3-Week Youth Summer Intensive

Students ages 10-14 from across the region converge for an immersive three-week training program led by PBT School faculty and guest instructors. With two session times to choose from, dancers are able to build upon their training and grow their artistry through a wide variety of classes and instruction. This is an excellent program for young dancers looking to train more seriously in the summer as they take the next steps on their ballet journey.

SESSIONS

Dancers will develop stronger technique while

 gaining experience in class, rehearsal and performance settings.

In three weeks, dancers will log close to 60 studio hours through a diverse curriculum that

 includes:

-Ballet: technique, pointe, variations,

 repertoire

-Specialty concentration classes: pas de deux, men’s technique

-Additional disciplines: jazz, modern

-Cross training: Pilates

-Culminating Demonstration

LUNCH

Jr. Intensive students may also opt to take part in a lunch program. Students who take part in the lunch program must sign up and pay for the entire three-week lunch program.

FACULTY

Our incomparable faculty consists of artists with national and international professional experience, many of whom are former Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre dancers.

Our faculty’s professional artistry is matched by their warmth and care for our dancers. While maintaining the rigor of our programming, they cultivate an environment of support in each class, creating a camaraderie that elevates PBT from a school to a community.

For a full list of PBT year-round faculty, click here.

“I would 100% recommend it to a friend. All of the teachers are so kind and you can really tell that they want to help you improve.” – 2022 Dancer