2025-26 SCHOOL CALENDAR

Subject to change —Please note locations

July 2025

Friday, July 4, 2025 - Independence Day - No classes

Saturday, July 12, 2025 - FSBT closed for Artistry Project - No Classes at GOH

Monday, July 14–Friday, July 18, 2025 - Children’s Intensive at Whitehall

Monday, July 21–Friday, July 25, 2025 - Children’s workshop at the Grand Opera House

Monday, July 28–Friday, August 15, 2025 - Summer Intensive at Whitehall

August 2025

Saturday, August 9, 2025 - Open house at Whitehall

Saturday, August 16, 2025 - Open house at the Grand Opera House

Monday, August 18, –Saturday, August 23, 2025 - Choreography Workshop

Saturday, August 23–Monday, September 1, 2025 - FSBT closed - No Classes at GOH/Whitehall

September 2025

Tuesday, September 2, 2025 - Fall Classes begin at GOH/Whitehall

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 - Come see FSBT professional company at the Lewis Library

Saturday, September 13, 2025 (2:00–3:30 pm) - The Nutcracker Auditions

October 2025

Monday, October 13, 2025 - Indigenous Peoples Day -  No Classes at GOH/Whitehall

Saturday, October 25–Sunday, October 26, 2025 - Come see Dracula at the Grand Opera House

November 2025

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 - Veterans Day - No Classes at GOH/Whitehall

Friday, November 14, 2025 - Up Front - No Classes at the Grand Opera House

Friday, November 14–Sunday, November 16, 2025 - Come see Up Front at the Grand Opera House

Thursday, November 27–Sunday, November 30, 2025 - Thanksgiving Break – No Classes at GOH/Whitehall

December 2025

Wednesday, December 10, 2025– Thursday, January 1, 2026 - The Nutcracker/Winter Break - No Classes at GOH/Whitehall

Saturday, December 13–Sunday, December 21, 2025 - Come see The Nutcracker at the Grand Opera House

January 2026

Friday, January 2, 2026 - Classes Resume at GOH/Whitehall

Monday, January 19, 2026 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - No Classes at GOH/Whitehall

February 2026

Monday, February 16, 2026 - Presidents’ Day – No Classes at GOH/Whitehall

Saturday, February 21– Sunday, February 22, 2026 - Come see A Dream in Motion at the Grand Opera House

Friday, February 27– Sunday, March 1, 2026 - National Ballet Competition - No Classes at the Grand Opera House

April 2026

Friday, April 3–Sunday, April 5, 2026 - Easter Break - No Classes at GOH/Whitehall

Friday, April 17, 2026 - Giselle Final Dress - No Classes at the Grand Opera House

Saturday, April 18– Sunday, April 19, 2026 - Come see Giselle at the Grand Opera House

May 2026

Saturday, May 23–Monday, May 25, 2025 - Memorial Day Weekend – No Classes at GOH/Whitehall

June 2026

Saturday, June 6, 2026 - School Showcase - No Classes at the Grand Opera House

Saturday, June 13, 2026 - Whitehall School Showcase - No Classes at GOH/Whitehall

Monday, June 22– Friday, July 17, 2026 - Summer Intensive at the Grand Opera House

Monday, June 22, 2026 - Adult Summer classes begin

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DANCE WITH ME (ages 18-24 months) (Whitehall ONLY)

Join us with your little one for an engaging bonding experience. This class develops basic gross motor skills, musicality, and confidence, all with the support of an adult.

1 class/week

SCHEDULE

Whitehall (45 min)

Thursday 11:00a-11:45a

Dance with Me Dress Code

Any clothes that you and your child can move in comfortably. Hair must be securely off the face. Ex. Leggings, t-shirt, non-grippy socks, and hair in a ponytail.

Tuition

6 Week Session - $180

Please review all our policies, including: Child Protection/Beau Biden Foundation Shield of Protection, Payment, and School HERE

If you have any questions regarding student placement or level evaluation, please contact: Aynsley Inglis (Whitehall students): ainglis@firststateballet.org

CREATIVE MOVEMENT (ages 2- 3yr) (Whitehall ONLY)

Start your child off with a class that begins to develop the muscles and skills needed to build a good foundation for complex movement through playful and imagination based games. Students will begin to develop musicality and awareness of classical music, as well as learn age-appropriate basic ballet terminology.

1–2 classes/week

SCHEDULE

Whitehall (30 min)

Thursday 12:00p-12:30p

Saturday 12:25p-12:55p

Creative Movement Dress Code

Any clothes that your child can move in comfortably. Hair must be securely off the face. Ex. Leggings, t-shirt, non-grippy socks, and hair in a ponytail.

Tuition

Tuition is based on a 34-week year

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

FULL YEAR

Payment due August 20th

PAYMENT PLAN

3 payments due August 20th, November 20th, and February 20th (must enroll in e-payments)

Please review all our policies, including: Child Protection/Beau Biden Foundation Shield of Protection, Payment, and School HERE

If you have any questions regarding student placement or level evaluation, please contact: Aynsley Inglis (Whitehall students): ainglis@firststateballet.org

BALLET I (ages 4-5)

Students will develop body awareness and coordination, explore movement quality and musicality, and discover creative self-expression. Teachers will work with students to develop cooperation and respect for self and others. Students will learn the basics of ballet class etiquette. Classes are taught with a focus on the joy of movement. Age-appropriate basic ballet terminology is introduced.

1 technique class/week

SCHEDULE

Wilmington (45 min)

Saturday 9:30a-10:15a

Whitehall (45 min)

Thursday 4:30p-5:15p and Saturday 11:30a-12:15p

Ballet I Uniform

Tuition

*Registration fee $30.00

*Family Discount - 10% off for youngest child

Tuition is based on a 34-week year

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

FULL YEAR

Payment due August 20th

PAYMENT PLAN

3 payments due August 20th, November 20th, and February 20th (must enroll in e-payments)

Please review all our policies, including: Child Protection/Beau Biden Foundation Shield of Protection, Payment, and School HERE

BALLET II (ages 6-7)

Students will begin to experience a more traditional, structured ballet class. Teachers guide students to develop coordination, musicality, spacial understanding and muscle development for balance and form. Ballet class etiquette is reinforced

1 technique class/week

SCHEDULE

Wilmington (60 min)

Saturday 9:30a-10:30a

Whitehall (60 min)

Wednesday 4:30p-5:30p and Saturday 10:30a-11:30a

Ballet II Uniform

Tuition

*Registration fee $30.00

*Family Discount - 10% off for youngest child

Tuition is based on a 34-week year

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

FULL YEAR

Payment due August 20th

PAYMENT PLAN

3 payments due August 20th, November 20th, and February 20th (must enroll in e-payments)

Please review all our policies, including: Child Protection/Beau Biden Foundation Shield of Protection, Payment, and School HERE

If you have any questions regarding student placement or level evaluation, please contact:

Kristina Kambalov (Wilmington students): kkambalov@firststateballet.org OR Aynsley Inglis (Whitehall students): ainglis@firststateballet.org

BALLET III (ages 7-9)

Students will begin to learn the traditional barre exercises in a technically sound and age-appropriate manner. Barre exercises transfer to the center floor work, where students begin to connect what they learn at the barre with the movements they will be executing in the center. Teachers guide students to develop a greater awareness of technique, musicality, and dancing with others to create a performance. Ballet class etiquette is reinforced. Conditioning exercises are included in classwork to increase strength and flexibility.

Full-time: 2 technique classes/week

Part-time: 1 technique class/week

SCHEDULE

Wilmington (90 min)

Tuesday 5:15p-6:45p and Saturday 10:30a-12:00a

Whitehall (90 min)

Wednesday 4:00p-5:30pm and Saturday 11:30p-1:00p

Ballet III Uniform

Male: Fitted white T-shirt (uniform), black tights, dance belt (ages 8+), black ballet shoes. Hair must be securely off the face.

Female: Leotard in level color (uniform), pink tights (skin-toned optional), pink ballet shoes (skin-toned optional), pink or skin-toned pointe shoes with matching sewn elastic and ribbons. Skirt in level color (uniform) may be worn for pointe class (optional). Hair must be neatly secured bun or securely off the face. Shoes should fit correctly; elastics should be tied off, cut and tucked neatly in the shoes.

No dangling earrings. Small studs only. No necklaces, bracelets, wristbands, or watches. All hair accessories must match the color of the dancer’s hair.

Uniforms should be ordered through FSBT. All uniforms will be delivered to the studio for you to pick up. Please allow 2 weeks to 4 weeks for delivery.

Tuition

*Registration fee $30.00

*Family Discount - 10% off for youngest child

Tuition is based on a 34-week year

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

FULL YEAR

Payment due August 20th

PAYMENT PLAN

9 payments due the 20th of each month, August–April. (must enroll in e-payments)

Please review all our policies, including: Child Protection/Beau Biden Foundation Shield of Protection, Payment, and School HERE

If you have any questions regarding student placement or level evaluation, please contact:

Kristina Kambalov (Wilmington students): kkambalov@firststateballet.org OR Aynsley Inglis (Whitehall students): ainglis@firststateballet.org

BALLET IV (ages 9-11)

Students have now learned the foundation of barre exercises and will begin slowly increasing the complexity with a focus on proper technical execution. Sound technical fundamentals continue to be a priority. Girls will begin introductory pointe work at the discretion of the faculty. Basic pointe work includes learning how to prepare the shoes for dancing and developing strength in the feet, ankles, legs, core and upper body with exercises on two feet facing the barre. When students are ready, they will begin simple center work with relevés (rises on to full pointe) on two feet. Pointe classes are introduced at 30 minutes and increase in length and frequency in subsequent years as students gain strength for more complex movements. Ballet IV is a two-year program to prepare for Ballet V.

Full-time: 3 technique and 2 pointe classes/week

Part-time: 2 technique and 1 pointe classes/week

SCHEDULE

Wilmington (90 min and 30 min pre-pointe)

Monday 5:00p-7:00p, Wednesday 5:00p-7:00p and Saturday 10:30a-12:00a

Whitehall (90 min and 30 min pre-pointe)

Monday 4:30p-6:30p, Wednesday 5:30p-7:30p and Saturday 1:00p-2:30p

Learn about our Boys Scholarship Program HERE

Ballet IV Uniform

Male: Fitted white T-shirt (uniform), black tights, dance belt (ages 8+), black ballet shoes. Hair must be securely off the face.

Female: Leotard in level color (uniform), pink tights (skin-toned optional), pink ballet shoes (skin-toned optional), pink or skin-toned pointe shoes with matching sewn elastic and ribbons. Skirt in level color (uniform) may be worn for pointe class (optional). Hair must be neatly secured bun or securely off the face. Shoes should fit correctly; elastics should be tied off, cut and tucked neatly in the shoes.

No dangling earrings. Small studs only. No necklaces, bracelets, wristbands, or watches. All hair accessories must match the color of the dancer’s hair.

Uniforms should be ordered through FSBT. All uniforms will be delivered to the studio for you to pick up. Please allow 2 weeks to 4 weeks for delivery.

Tuition

*Registration fee $30.00

*Family Discount - 10% off for youngest child

Tuition is based on a 34-week year

Learn about our Boys Scholarship Program HERE

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

FULL YEAR

Payment due August 20th

PAYMENT PLAN

9 payments due the 20th of each month, August–April. (must enroll in e-payments)

Please review all our policies, including: Child Protection/Beau Biden Foundation Shield of Protection, Payment, and School HERE

If you have any questions regarding student placement or level evaluation, please contact:

Kristina Kambalov (Wilmington students): kkambalov@firststateballet.org OR Aynsley Inglis (Whitehall students): ainglis@firststateballet.org

BALLET V (ages 11-13)

Students should have a good understanding of the proper execution of turn out, placement and port de bras (carriage of the arms). Teachers will continue to increase the complexity of exercises and introduce new material while focusing on correct technique and coordination. Basic pointe work includes learning how to prepare the shoes for dancing and developing strength in the feet, ankles, legs, core and upper body with exercises on two feet. When students are ready, they will begin simple center work with relevés (rises on to full pointe) on two feet.

Full-time: 4 technique and 3 pointe classes/week

Part-time: 3 technique and 2 pointe classes/week

SCHEDULE

Wilmington (90 min technique and 60 min pointe)

Monday 5:00p-7:30p, Wednesday 5:00p-7:30p, Thursday 5:00p-7:30p (w/ Conditioning), and Saturday 10:30a-12:00p

Whitehall (90 min technique and 60 min pointe)

Monday 4:30p-7:00p, Tuesday 5:30p-8:00p, Wednesday 5:30p-8:00p, Thursday 5:30p-8:00p, and Saturday 12:00p-1:00p

Learn about our Boys Scholarship Program HERE

Ballet V Uniform

Male: Fitted white T-shirt (uniform), black tights, dance belt (ages 8+), black ballet shoes. Hair must be securely off the face.

Female: Leotard in level color (uniform), pink tights (skin-toned optional), pink ballet shoes (skin-toned optional), pink or skin-toned pointe shoes with matching sewn elastic and ribbons. Skirt in level color (uniform) may be worn for pointe class (optional). Hair must be neatly secured bun or securely off the face. Shoes should fit correctly; elastics should be tied off, cut and tucked neatly in the shoes.

No dangling earrings. Small studs only. No necklaces, bracelets, wristbands, or watches. All hair accessories must match the color of the dancer’s hair.

Uniforms should be ordered through FSBT. All uniforms will be delivered to the studio for you to pick up. Please allow 2 weeks to 4 weeks for delivery.

Tuition

*Registration fee $30.00

*Family Discount - 10% off for youngest child

Tuition is based on a 34-week year

Learn about our Boys Scholarship Program HERE

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

FULL YEAR

Payment due August 20th

PAYMENT PLAN

9 payments due the 20th of each month, August–April. (must enroll in e-payments)

Please review all our policies, including: Child Protection/Beau Biden Foundation Shield of Protection, Payment, and School HERE

If you have any questions regarding student placement or level evaluation, please contact:

Kristina Kambalov (Wilmington students): kkambalov@firststateballet.org OR Aynsley Inglis (Whitehall students): ainglis@firststateballet.org

BALLET VI (ages 11-14+)

Students should have sound technical fundamentals and be ready for increasingly complex work. Weekly female variations classes are added. Teachers guide students to develop their artistry. Girls will have developed the strength needed to execute increasingly challenging pointe work. Boys will focus on developing strength to execute tours, pirouettes and jumps in the male classical repertoire. Students will have increased performance opportunities, including the opportunity to join the FSBT student ensemble and be cast in FSBT company productions at the discretion of the Artistic Director.

Full-time: 5 technique and 4 pointe classes/week

Part-time: 4 technique and 3 pointe classes/week

SCHEDULE

Wilmington (90 min technique and 60 min pointe)

Monday 5:00p-7:30p, Wednesday 5:00p-7:30p, Thursday 5:00p-7:30p (w/ Conditioning), Fridays 5:00p-7:30p (w/ Variations and Repertoire), and Saturday 10:30a-12:00p

Whitehall (90 min technique and 60 min pointe)

Monday 5:30p-8:00p, Tuesday 5:30p-8:00p(w/ Variations), Wednesday 5:30p-8:00p, Thursday 5:30p-8:00p, and Saturday 1:00p-2:30p

Learn about our Boys Scholarship Program HERE

Ballet VI Uniform

Male: Fitted white T-shirt (uniform), black tights, dance belt (ages 8+), black ballet shoes. Hair must be securely off the face.

Female: Leotard in level color (uniform), pink tights (skin-toned optional), pink ballet shoes (skin-toned optional), pink or skin-toned pointe shoes with matching sewn elastic and ribbons. Skirt in level color (uniform) may be worn for pointe class (optional). Hair must be neatly secured bun or securely off the face. Shoes should fit correctly; elastics should be tied off, cut and tucked neatly in the shoes.

No dangling earrings. Small studs only. No necklaces, bracelets, wristbands, or watches. All hair accessories must match the color of the dancer’s hair.

Uniforms should be ordered through FSBT. All uniforms will be delivered to the studio for you to pick up. Please allow 2 weeks to 4 weeks for delivery.

Tuition

*Registration fee $30.00

*Family Discount - 10% off for youngest child

Tuition is based on a 34-week year

Learn about our Boys Scholarship Program HERE

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

FULL YEAR

Payment due August 20th

PAYMENT PLAN

9 payments due the 20th of each month, August–April. (must enroll in e-payments)

Please review all our policies, including: Child Protection/Beau Biden Foundation Shield of Protection, Payment, and School HERE

If you have any questions regarding student placement or level evaluation, please contact:

Kristina Kambalov (Wilmington students): kkambalov@firststateballet.org OR Aynsley Inglis (Whitehall students): ainglis@firststateballet.org

BALLET VII (ages 14 +)

Ballet VII is the highest level for advanced dancers. Girls have weekly variations class. Teachers prepare students for the most challenging work in the classical repertoire, with a focus on correct technique and artistry. Students will have increased performance opportunities, including the opportunity to join the FSBT student ensemble, perform and represent FSBT at community events, and be cast in FSBT company productions at the discretion of the Artistic Director. FSBT aims to prepare our graduates to face challenges, solve problems, and work with a team to achieve their goals. FSBT students go on to be successful young adults with a lifelong passion for dance.

Full-time: 6 technique and 5 pointe classes/week

Part-time: 5 technique and 4 pointe classes/week

SCHEDULE

Wilmington (90 min technique and 60 min pointe)

Monday 5:00p-7:30p, Tuesday 5:00p-7:30p, Wednesday 5:00p-7:30p (w/Pas de Deux), Thursday 5:00p-7:30p (w/ Conditioning), Fridays 5:00p-7:30p (w/ Variations and Repertoire), and Saturday 10:30a-12:00p

Learn about our Boys Scholarship Program HERE

Ballet IV Uniform

Male: Fitted white T-shirt (uniform), black tights, dance belt (ages 8+), black ballet shoes. Hair must be securely off the face.

Female: Leotard in level color (uniform), pink tights (skin-toned optional), pink ballet shoes (skin-toned optional), pink or skin-toned pointe shoes with matching sewn elastic and ribbons. Skirt in level color (uniform) may be worn for pointe class (optional). Hair must be neatly secured bun or securely off the face. Shoes should fit correctly; elastics should be tied off, cut and tucked neatly in the shoes.

No dangling earrings. Small studs only. No necklaces, bracelets, wristbands, or watches. All hair accessories must match the color of the dancer’s hair.

Uniforms should be ordered through FSBT. All uniforms will be delivered to the studio for you to pick up. Please allow 2 weeks to 4 weeks for delivery.

Tuition

*Registration fee $30.00

*Family Discount - 10% off for youngest child

Tuition is based on a 34-week year

Learn about our Boys Scholarship Program HERE

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

FULL YEAR

Payment due August 20th

PAYMENT PLAN

9 payments due the 20th of each month, August–April. (must enroll in e-payments)

Please review all our policies, including: Child Protection/Beau Biden Foundation Shield of Protection, Payment, and School HERE

If you have any questions regarding student placement or level evaluation, please contact:

Kristina Kambalov (Wilmington students): kkambalov@firststateballet.org OR Aynsley Inglis (Whitehall students): ainglis@firststateballet.org

Boys Scholarship Program

Specialized training for traditional male ballet technique.

Level 4 - no audition required

Levels 5-7 -*Audition Only

SCHEDULE

All technique classes in appropriate level

Ballet 4 ages 9-11

Ballet 5 ages 11-13

Ballet 6 ages 11-14

Ballet 7 ages 14-18

Ballet IV Uniform

Male: Fitted white T-shirt (uniform), black tights, dance belt (ages 8+), black ballet shoes. Hair must be securely off the face.

Uniforms should be ordered through FSBT. All uniforms will be delivered to the studio for you to pick up. Please allow 2 weeks to 4 weeks for delivery.

Tuition

*Registration fee $30.00

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

FULL YEAR

Payment due August 20th

PAYMENT PLAN

9 payments due the 20th of each month, August–April. (must enroll in e-payments)

Please review all our policies, including: Child Protection/Beau Biden Foundation Shield of Protection, Payment, and School HERE

If you have any questions regarding student placement or level evaluation, please contact:

Kristina Kambalov (Wilmington students): kkambalov@firststateballet.org OR Aynsley Inglis (Whitehall students): ainglis@firststateballet.org

More Genre’s for More Oppertunities

Tuition

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

FULL YEAR

Payment due August 20th

PAYMENT PLAN

9 payments due the 20th of each month, August–April. (must enroll in e-payments)

Please review all our policies, including: Child Protection/Beau Biden Foundation Shield of Protection, Payment, and School HERE

If you have any questions regarding student placement or level evaluation, please contact: Aynsley Inglis (Whitehall students): ainglis@firststateballet.org

Learn about our Policies

Terms and Conditions, Tuition, Dress code, School closure, and Child Protection and the Beau Biden Foundation Shield of Protection

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WHY CHOOSE THE SCHOOL OF FIRST STATE BALLET THEATRE?

• Named in the Top 5% of U.S. Ballet Academies*

• Outstanding ballet training by highly-qualified faculty since 1999

• Affiliated with Delaware's ONLY professional ballet company

• Opportunity to perform for thousands of patrons in our annual production of The Nutcracker at The Grand Opera House

• NO performance fees

• Competitive tuition

• Financial aid available

• FSBT is the first performing arts organization in the country to implement child protection policies in partnership with the Beau Biden Foundation for the Protection of Children

• Private coaching available for competitions

• FSBT students have been accepted at prestigious ballet schools/programs including American Ballet Theatre (NYC), the School of American Ballet, Kirov Academy, Ballet West, Birmingham Royal Ballet, Houston Ballet and San Francisco Ballet. FSBT students have also danced professionally with various ballet companies, such as, Festival Ballet Providence, Milwaukee Ballet, Alabama Ballet, Philadelphia Ballet, Staatsballett Berlin, Washington Ballet, Universal Ballet, Ballet du Capitole, Tulsa Ballet, and First State Ballet Theatre.

  Learn more about our history here

Frequently Asked Questions

Interested in enrolling yourself or your student in our school? Below are the most common questions we receive during the enrollment process.

Further questions may be director to Kristina Kambalov (Wilmington students): kkambalov@firststateballet.org OR Aynsley Inglis (Whitehall students): ainglis@firststateballet.org

Can students start anytime?

Students may enroll at anytime throughout the year.

Can students try a class before they register?

Student may try a free class before registering. 


What are the class sizes?

Class sizes range from 6 to 20 students. 


Where can I park?

Wilmington location: Indoor parking is available at the Doubletree hotel, diagonally opposite the rear of the Grand Opera House at 8th and King Streets. On-street, metered parking is also available and is free after 6:00 pm weekdays and all day on Saturday and Sunday.

Whitehall location: We are pleased to offer free parking in the lot at the rear of our building, as well as free street parking.

Does the school have a waiting area?

Wilmington location: There are two waiting areas with seating located on floor 3R.

Whitehall location: There is one waiting area at the main entrance.

What level will my student be?

Your student will be evaluated by our faculty and placed in the level to which he/she is best suited based on their current knowledge, ability and age.

Must students take the full amount of classes for their level?

In order to make optimum progress, students are encouraged but not required to take the full amount of classes. For older students, FSBT offers two scheduling options for those wishing to enroll in fewer classes per week. 


What do I do if my student misses a class?

Missed classes should be made up within one month. Please contact the School Director to schedule a make-up class. This will be based on what classes are running and space available.

Are family discounts available?

FSBT offers a 10 percent discount to all children other than the oldest child in a family.

Will students have performing opportunities?

Students are encouraged to perform in the end-of-year School Showcase, and may be invited to audition for main stage performances with FSBT’s professional company. Students ages 7 and up may audition for FSBT's production of The Nutcracker at the Grand Opera House.

Where are FSBT’s studios located in the Grand?

FSBT’s three spacious state-of-the art studios are located on floor 3R in the Baby Grand.

Where do students enter the Grand?

The double doors to the right of the box office entrances on Market Street. 
A guard will be stations at the doors in the elevator lobby.

Can parents observe classes?

Parents are invited to observe class during the scheduled Parents’ Observation Week near the end of the school year. Your school director will notify you of those dates a month in advance (min).

View all our policies HERE

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THE SCHOOL OF FIRST STATE BALLET

SUMMER INTENSIVES

Now Enrolling!

Join us this summer and develop your technique and artistry.

Now offering three summer intensives at two locations!

Summer Intensive at Wilmington location (ages 9-21), Children’s Intensive at Whitehall location (ages 8-12), Summer Intensive at Whitehall location (ages 12-18)

Summer Intensive in Wilmington at The Grand

Ages 9 - 21yr

JUNE 23 - JULY 18, 2025

Join us this summer in our spacious studios in Wilmington's Grand Opera House! Our Summer Intensive gives students ages 9 - 21 a chance to develop their technique and artistry. Students will further their dance education with FSBT faculty and distinguished guest teachers. Classes will include ballet, pointe, variations, contemporary, character and more. Our program runs Monday through Friday from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

Summer Intensive students will present a performance on the last day of the program in The Baby Grand Theater. To be considered eligible for the performance dancers must attend the 3 or 4 week session.

FACULTY

The 2025 faculty includes Rie Aoki, Kayla Babicki, Taylor Ciampi, Joseph Huberty, Abigail Kasten, Pasha Kambalov, Kristina Kambalov and more.

AUDITION REQUIRED

Auditions will be held at The Grand Opera House, 818 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801. Dancers accepted to FSBT’s 2025 Summer Intensive should register within two weeks of acceptance to secure their spot.

*We are still accepting video auditions. Video submissions should include adagio and grand battement at the barre, and center combinations should include adagio, pirouettes, petite allegro and grand allegro. Please email video submissions to kkambalov@firststateballet.org.

You may also take a class to audition. Please contact kkambalov@firststateballet.org to arrange.

Students are placed in classes based on age, experience and ability. Students may register for two, three or four weeks. Faculty and programming subject to change. Please email questions to kkambalov@firststateballet.org or call 302-652-5503.

TUITION

4-Week Session June 23 - July 18, 2025 $1,700 (Boys $1,300*)

3-Week Session June 30 - July 18, 2025 $1,400 (Boys $1,100*)

2-Week Session July 7 - July 18, 2025 $1,200 (Boys $900*)

*Boys will receive less instructional time than girls, who have pointe and variations classes.

• All dancers attending the 3 week and 4 week session will be eligible to perform on 7/18 at The Baby Grand Theater.

• $150 non-refundable deposit is due upon registration.

• Deposits are due by March 1, 2025 for dancers who audition on January 11, 2025. If space is still available, the second audition will be held on March 15, 2025. Dancers who audition in March, deposits are due April 5, 2025.

• Tuition balance is due June 2, 2025.

DRESS CODE

Girls

• Ballet: Any style black leotard (solid black only - no patterns/prints); pink or skin-toned tights; pink or skin-toned ballet and pointe shoes for girls on pointe. Girls may wear skirts for ballet rehearsals and variations classes.

• Musical Theater/Contemporary: black or tan jazz shoes; black tights or black dance shorts optional; socks or ballet shoes for contemporary.

• Character: Black character shoes preferred; tan is acceptable; black character skirt (black wrap skirt is acceptable).

• Yoga: Mat or a towel.

• For the performance, all girls will need any style SOLID BLACK leotard with NO LACE/PIPING/DESIGNS and a BLACK WRAP (not pull-on) skirt.

Boys

• Ballet: Mens/boys black tights, black ballet shoes, plain white dance T-shirt (no baggy T-shirts)

• Musical Theater/Contemporary: Black jazz shoes; black dance pants, black dance shorts or knee-length tights optional. Socks or ballet shoes for contemporary class.

• Character: Black jazz shoes

• Yoga: Mat or a towel

  
  
  

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Children’s Intensive at Whitehall in Middletown

Ages 8 - 12yr

JULY 14th- JULY 18th, 2025

Students will further their dance education with FSBT faculty and distinguished guest teachers. Classes will include ballet, pointe, variations, contemporary, and more. Our program runs Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Children’s Intensive students will present a performance on the last day of the program.

FACULTY

The 2025 faculty includes Aynsley Inglis and more.

NO AUDITION REQUIRED

Tuition: 1 Week session - $750

Summer Intensive at Whitehall in Middletown

Ages 12 -18yr

JULY 28th- AUGUST 15th, 2025

Students will further their dance education with FSBT faculty and distinguished guest teachers. Classes will include ballet, pointe, variations, contemporary, and more. Our program runs Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Summer Intensive students will present a performance on the last day of the program in The Baby Grand Theater.

FACULTY

The 2025 faculty includes Aynsley Inglis, Pasha Kambalov, Kristina Kambalov and more.

NO AUDITION REQUIRED

Tuition: $1,620 - $1,890

3-Week Session July 18–August 15th, 2025 - $1,890

2-Week Session August 4th - August 15th, 2025 - $1,620

Contact and Location

Now with two locations!

Other Summer Programs

If you have any questions regarding student placement or level evaluation, please contact:

Kristina Kambalov (Wilmington students): kkambalov@firststateballet.org OR Aynsley Inglis (Whitehall students): ainglis@firststateballet.org

THE SCHOOL OF FIRST STATE BALLET

CHILDREN’S WORKSHOPS

Now at two locations!

For aspiring dancers ages 4 to 8 years!

Our Summer Children’s Workshop blends ballet instruction with ballet arts and crafts in a joyful, enthusiastic setting. An ideal way to introduce your child to the art of ballet. A short performance will be held on the final day of the workshop.

Girls - any color leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes, hair worn in bun or off the face.

Boys - plain white T-shirt, black tights, black or white ballet shoes

Children should bring their own lunch and drink.

Children’s Workshop in Wilmington at The Grand

Ages 4-8 years

July 21-July 25, 2025 | The Grand Opera House

9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Tuition: $300 - Five-day workshop

*$50 deposit due upon registration; deposits due 05/03/2025. Deposit invoices will be emailed within one week of receiving registration. Final balances due 07/14/2025

Click link below to register your child.

Children’s Workshop at Whitehall in Middletown

Ages 4 - 7yr

JUNE 23th- JUNE 27th, 2025 | At Whitehall

9:00am-12:00pm

Tuition: $325 - Five-day workshop

*$50 deposit due upon registration; deposits due 05/03/2025. Deposit invoices will be emailed within one week of receiving registration. Final balances due 07/14/2025

Please review all our policies, including: Child Protection/Beau Biden Foundation Shield of Protection, Payment, and School HERE

Contact and Location

Now with two locations!

Other Summer Programs

If you have any questions regarding student placement or level evaluation, please contact:

Kristina Kambalov (Wilmington students): kkambalov@firststateballet.org OR Aynsley Inglis (Whitehall students): ainglis@firststateballet.org

THE SCHOOL OF FIRST STATE BALLET

SUMMER SESSIONS (Whitehall Only)

6 week sessions - JULY-AUGUST

DANCE WITH ME (ages 18-24 months) (Whitehall Only)

Join us with your newest family addition for an engaging experience that nurtures bonding between child and adult. This class builds basic gross motor skills and musicality as well as confidence, all with the support of the accompanying grown up.

Time: Wednesdays 4:30pm-5:00pm

Dates: July 9th - August 13th, 2025

Tuition: 6 Week Session $105

CREATIVE MOVEMENT (ages 2- 3yr) (Whitehall Only)

Start your child off with a class that begins to develop the muscles and skills needed to build a good foundation for complex movement through playful and imagination based games. Students will begin to develop musicality and awareness of classical music, as well as learn age-appropriate basic ballet terminology.

Time: Tuesdays 4:30pm-5:00pm

Dates: July 8th - August 12th, 2025

Tuition: 6 Week Session $133

BALLET LEVEL 1 (ages 3-4) (Whitehall Only)

Students will develop body awareness and coordination, explore movement quality and musicality, and discover creative self-expression. Teachers will work with students to develop cooperation and respect for self and others. Students will learn the basics of ballet class etiquette. Classes are taught with a focus on the joy of movement. Age-appropriate basic ballet terminology is introduced.

Time: Thursdays 5:00pm-6:00pm

Dates: July 10th - August 14th, 2025

Tuition: 6 Week Session $120

BALLET LEVEL 2 (ages 5-6) (Whitehall Only)

Students will begin to experience a more traditional, structured ballet class. Teachers guide students to develop coordination, musicality, spacial understanding and muscle development for balance and form. Ballet class etiquette is reinforced

Time: Tuesdays 5:00pm-6:00pm

Dates: July 8th - August 12th, 2025

Tuition: 6 Week Session $120

BALLET LEVEL 3 (ages 7-8) (Whitehall Only)

Students will begin to learn the traditional barre exercises in a technically sound and age-appropriate manner. Barre exercises transfer to the center floor work, where students begin to connect what they learn at the barre with the movements they will be executing in the center. Teachers guide students to develop a greater awareness of technique, musicality, and dancing with others to create a performance. Ballet class etiquette is reinforced. Conditioning exercises are included in classwork to increase strength and flexibility.

Time: Wednesday 5:00pm-6:00pm

Dates: July 9th - August 13th, 2025

Tuition: 6 Week Session $120

Please review all our policies, including: Child Protection/Beau Biden Foundation Shield of Protection, Payment, and School HERE

Teen and Adult Open Ballet in Whitehall

Connect with your body on a deeper level; for beginners and experienced dancers alike, maintain mobility, flexibility and strength.

SCHEDULE

Whitehall (60 min)

Beginning July 7th: Tuesday: 6:00pm-7:00pm, Wednesday: 6:00pm-7:00pm, and Thursday: 6:00pm-7:00pm

Teen and Adult Open Ballet in Wilmington

From the novice to the more experienced dancer, FSBT's popular open classes at The Grand Opera House are designed for dancers ages 13 and up of all backgrounds.

SCHEDULE

Wilmington (60 min)

Beginning June 23rd: Tuesday: 6:30pm - 7:30pm, Thursday: 6:30pm - 7:30pm, and Saturday: 10:00am - 11:00am