Ballet Chicago

Artists and WritersIllinois, United States11-50 Employees

Ballet Chicago, based in Chicago, Illinois, is an organization dedicated to educating and inspiring young artists through the study of classical ballet. Co-founded in 1987 by dancer-choreographer Daniel Duell and former ballerina Patricia Blair, the company emphasizes life skills and character development alongside technical training. Its Balanchine Technique curriculum, carried out under a special arrangement with the Balanchine Trust, provides access to a repertoire that blends established masterpieces with new works. It runs an accelerated performance program that offers extensive on-stage experience, helping students build confidence, camaraderie, and a broad skill set applicable beyond dance. The organization positions itself as a home and launching pad for exemplary youth, combining rigorous training with diverse participation to prepare participants for professional opportunities in ballet.

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