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 Ballet Arts Academy at the Old Waldorf School was established in 2005 by Jayne Stefani-Keating for the purpose of providing the community with a dance environment devoted exclusively to the study of classical ballet and its related arts. The Academy’s curriculum reflects Ms. Stefani-Keating’s desire to guide dancers through all levels of training and provide them with a sense of artistry and purity of style so that they, as individuals, may embrace the principles of The Classical Ideal.
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 Summer Workshop Information Ballet Arts Academy at the Old Waldorf School on Facebook News and updates from the Artistic Director, Mr. Hawkins I would like to congratulate all new and returning students and parents for all their hard work and support for the BAA's start of the 2009 season. The students, like the BAA, have gone through a beautiful metamorphosis and are becoming a true artistic and cultural presence in our community. I believe the BAA has been upgraded in talent, and it will be reflected in our winter concert/ lecture demo on Saturday December 5, 2009. READ MORE >> Student News and Happenings The BAA is currently accepting registrations for the ’09-’10 year of classes. Core curriculum classes in Russian classical ballet for boys and girls (ages 5 and up), European Contemporary, and Character and Court Dance continue with ballet master Oscar Hawkins. For more information regarding classes or to set up an audition, please contact The BAA at (301) 932-4002 to talk with someone or leave a message. Brandye Lee, who is a certified Yoga and Pilates instructor and taught at our Summer Intensive will return to the BAA to teach Yopilates, which integrates various Yoga styles and mat-based Pilates into one complete workout designed to improve posture, flexibility and total body strength. In addition, the BAA welcomes the talents of professional ballroom dancers, Tracy and Paula Kirkham, as they invite Southern Maryland residents to discover the fun and beauty of social dancing. They will start off their series of lessons with instruction in the Fox Trot, Cha-Cha, Waltz and other beginning level ballroom dance styles. The BAA will also welcome back guest teachers from the Summer Intensive and performing artists who have worked with our Artistic Director, Mr. Hawkins, throughout his professional career. To find out more about our new teachers click here! View the complete schedule of ’09-’10 classes and download registration forms and tuition information. “Ballet Arts Society” is established An energetic and generous group of individuals have come forward to become involved in various aspects of the BAA. The artistic excellence of the Academy is now well established and “The Ballet Arts Society” aims to develop, maintain, and enhance the practical and aesthetic aspects of the Academy as this cultural and educational center in the heart of Waldorf flourishes. Contributions of time and energy directed toward the ongoing restoration, renovation and beautification of the Waldorf School, and private and public sponsorship and funding for student scholarships and full length ballets through grants and fundraising events are the main objectives of this organization. With the eventual founding of the BAA’s own regional performing ballet company, the Ballet Arts Society will serve as a wing of the Academy and will be an important, active, and respected entity in our cultural community. All lovers of ballet and the arts are invited to join. Please check the front desk for more information about becoming a member of the Ballet Arts Society and a “VIP”! Artistic Director and Ballet Master of the BAA, Mr. Hawkins is currently teaching a daily “Men’s Class” from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. to accelerate and devote more time to the training of our male students. The BAA is committed to giving all students the opportunity to progress to their full potential and this class is designed to focus on the technical and artistic requirements of the male dancer which include the mastery of both technical and artistic skills: flexibility, agility, body position and the powerful yet elegant carriage of the upper body. View the complete schedule of ’09-’10 classes and download registration forms and tuition information. Note on Cancellation of Classes The BAA follows the Charles County Schools for cancellation of classes or evening activities in case of inclement weather. Please listen to the radio announcements and the “Schools Out” alerts to be informed of such changes in the schedule. When possible, if there is time, cancellations will be posted on the BAA website. Fall Schedule Posted Contribute to the BAA  |
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