05/30/2026
✨ GUEST FACULTY SPOTLIGHT: IRINA DVOROVENKO
We are thrilled to welcome back Irina Dvorovenko for her fourth summer with Ellison Ballet.
A legendary artist, former principal dancer with American Ballet Theatre, and one of the most celebrated ballerinas of her generation, Irina has performed many of the classical ballet repertoire’s most iconic roles across the world’s leading stages and coaches today’s top ballet stars.
Her extraordinary career, combined with her exceptional coaching and mentorship, offers students an invaluable opportunity to learn from a true master artist.
Join us in giving her a warm EB welcome back!
Learn more about Irina and all the EB summer faculty at http://ellisonballet.org/summer-faculty!
05/17/2026
REGISTER NOW: PROFESSIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM 2026-2027 AUDITIONS!
The Ellison Ballet - Professional Training Program is designed to meet the needs of those dedicated students ages 10-21 who seek the highest standard of classical ballet education to prepare for a professional career.
Preparatory Level: www.ellisonballet.org/preparatorylevel
Junior/Senior/Trainee Levels: www.ellisonballet.org/fulldaytraining
Audition Registration & Information: www.ellisonballet.org/audition
05/07/2026
Ellison Ballet Spring Showcase 2026
Ticket Link: www.ellisonballet.org/performances
May 10-12 | 7PM
MMAC Theater: 248 West 60th Street, NYC
Witness the extraordinary students of the Ellison Ballet – Professional Training Program in a truly remarkable Spring Showcase.
The program will feature excerpts from beloved classical ballets including Le Corsaire and La Naïade et le Pêcheur, alongside a rare student performance of George Balanchine’s iconic masterpiece, The Four Temperaments. The evening will also present original choreography by Ellison Ballet’s distinguished faculty, celebrating the versatility, strength, and artistry of the next generation of dancers.
Photo: EB students Nadine Mason, Joshua Maysonet, Kurumi Kotani (c) Kyle Froman
05/07/2026