05/10/2026
Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms and mentors who make the journey possible. Thanks for being our biggest fans and our first dance partners! 💐
Since its founding in 1955, Houston Ballet Academy has provided the highest quality ballet training. Stanton Welch, Artistic Director
05/10/2026
Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms and mentors who make the journey possible. Thanks for being our biggest fans and our first dance partners! 💐
05/06/2026
And they’d both be right 🤷♀️
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05/05/2026
During Teacher Appreciation Week, we’re celebrating the incredible faculty who inspire, challenge, and shape us every day. To our full-time teachers and our wonderful Preschool, Pre-Professional, Professional Program, and Adult faculty, thank you for your tireless dedication! 🍎
05/02/2026
Is your little one ready to leap into the world of ballet?
Come experience our Preschool Program on Saturday, May 30th. Your little dancer will enjoy a FREE 30-minute class, followed by a Q&A session for parents.
Schedule:
Age 2: 11:00 AM
Ages 3 & 4: 12:00 PM
Ages 5 & 6: 1:00 PM
✨ Registration is open NOW ✨
Go online through our website to sign up!
The curtain has closed on another spectacular Academy Spring Showcase!
From the youngest students to our Pre-Professional Level, seeing your hard work culminate in such a stunning performance is the greatest reward. We are so proud of the growth and passion you bring to the studio every single day.
To the families, friends, and patrons who filled the theater, your unwavering support allows the Houston Ballet Academy to continue nurturing the next generation of dance. We couldn't do this without you!
05/01/2026
Behind the curtain and from the wings ✨
We are incredibly proud of these young artists, and the many more not captured in these photos, who made our Academy Spring Showcase a resounding success.
Your hard work and dedication inspire us all, reminding us that the most beautiful moments often happen before the music even starts. Bravo to the entire HBA family!
This month’s alumni spotlight features a true homegrown talent. Emma Forrester’s journey from the Houston Ballet Academy to the professional stage is a testament to dedication. After joining the Pre-Professional Program in 2011, Emma rose through the ranks to become a Company Apprentice in 2021 before being promoted to the Corps de Ballet in 2022.
Beyond her accomplishments in the studio, Emma also earned her Bachelor of Arts this year from the University of Houston-Downtown. Emma, your hard work and artistry perfectly embody what it means to . We can’t wait to see you continue to shine!
04/24/2026
Houston Ballet Artistic Director Stanton Welch’s Sparrow, set to the iconic music of Simon & Garfunkel, is ready to take flight!
Our students have been working incredibly hard to bring this vibrant, storytelling piece to life. You won’t want to miss the energy and artistry they’re bringing to the stage for the Academy Spring Showcase this weekend.
Join us as we celebrate the next generation of dancers. Tickets available through our website. See you there!
04/23/2026
What a whirlwind month! Our Houston Ballet Academy artists completely wowed us during My First Ballet: Coppélia. With four sold-out shows, it was a true privilege to share the magic of ballet with so many families and first-time theatergoers.
We are incredibly proud of the dedication these performers show, but the standing ovations aren’t over yet!
The momentum continues this weekend as our dancers return to the spotlight for the Academy Spring Showcase. From the whimsy of Coppélia to the technical brilliance of the showcase, these students are ready to dazzle you once again.
04/22/2026
Spend your summer with us! ☀️
Our week-long workshops offer something for every young dancer:
Little Dancer Workshop (Ages 4–6): Creative ballet adventures (heroes, animals, villains & magic!).
Elementary Workshop (Ages 6–7): Build strong ballet technique, musicality & confidence.
Boys Workshop (Ages 7–15): Strength, technique & confidence in a high-energy, supportive setting.
📅 June & August sessions available
⏰ Afternoon class options to fit your schedule
Spots are limited! Register now through our website.