06/23/2026
Some highlights from Act II of our performance this past weekend. I am so proud of our dancers and our dance community. Thank you for the privilege of creating beautiful moments together. And a particular shout out to the junior advanced class for their first performance on pointe ... you had the audience in a spell... you could have heard a pin drop. I hope you all feel deeply accomplished. What a year. ❤️
More to come.
06/22/2026
I am somewhat speechless- but so much kindness and generosity has been coming my way its hard not to feel anything but deeply moved and grateful for the privilege of my life. I will get back to everyone.. just going to take a moment to smell the flowers.
Congratulations to every single person who worked to make yesterday possible. 🙏🏼
Melissa Bierstock ❤️
06/16/2026
Welcome back Jaquez!
We are so excited to welcome back Jaquez for our summer guest artist series!
Jaquez is Chicago born but hails from New York City where he received a BFA in Dance from NYU. He has appeared on Broadway in Motown the Musical, King Kong, Mrs Doubtfire, Bad Cinderella, and most recently played the role of Fred Casely in Chicago. Jaquez has had the honor of working with Vanessa Williams both on stage and on screen as associate choreographer of music videos “Legs (Keep Dancing)” & “iLike Moonlight”.
Jaquez will be hosting our first guest class on Saturday, July 11th at 11am. Registration is open for ages 12 and above with experience in ballet, jazz or contemporary.
Single 2-hour specialty class $30.
To register, contact [email protected]
06/12/2026
On June 21st at Ulster Performing Arts Center, the Ballet School of Kingston will present "Among the Masterpieces" a culmination of a year of deep dedication and commitment to training in classical ballet.
We hope you'll join us.
Tickets through Ticketmaster and the Bardavon/UPAC box offices.
Choreography by Melissa Bierstock
Artwork by Kerin Brooks Smith
06/05/2026
Classes and rehearsals are canceled for Friday, June 5th... Ms Bierstock is at the state championships with her son and deeply appreciates your understanding and support!!!
05/14/2026
Ballet School Families! Dont forget that ads are currently being accepted for our recital program! Celebrate your child or support the school and our performance at the beautiful Ulster Performing Arts Center with both personal and business ads. Both are available through the website here:
https://www.balletschoolofkingston.com/program-ad-shop
(link in your emails!)
Deadline is May 14th!
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05/11/2026
Your best summer starts at the barre. ✨ BSK's Summer 2026 programs are here! We offer camps for little ones ages 4–8, intensive training for Ballet III through Advanced, a Guest Artist Series, adult classes, and more. Early bird deadline: Email
[email protected] or visit Balletschoolofkingston.com for more information! 🩰 🌞
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04/27/2026
To all of BSK's students, congraulations!
To the incredible cast of Alice in Wonderland 2026, congratulations. We are so proud of you.
Photo by Kevin Godbey
04/25/2026
Run, don’t walk - and don’t be late! Get your tickets for Alice in Wonderland now!
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Today at 4 pm
Tomorrow at 2 pm
Tickets available at box office and online at
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