Ballet Academy East (BAE)

Children + Teen Division at BAE welcomes dancers ages 7-14 to further their love and appreciation for ballet during the 2026-2027 school year!

-No audition or previous experience required
-Exceptional training on a non-professional track
-Flexible schedule options to attend class once or twice a week
-End-of-year performance opportunity at BAE

Visit our website to learn more!

Photo By Olivia Ramsey

Congratulations to all the performers of the Fini Dance Festival and thank you to Fini Dance New York Antonio Fini and Ornella Fado for an inspiring nght! Special shout-outs to our BAE alums who were recognized for their talent and dedication: Giuliano Ruocco and 𝑰𝒕𝒛𝒌𝒂𝒏 𝑩𝒂𝒓𝒃𝒐𝒔𝒂 - and to Michael Mao on his lifetime achievement award!

Thank you to BAE alums Ayne Kim 김아인 for joining Giuliano on stage, and Ariel Tagle Rose for Itzkan's beautiful choreography.

Calling all 6-7 year old budding ballerinas to join the BAE 2026-2027 Primary Division! Classes begin on September 14. Visit our website or contact us to learn more and register today!

-No audition or previous experience required
-Renowned faculty and accomplished pianists in every class
-Develop self-confidence, strength, and coordination
-Creative and nurturing environment

📸 By Olivia Ramsey

"You can't just will your dreams to come true. You have to work hard. You have to give 'em wings, arms, legs...whatever it takes to make your dreams come true."
- Dolly Parton



📸 by Rosalie O'Connor Photography

AUDITION for dancers ages 7-18

Saturday, August 29, 2026 for the 2026-2027 school year
2:00 PM - ages 7-9
2:45 PM - ages 14 +
4:00 PM - ages 10-13

Open to dancers ages 7+ seeking comprehensive ballet training and professional caliber performance opportunities in a nurturing environment with world-class teachers. Pre-registration is required; visit our website to secure your spot.

The Fini Dance Festival returns to NYC this Sunday, August 30 at the Ailey Citigroup Theater. Visit Fini Dance New York for details and tickets!

Congratulations to BAE alums 𝑰𝒕𝒛𝒌𝒂𝒏 𝑩𝒂𝒓𝒃𝒐𝒔𝒂 and Giuliano Ruocco for their well-deserved recognition and to the amazing Michael Mao on his lifetime achievement award!