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K–12 School Assemblies

North Pointe Ballet’s K-12 Assemblies consist of performance excerpts of full-length ballets by fully-costumed professional dancers, as well as movement activities to engage students in active learning led by NPB dancers and directors.

In North Pointe Ballet’s effort to make classical ballet accessible to everyone, NPB’s school assemblies engage students in a theatrical production differently than a traditional theater experience and offer them a chance to experience ballet up-close and learn what it means to be a professional dancer. Past tours have included excerpts from The Nutcracker, Cinderella, Peter Pan, and The Sleeping Beauty. Each tour offers a unique focus, including pantomime, storytelling, character development, and healthy lifestyles.

Each program is 45-55 minutes in length and can be customized to accommodate schedule and audience needs. Cost for the program range from $250-$500. Discounts available for schools and facilities that qualify.

“The Wizard of Oz – The Ballet” Field Trip — North Pointe Ballet makes classical ballet accessible to everyone by providing this field trip opportunity annually at a low cost to students. “The Wizard of Oz – The Ballet” is a new ballet interpretation of the story of Dorothy and her friends as they dance their way down the yellow brick road to find there’s no place like home. This show is brought to life through professional ballet dancers, live-narration, and special theatrical effects. Teachers are provided with downloadable resources related to content-standards. Students will have the opportunity for a Q and A session with the cast and crew to learn about the “magic” created during the performance and what it is like to put on a full-scale professional ballet production.

  • When: Friday, May 13, 2022
  • Run time: 10:30am until 12:15pm
  • Capacity: Up to 1,000 K-8 students
  • Tickets: $5 per student, includes one free chaperone per 10 students; a minimum of 6 individuals per party.
  • Contact leanna@northpointeballet.org for more information

Now scheduling our April 2022 Wizard of Oz Ballet Workshop Performance Tour! Fill out the registration form here, or contact Community Engagement Coordinator Leanna at leanna@northpointeballet.org to bring interactive dance experience to your school today.

NPB shares classical ballet with students in both Lorain and Cuyahoga Counties.

SchoolCity
Chapman ElementaryStrongsville
Constellation Schools Eastside Arts AcademyCleveland
Constellation Schools Parma CommunityParma
Constellation Schools Westside Community School of the ArtsCleveland
Falls-Lenox Primary SchoolOlmsted Falls
Goddard SchoolStrongsville
Grindstone ElementaryBerea
Monarch School for AutismShaker Heights
Pleasant Valley Elementary SchoolParma
Thomas Jefferson Newcomers AcademyCleveland
Urban Community SchoolCleveland
Westpark Community Middle SchoolWestpark
Whitney ElementaryStrongsville
SchoolCity
Constellation Schools Elyria Community ElementaryElyria
Constellation Schools Lorain Community ElementaryLorain
Ely ElementaryElyria
Murray Ridge SchoolElyria
Nord Middle SchoolAmherst
North Ridgeville City Schools Academic CenterNorth Ridgeville
Prospect ElementaryOberlin
Prospect ElementaryElyria
St. JosephAvon Lake
St. Jude SchoolElyria
St. Mary SchoolElyria
Stevan Dohanos Elementary SchoolLorain
Powers ElementaryAmherst

By the Numbers

1400

Students
reached in 2019 during 9 school assemblies for students ages Pre-K to 8th grade

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Testimonials

“You and your dancers were amazing! Our students and staff LOVED the performances! They’re the perfect balance of beautiful artistry and interactive opportunities. Plus, they allow all of our students to experience the ballet in a meaningful and successful way.”

Heidi DeminicoMonarch School for Autism

“The performance was wonderful! Our students really enjoyed being involved in the pantomime so they could understand the story better as well as participate during the show!”

Allison BonvissutoUrban Community School

“We were so thrilled to have NPB come to our school. We were pleasantly surprised as to how well they did with our very young students. A great mix of performances, interactive moments and age-appropriate information was given.”

Jennifer SueverGoddard School

“Our principal commented on how engaged students were during the show. They were truly captivated by each moment! Teachers have been sharing how excited students have been in the classroom now when they hear Nutcracker music, see ballet, or a mention of the Nutcracker as the holiday season approaches. Students were even dancing in the halls on their way back to their classrooms. Thank you so much for sharing your gift with us!”

Breanna WisnorAmherst Schools

“Having NPB come to our school to work with our children was very beneficial since many of our children do not have transportation. The children and parents were very excited and felt it was an opportunity of a lifetime.”

Marie DeshukStevan Dohanos Elementary

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