Children's Open Class Program
The Children's Open Class Program consists of ballet classes for children ages 7-14. This program does not require an audition to enroll.
2011- 2012 SEMESTERS
Fall Semester: August 22, 2011- January 16, 2012
Spring Semester: January 16, 2012- May 26, 2012
Registration
Registration is only open until classes reach capacity. Please contact the Academy to inquire about availability. Registration for the 2012-2013 year opens on Monday May 14, 2012.
Schedule of Classes (2011-2012):
Beginning Ballet Level 1 (0-1 year of ballet)
Tuesday 5:15-6:15pm
Wednesday 5:15-6:15pm
Beginning Ballet Level 2 (1-2 years of ballet)
Tuesday 6:15-7:15pm
Beginning Ballet Level ¾ (3+ years of ballet)
Wednesday 6:15-7:15 p.m.
Academy Calendar
| August 22 |
Fall Semester begins for all Main School, Pre-School, and Open classes |
| September 2 |
Teacher In-Service – No classes |
| September 3-5 |
Labor Day Holiday Weekend – No classes |
| September 10 |
Nutcracker audition for Levels 2-5 |
| October 1 |
Second tuition payment due |
| November 21-26 |
Thanksgiving Holiday – No classes |
| December 1 |
Third tuition payment due |
| December 6 |
Spring registration opens for new Pre-school and Open Class students |
| December 5-10 |
Parent Observation for Levels CD1- Level 3, & Children’s Open Classes |
| December 12-17 |
Parent Observation week for levels 4-HBII |
| Dec 19-Jan 2 |
Winter Holiday – No classes (May not apply for HBIIs or levels 7 and higher) |
| January 3 |
Classes resume after Winter Holiday |
| January 14 |
Fall Semester ends |
| January 16 |
MLK Day/Teacher in Service – No classes |
| January 17 |
Spring Semester begins |
| February 1 |
Fourth tuition payment due |
| March 5-10 |
Parent Observation for Open Class Program |
| March 12-16 |
Spring break – No classes (May not apply for HBIIs) |
| April 6-7 |
Spring Holiday – No classes |
| April 20 & 21 |
Academy Spring Performances |
| May 7-12 |
Parent Observation for Pre-School Division and Levels 1-3 |
| May 14-19 |
Parent Observation for Level 4-HBII |
| May 19 |
Open Class Performance |
| May 26 |
Last day of classes |
| June 18 |
Summer Intensive Program begins |
| July 27 |
Summer Intensive Program ends |
Tuition
Tuition may be paid in full at registration or in four monthly payments. Family rates are available to families with more than one student enrolled in classes. The student in the highest level will pay full tuition. Each additional child will receive a 10% discount on tuition. Please call for tuition rates: 713-535-3210.
Payment Schedule
First Payment: At the point of registration
Second Payment: October 1, 2011
Third Payment: December 1, 2011
Final Payment: February 1, 2012
Refund Policy
Tuition is non-refundable except in the case of serious illness or injury as verified by a doctor's certificate.
Attendance
All students are expected to attend every class scheduled for their level. If a child is unable to attend class, the Academy office does not need to be notified of the child's absence. There will be an end of the year showing amd extra rehearsal dates and times will be announced at a later date.
Attire
Ballet
Girls: Black, sleeveless, scooped neck, tank-styled leotard, pink tights and pink ballet shoes. Hair pulled back neatly in a bun. No jewelry or skirts.
Boys: White short-sleeved, form-fitting, crewneck leotard, black bike shorts and black ballet shoes.
Presentation
Parents are invited to observe their child's class on the following dates:
Fall Semester Observation:
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Beginning Ballet Level 1A:
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Tuesday Dec 6, 2011
5:15-6:15 p.m.
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Beginning Ballet Level 1B:
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Wednesday Dec 7, 2011
5:15-6:15 p.m.
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Beginning Ballet Level 2:
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Tuesday Dec 6, 2011
6:15-7:15 p.m.
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Beginning Ballet Level 3/4:
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Wednesday Dec 7, 2011
6:15-7:15 p.m.
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Spring Semester Observation:
TBD
Spring Semester In-Studio Performance:
TBD
Faculty
Firat Ozsoy Ballet Instructor
Beth Everitt Ballet Instructor
Administrative Staff
Rebecca Kier Administrator
Andrea Duarte Registrar
Zachary Gresham Administrative Associate
Lauren Adams Administrative Assistant
Chase Cobb Education and Outreach Coordinator
To Contact the Academy:
Phone: 713.523.6300
Houston Ballet's Ben Stevenson Academy maintains a policy of non-discrimination with regard to race, color, sex, creed, religion, national origin, sexual preference, and non-job related disability.
Image: Josh Seibel, Emily Bowen,
Gatlin Holden, and Hannah Fred
Photo by: Drew Donovan
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