Community Education

Ballet Austin acknowledges the arts and arts education as essential elements in the educational process necessary for the intellectual and social development of all humans. Ballet Austin offers meaningful and responsible programming to people of all ages throughout Central Texas, assuring accessibility to traditionally under-served populations.

For Educators

Ballet Austin is committed to providing young people with arts experiences, specifically dance. Research demonstrates that students benefit socially and academically from sustained involvement in the arts. Students in arts-rich environments have higher concepts of their academic ability, are achieving at higher rates on standardized test scores and are more engaged in schools. (Catterall 1999, Heath 1999, Burton 1999)

For Young Audiences and Families

Ballet Austin’s programming provides families with opportunities to experience the arts together and helps foster a life-long appreciation for dance. Through our Family Dance Workshops and our Kids Corps program, the educational component of our Children’s Series Subscription, we assist families with introducing their children to ballet and other arts.

For the Community

Ballet Austin is dedicated to providing educational outreach opportunities to communities throughout Central Texas. We are committed to providing experiences that increase the understanding and enjoyment of the art of ballet. The arts are a critical factor in the success of community vitality and the perceived quality of life. (SIEP 1998) Participants in community arts are more likely to describe their quality of life as excellent than people not participating in the arts.

At the Performances

Ballet Austin promotes education at the performance in addition to our other educational initiatives. We strive to make the most of your performance experience by giving you the opportunity to learn more about each production while you are at the theater with a personal and hands-on approach.

Dance Resources

Our educational guidesprovide in-depth information on Ballet Austin’s productions and ballet basics.

For more information on our community education programs please contact pei-san.brown@balletaustin.org