Advanced 11-19

Advanced Level dancers will build upon intermediate level technique and artistry in ballet and other dance disciplines. Classes for this level meet five days a week.

Advanced dancers will continue to broaden their knowledge base, growing in both artistry and technique. Dancers are expected to demonstrate an increase in self-discipline and motivation. They will be responsible for retention of material and attention to corrections in order to fulfill required technical standards. Ladies will have pointe class four days a week. Gentlemen in this level will have a men’s class once a week, in addition to their usual technique classes.

REGISTRATION Information

25-26 Academy Class Schedule

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Female Identifying Students

Ballet

• *NEW* Uniform “Blackberry” colored KCBS SophiaCap Sleeve Elevé leotard (one included with registration fee)
• Optional uniform Eleve leotard styles available: Sophia tank and Nolte
• “Ballet Pink” color Body Wrappers Total Stretch Mesh Seamed Convertible Tights or flesh toned convertible tights
• Pink or flesh toned ballet shoes 
• Ballet class notebook to be used to write down corrections & self-reflections. Can also be used to take notes if observing class.

Pointe/Variations

• *NEW* “Blackberry” colored Eleve mesh “Wrap Skirt”
• Sewn pointe shoes

Jazz

• Black convertible tights
• Black slip-on jazz shoes

Contemporary

• Black dance socks (recommended: Capezio Lifeknit Sox II or Blochsox Dance Socks)
• Optional: Danznmotion or Eurotard knee pads in black or tan

Modern

• Black convertible tights

Conditioning

• Blue Thera-band
• Yoga Mat

Performances

• *NEW* “Blackberry” colored Eleve mesh “Wrap Skirt”

Hair & Accessories

• Dancers are not to wear undergarments under their leotard and tights. If a dancer needs to wear undergarments, we ask that it be easily concealed by their leotard.
• Hair should be pulled back neatly and secured in a ballet bun, or similar style to the best of your ability. Protective styles are welcome and encouraged as needed for your hair type and care routine, with the shared goal of keeping hair secured and away from the face. To ensure the safety and focus of all dancers, we kindly ask that decorative accessories—such as scrunchies, flowers, bows, and beads—not be worn during class.
• No jewelry, accessories, warm ups or watches. Stud earrings are allowed.

Male Identifying Students

Ballet

• Uniform White KCBS “Gabe” short sleeved Eleve shirt (one included with registration fee)
• *NEW* Uniform grey “Eric” Eleve tights
• Dance belt
• White ankle socks
• White ballet shoes
• Ballet class notebook to be used to write down corrections & self-reflections. Can also be used to take notes if observing class.

Jazz

• Black slip-on Jazz Shoes

Contemporary

• Black dance socks (recommended: Capezio Lifeknit Sox II or Blochsox Dance Socks)
• Optional: Danznmotion or Eurotard knee pads in black or tan

Conditioning

• Blue Thera-band
• Yoga Mat 

Hair & Accessories

• Hair should be styled neatly and kept out of the face
• No jewelry, accessories, warm ups or watches. Stud earrings are allowed.

COMPANY PRODUCTIONS

Academy students are eligible to audition for Kansas City Ballet productions where roles and ages vary. Casting of students into KCB Company productions is at the sole discretion of the KCB Artistic Director and not a guarantee.

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END OF SCHOOL YEAR PERFORMANCE

All Kansas City Ballet School students have an end-of-the-year performance opportunity in May.

WATCH WEEKS

KCBS hosts two annual watch weeks for families, one in the fall and one in the spring (see the school calendar for dates).