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All KCBS students have an end-of-the-year performance opportunity in May.
- Students in Creative Movement Fundamentals, Pre-Ballet, Level 1, and Adaptive Dance participate in the Children’s Showcase at the Bolender Center.
- Students in Level 2 and up participate in an annual Spring Performance at the Kauffman Center. This performance is ticketed and open to the public, and all students are encouraged to attend.
- Students in the Pre-Professional Division may be invited to participate in KCYB, the official performing ensemble of the School, space is limited.
In addition to these performances, Academy dancers have the opportunity to audition for the Kansas City Ballet performances. These are not guaranteed performance opportunities and are at the discretion of the Artistic Director, Devon Carney.

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Kansas City Ballet School (KCBS) is the official school of Kansas City Ballet.

Under the direction of School Director Oliver Till, the School offers a complete, professional curriculum for our Academy students. With locations in downtown Kansas City and Johnson County, the School maintains a faculty of over 50 instructors. The School’s Open Division attracts teens and adults who wish to pursue recreational dance instruction in a supportive and encouraging setting.

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What do R.O.A.D. Scholars receive as part of their scholarship?

Do R.O.A.D. Scholars attend dance classes in the summer at KC Ballet?

Do R.O.A.D. Scholars get to participate in The Nutcracker?

How do you become a R.O.A.D. Scholar and how many students participate?

How do I enroll if I’m a new student?

Does KCBS offer live accompaniment for its classes?

What performance opportunities are available for KCB Academy students?

How does my student audition for Kansas City Ballet performances?

Is there a dress code for Academy students?

Can my child wear jewelry in class?

Does the academy offer non-ballet classes, such as jazz and contemporary?

How is my child’s level placement determined?

How does KCBS evaluate their students for advancement?

Can my child attend class only once per week?

Can my child make up a missed class?

Who can we call if we have a question regarding the Academy?

Who can I call if we have a problem?

Where is the KCB School located?

Where do I park?

What's the School weather policy?

What is emergency protocol for Fire? Tornado? Lock down?

What are the tuition rates?

What if my tuition is paid late?

What happens if my payment is declined?

What if I want to withdraw my student from classes?

How can I pay my tuition?

Do I get a discount if I have siblings taking classes?

Does KCB School offer refunds?

Does KCBS offer scholarships?

Does KCBS offer financial assistance?

Can my child take extra classes?

How can I be considered for the Second Company (KCB II or Trainee Program) or the Daytime Program?

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