Performance Companion

Carnival of the Animals Choreography © Christopher Wheeldon Photo © Paul Kolnik

Ballet is fun no matter what your age. To become a great dancer you have to start to study dance as a young person. The best way to learn about ballet is to watch it often! Ballet is just like sports. The more you go, the more you learn. Going to the ballet with your parents or with your school is a great way to begin.

Click here for a list of Ballets that kids particularly enjoy.

Another good way to start is by looking at the history of ballet. Did you know that ballet is 500 years old? Over the centuries there have been many changes in how ballet is danced, in how it looks, and in what audiences actually see on the stage. We invite you to click on the link below to learn more about The Ballet Story.