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Weekly Newsletter: December 4 - 10

Academy Nutcracker & Holiday Party

This Sunday, December 10, Academy families are cordially invited to join us for a winter celebration full of crafts, games, festive bites & treats, and performances throughout the day featuring selections from The Nutcracker, performed by our Professional Training Division and Upper Division Academy dancers.  

The festivites will take place at the Cincinnati Ballet Center as our studios transform into the land of sugarplums and toy soldiers.

Performances will take place at 2:00, 3:30, 5:00 & 6:30 PM.

Holiday party festivites will be open in the lobby and studios from 2:30 - 7:30 PM.

Tickets to any of the performances include crafts, games, food and festive fun! 

We hope you join us for what is sure to be a magical day full of fun for the whole family!

We need your support!

We can't wait to celebrate with everyone at the Academy Holiday Party this Sunday! This event is being hosted by the Academy Parents Association and will serve as a fundraiser, with net proceeds used to present future events and programs for Academy students.

The event’s success depends on your support! If you’d like to get involved, there are two easy ways you can pitch in: 1) Donate candy for the candy buffet and 2) Volunteer your time to support before, during, or after the event! SIGN UP BELOW. Thank you for your help!

Calendar Highlights

December 10: Academy Holiday Party

December 16: Nutcracker Luncheon

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

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)

Class Updates

Monday, December 4: Level 3A will be taught by Rosa Compostella.

Tuesday, December 5: Level 5 will be taught by Courtney Hellebuyck. Level 5 - 7 Rotation will be combined for Nutcracker rehearsal.

Friday, December 8: Level 2B will be taught by Courtney Hellebuyck.

Saturday, December 9: Level 3 Advanced B will be taught by Melissa Wood. Level 5 - 7 will be taught by Karen Kurelis. 

Sunday, December 10: Due to the Academy Holiday party, the following classes will take place in Studio C (downstairs): CD1 11:00 AM, Level 1C, Musical Theater Dance, Level 2C. Level 4 and Intermediate Modern will not have class on Sunday, December 10 and will be sent a separate email with alternate class plans.

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 Sunday, December 17.

Children's Division Costume Measurements

This past Friday, 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!

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