Houston Ballet Academy's Pre-Professional Program consists of Elementary Ballet – Level 10. Students who are 6 years of age may register for Elementary Ballet and are not required to audition. Students ages 7 and up are required to audition for acceptance. For information regarding the Professional Program and Houston Ballet II (HBII) please click here.
Elementary Ballet
The only level of Houston Ballet Academy's Pre-Professional Program that does not require an audition.
Auditions
Students are required to audition for Levels 1 - 10. Learn everything you need to know about auditioning for Houston Ballet Academy's Pre-Professional Program.
Performance Opportunities
Numerous performance opportunities are available for Pre-Professional students, including the annual Spring Showcase production at the Wortham Theater Center.
Wellness & Body Conditioning
Houston Ballet Academy staff, wellness team and Houston Methodist athletic trainers help students stay happy and healthy.
Evaluations
Pre-Ballet and Levels 1-4 will receive evaluations once per year at the close of the first semester. Students in Levels 5-10 will have an evaluation class in the Spring Semester and consultations with their teachers. Evaluations will be e-mailed to parents after student consultations.
Children's Workshops
Girls & Boys ages 4 - 8: Week-long summer workshops are themed based on popular story ballets in Houston Ballet's repertoire.
Boys ages 7 - 12: Week-long workshop exposes boys to the necessary skills to become a strong male dancer.
Contact The Academy: hbacademy@houstonballet.org
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