Level 2 R.O.A.D. Scholars - KC Ballet - Dance Classes in Kansas City

Current R.O.A.D scholars

Level 2 R.O.A.D. Scholars

Elevated expectations meet your child as they enter Level 2 R.O.A.D. Classes for this level meet twice a week for one and a half hours. 

Steps previously introduced will evolve and incorporate different positions, patterning and coordination. Students will also continue to increase their ballet vocabulary. Level 2 R.O.A.D. students will take part in Evaluation classes in the spring semester to determine their placement for the following year. 

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School Calendar

Dress Code

Female Identifying Students

Ballet
  • Uniform “Dark Navy” colored KCBS Nadine Cap Sleeve Elevé leotard (one included with registration fee)
  • “Ballet Pink” color Body Wrappers Total Stretch Mesh Seamed Convertible Tights or flesh toned convertible tights
  • Pink or flesh toned full sole ballet shoes
Performances
  • “Dark Navy” 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 pulled back neatly and secure in a ballet appropriate hairstyle with no accessories
  • No jewelry, accessories or watches. Stud earrings are allowed

Male Identifying Students

Ballet
  • Uniform White KCBS Gabe short sleeved Elevé shirt (one included with registration fee)
  • Black bike shorts
  • White ankle socks
  • White ballet shoes
Hair & Accessories
  • Hair should be neatly styled and kept out of the face
  • No jewelry, accessories or watches. Stud earrings are allowed.

Leotards & Ballet Shirts:
Leotard or shirt order will be placed directly to Elevé Dancewear by Miyesha McGriff

Tights, Shorts, and Shoes
These items will be fitted and picked up from The Dance Shoppe at your convenience. When you arrive, simply let them know that your dancer is a R.O.A.D. Scholar.

Please ensure your scholar is present for accurate sizing during the fitting.

Dance Shoppe Information
Address:
512 NW Englewood Rd, Kansas City, MO 64118
Phone: (816) 455-1995
Business Hours:
Monday–Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday: Closed

Performance Opportunities

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. If you have any questions, please email kcbstagemanagement@gmail.com.

The Wizard of Oz October 16- October 25 

  • Audition Date September 10 & 11, 2026
      • Sept 10- Boys in Levels 3-5 & Girls in Levels 6-7 and Pre-Pro 1-3
      • Sept 11- Girls in Levels 2-5
  • Rehearsals will begin Saturday, September 12th for most roles
  • Theater rehearsals begin Tuesday, October 13th
  • Performances begin October 16th

The Nutcracker November 28- December 24

  • Audition Dates September 25 & 26, 2026
      • Sept 25- Boys in Levels Pre Ballet 2 and up, Girls in Level 7 and Pre-Pro 2 & 3
      • Sept 26- Girls in Pre Ballet 2, Levels 1-6, and Pre-Pro 1
  • Rehearsals will begin Thursday, October 8th for most roles
  • Theater rehearsals are Nov 19- 24 & 27 (These rehearsals fall during Thanksgiving Break and are mandatory)
  • Performances begin November 28th

Romeo & Juliet March 12 – March 21

  • NO Audition, by Invitation only
      • Girls in levels Pre Ballet 2, levels 1-2
      • Boys in levels 7 and Pre-Pro 1-3
  • Rehearsals will begin Thursday Feb 10th
  • Theater rehearsals begin Tuesday, March 9th
  • Performances begin March 12th

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).

Spring Performance Information

Students in Level 2 R.O.A.D are given the opportunity to participate in the Spring Performance. The Spring Performance will be held at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. More info to come!