 2018.

Eligible Academy students are welcome and encouraged to audition. As a current Academy student, the audition fee is waived. Academy students planning to attend an audition will need to register in person the day of audition.

Academy Phone: 513.562.1111

Academy Email: cbacademy@cballet.org