2012 SUMMER INTENSIVE
JUNE 25 - JULY 27 - GRAND RAPIDS, MI
The School of the Grand Rapids Ballet Company is the official school of Michigan’s only professional ballet company. Celebrating its 40th anniversary, the Grand Rapids Ballet Company prides itself in presenting the best in classical and contemporary choreography, under the leadership of Artistic Director Patricia Barker.
ABOUT THE PROGRAMS
Students enjoy studying with stars from today’s ballet world, refining their skills in technique and artistry. Students receive training in ballet, contemporary, pointe, men’s jumps, plus classical and contemporary variations. Our summer program also provides an opportunity to train with renowned master teachers while learning original choreography for a performance at the end of the session. Students also gain valuable tools through seminars and specialized classes in nutrition, injury prevention, cardio training and more.
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PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM
For intermediate/advanced level students ages 12 - 19. By audition only - Click here for audition schedule.
Program is Monday - Friday, 10:00 am - 4:30 pm with approximately 20 hours of classes and coaching per
week, as well as seminars and specialized classes.
Tuition: $1,700 for five weeks or $400 per week. Weekly excursions and housing are available for an additional fee.
JUNIOR PROGRAM
For intermediate level students ages 9 - 11. Must have at least three years experience.
Program is Monday - Friday, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm with approximately 10 hours of classes and coaching per
week, as well as seminars and specialized classes.
Tuition: $800 for five weeks or $200 per week. Weekly excursions and housing are available for an additional fee.
YOUNG DANCERS PROGRAM
For students ages 3 - 6.
Classes for young dancers who wish to continue their training over the summer. Classes are offered in one and
five-week increments. Tuition varies by class. Please check back for more specifics on class times and tuition.
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REGISTRATION
Click here to download a registration form for the Pre-Professional and Junior Summer Programs. Young Dancer registration forms will soon be available online. You may also call the School office at 616.454.4771 x17 to have one mailed to you. Send the completed form with payment to the address listed. Full tuition is due at the time of enrollment and is non-refundable. Once your registration and payment are processed you will receive a Welcome Packet via email.
SCHOLARSHIPS
A limited number of scholarships are available for the 2012 Summer Intensive Program. Scholarships are awarded based on need and talent. To apply, download our scholarship application and submit by May 1, 2012.
THE CITY
Located in southwestern Michigan on the banks of the scenic Grand River just 30 minutes from the beaches of
Lake Michigan, Grand Rapids is Michigan’s second largest city and home to Michigan’s only professional ballet
company. Grand Rapids offers a wide array of cultural activities, restaurants, shopping, sporting events,
symphony, opera and the world’s largest prize for art in an annual international art competition.
THE FACILITY
The Meijer-Royce Center for Dance is an award-winning building and home to the beautiful Peter Martin
Wege Theatre. Our facility features four large dance studios and a theatre featuring an extremely large
sprung floor stage. Conveniently located just west of US-131 at the Wealthy Street exit, parking is free
and there is a public bus stop on the Ballet campus.
SCHOOL FACULTY
Patricia Barker - Artistic Director / Director of the School
Attila Mosolygo - Artistic Director of the Junior Company
Mindy Mosolygo - School Curriculum Coordinator
Michael Auer, Chelsea Clow, Dawnell Dryja, Kelly Green, Francis Lawrence, Taylor Niemer, Calin Radulescu,
Rachael Riley, Stephen Sanford, Laura McQueen Schultz, Kara Taylor, Kyohei Giovanni Yoshida
Summer Intensive Guest Teachers include:
Maria Kowroski, New York City Ballet Principal
Martin Harvey, former Royal Ballet Soloist, currently touring with Twyla Tharp’s Come Fly Away
Lindsi Dec, Pacific Northwest Ballet Soloist
Karel Cruz, Pacific Northwest Ballet Principal
Anna Liceica, International Guest Artist
guest teachers subject to change
School of the Grand Rapids Ballet
341 Ellsworth SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
616.454.4771, ext. 17 grballet.com