Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Premier Destination for Ballet Excellence in Lexington
Founded in 1974, Lexington Ballet has dedicated over five decades to advancing the art of ballet through professional performances, educational excellence, and community engagement. Our mission remains rooted in inspiring audiences with classical and contemporary ballet while providing rigorous training for dancers of all ages. With a focus on self-discipline, creativity, and respect, we offer structured programs from early childhood through pre-professional levels. Our outreach initiatives extend ballet accessibility to underserved populations, including hospital performances and school partnerships. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we collaborate with local organizations to enrich Lexingtons cultural landscape.Our faculty comprises experienced professionals committed to nurturing artistic potential. Through annual productions like The Nutcracker and Cinderella, we bridge community and artistry. Our leadership in dance education is reflected in our adaptive programming for homeschoolers, schools, and senior centers. Transparency in operations and community-centric values guide our commitment to excellence. Recognized for fostering partnerships with institutions like the Salvation Army and UK Childrens Hospital, we maintain a legacy of making ballet accessible to all.
Services
Ballet Classes
Community Outreach
Professional Performances
School Partnerships
Adult Ballet
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of expertise in classical ballet training and professional productions.
- Our outreach programs serve over 10,000 community members annually through school partnerships.
- Faculty includes professional dancers with decades of combined teaching experience.
- We provide adaptive programming for homeschoolers, special needs students, and seniors.
- Recognized by the National Endowment for the Arts for artistic excellence.
Services
Ballet Classes
Structured ballet instruction for ages 3+ across eight levels, from Creative Movement to Pre-Professional training. Classes emphasize technical mastery, artistic expression, and performance opportunities. Curriculum aligns with professional dance standards while accommodating recreational learners.
Community Outreach
Free and low-cost ballet programs delivered to schools, hospitals, and community centers. Includes live performances, movement workshops, and educational demonstrations featuring professional dancers. Targets underserved populations through partnerships with local nonprofits and public institutions.
Professional Performances
Annual classical ballet productions including The Nutcracker and Cinderella, featuring professional dancers and local talent. Performances combine elaborate staging with educational elements for family audiences. Presented at Lexington Opera House and other regional venues.
School Partnerships
Curriculum-aligned ballet residencies and assembly programs for K-12 schools. Includes in-class instruction, historical context lectures, and live performance excerpts. Designed to meet state arts education standards while fostering cultural appreciation among students.
Adult Ballet
Beginner to intermediate ballet classes for adults, focusing on fitness, technique, and artistic expression. No prior experience required. Sessions accommodate flexible scheduling needs while maintaining professional instruction standards.
Questions
What ballet class levels do you offer?
We provide eight levels from Creative Movement (ages 3-5) through Pre-Professional (Levels 7-8), plus Adult Ballet classes.
Are performances open to the public?
Yes! Our Nutcracker and Cinderella productions at Lexington Opera House are ticketed events available to all audiences.
Do you offer financial assistance for classes?
As a nonprofit, we provide limited scholarships based on need. Contact our office for application details.
Can adults join ballet classes without prior experience?
Absolutely. Our Adult Ballet program welcomes beginners with no prerequisites required.
Reviews (4)
David Kravetz
Sep 23, 2018
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Went to see the Nutcracker as performed by the Lexington Ballet. Our fourth year in a row. Always an excellent production.
Jennifer Scutchfield
Jan 24, 2018
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My daughter came to her love of dance late. She didn't start really dancing until she was 12. She believed she wanted the "competition" dance, and we tried it for a few years. Dozens of costume fees, recital costumes, competition fees, private lesson fees, class fees ... It makes me sweat thinking about it! The best thing that ever happened to her was leaving competition behind and starting dance with Lexington Ballet. Yes - it's only ballet. But ballet is the basis for all other dance. Lexington Ballet encourages Master classes in other disciplines and offers plenty of opportunities. Last
Alexandra Welsh
Sep 03, 2017
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If I could give this company zero stars I would! Do not enroll your child in this program! The "instructors" are NOT interested in teaching their students & would rather demean and humiliate children than do their job! Your complaints or concerns will go unheard and unresolved, from top to bottom this company is inept!
Luke Box
Aug 28, 2016
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Great program to start kids. Not aggressive, compared to some other studios, but also well structured and disciplined. Very generous scholarship program for those qualified and easy online tuition/bill pay options.
