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CELEBRATE WITH US

Over 30 years performing and practicing in the High Point area with over 400 students going on to careers in the performing arts.

High Point Ballet, a not-for-profit 501c3, is a pre-professional program for the diversified dancer.  Our training is based on a broad spectrum of movement rooted in classical training outlined for optimum advancement.

From the most classical to the most contemporary dancer, our mission is to create strong dancers, who are highly technical, can perform with confidence, experience, and assuredness to brave the current world of dance.

SUMMER INTENSIVE 2023 Jun 12- July 7

Spring Performance

Does your heart skip a beat when the music starts?

ROMANCING THE DANCE
Fri, May 12, 7:30pm
Sat, May 13, 2:00pm
High Point Theatre

PROGRAM
https://highpointballet.org/program/

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Training

The training ground for the diversified dancer…

SUMMER INTENSIVE Jun 12- Jul 7
2023-2024 SEASON OF CLASSES begins Aug 7

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Nutcracker Magic

The Holiday Tradition Continues!
SEASON 36, DECEMBER 2023

FULL FEATURE PERFORMANCES
Dec 15 and 16, 7:30pm, Dec 17, 2:00pm
LAND OF THE SWEETS
Special Children’s Performance, Dec 16, 2:00pm
Tickets on sale Labor Day Weekend!

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ABOUT

High Point Ballet provides a vast repertoire of classical and contemporary dance works as well as arts education programs for all. Currently, over 400 members of the company have gone on to such noted schools and companies as University of North Carolina School of the Arts, Point Park, School of American Ballet, Boston Conservatory, Atlanta Ballet, Kansas City Ballet, Pacific Northwest Ballet, Pennsylvania Ballet, The Hartt School, Joffrey Ballet, SUNY Purchase, Northwest Ballet, Alvin Ailey, Ballet Met, River North Dance Chicago, Pilobolus, Royal Carribean Cruises, Holland America, Disney, Busch Gardens, Norwegian Cruise Lines, RWS Talent Agency (NYC) and Momix.

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A LITTLE HISTORY

High Point Ballet, the vision of Founder and Executive Director, Rita Taylor, held its debut performance in 1987 and is an affiliate of the High Point Arts Council. Comprised of professional and pre-professional members, the Company has been a member of Regional Dance America’s Southeast for over 20 years. The vision of the Company has been to create a diverse company encompassing a wide array of technical and theatrical elements of dance.

PERFORMING MEMBERS

High Point Ballet strives to and excels in providing an encouraging, positive, and inspiring environment for all aspiring dancers. Performing members receive conservatory style training with a diverse subject curriculum based on age and level. Members are eligible for participation in all major performances as well as several festivals and conferences held throughout the year.
Members benefit from training with award winning choreographers, professional performers, and seasoned technical and creative staff from throughout the nation. In addition, masters classes in all forms of dance are offered to members.
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Study this summer close to home with High Point Ballet!
It's Opening Night!
Tomorrow's the night and the dancing shoes are on! Salutes to Ballroom, Swing, Tango, Salsa, and more - Be ready to be entertained! Performances Friday, May 12, 7:30pm and Saturday, May 13, 2:00pm High Point Theatre For tickets and more information: https://highpointballet.org/romancing-the-dance/
Celebrating our graduating seniors, High Point Ballet congratulates Anna Grace Hancock attending UNC Charlotte to major in Dance.
Celebrating our graduating seniors, High Point Ballet congratulates Isabella Gonzalez attending the University of North Carolina School of the Arts for a BFA in Contemporary Dance.
Celebrating our graduating seniors, High Point Ballet congratulates Kate Gilpin attending Palm Beach Atlantic University to double major in Marine Biology and Dance.
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PHOTO CREDIT: Gary Taylor Photography

Artistic Director, Gary Taylor is the creative eye behind the images. Learn more

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