Ocean State Ballet

📣 Ballet Repertoire Summer Intensive 2025! 

📅 August 11 - August 22, 2025
🎭 Performance on August 23
📍 Ages 14-20 | By Audition Only
Join us for an incredible two-week intensive designed for serious ballet students eager to immerse themselves in both classical and contemporary repertoire!

🌟 Daily Schedule:
🩰 Morning: Ballet technique & classical repertoire
💫 Afternoon: Contemporary choreography with a guest artist

Train, rehearse, and perform alongside passionate dancers in an inspiring, professional environment.

Schedule your audition now!

📩 More information available at oceanstateballet.com

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🚨 Last Chance! 🚨 Don’t miss your opportunity to showcase your business in The Firebird and Hues of Poise program!

Support the arts and reach a local audience by placing an ad in our show program.

📩 Email us at [email protected] for more info!

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Get ready for an unforgettable performance!

Join us for The Firebird and Hues of Poise, a breathtaking program that combines timeless ballet with bold contemporary movement. Experience stunning choreography, mesmerizing sets, and evocative imagery that will captivate your heart and mind.

The program opens with The Firebird, a visually stunning one-act ballet that brings to life the age-old battle of good versus evil.
Choreographed by Vilia Putrius, with breathtaking sets by Mindaugas Bauzys and immersive projections by Izabele Bauzyte, this production mesmerizes with its beauty and powerful drama.

Next, witness slegnA, a striking new contemporary work by Vilia Putrius that explores the tension between light and shadow, grace and struggle, inviting you into a world of transformation and mystery.

The performance concludes with Hues of Poise, a stunning contemporary ballet by visionary choreographer Viktor Plotnikov, celebrating the delicate balance between strength and vulnerability.

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now! Don’t miss your chance to experience this one-of-a-kind performance.

📅 April 5th at 6 PM
📅 April 6th at 2 PM
📍 Woodman Family Community and Performance Center at Moses Brown School
Ticket link: https://28869.encoreticketing.com/r/events/

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🌟 Dance Adventure Camp 🌟

Get ready for a week of movement, creativity, and fun! 🎭🩰✨
At Dance Adventure Camp, young dancers will explore exciting styles like jazz, musical theater, and creative movement in a supportive and energetic environment!
🎶 Each day is packed with themed activities, dance games, and creative challenges designed to build confidence, coordination, and self-expression!

📅 July 7th - 11th
🕘 Monday - Friday | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
👦👧 For boys & girls ages 9-12
💰 Registration Fee: $25
💃 Tuition: $350/week
🔹 Deposit: $100 due at registration
✨ Don’t miss out on this unforgettable week of dance, music, and adventure!

📩 Register today at www.oceanstateballet.com!



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Interested in joining our program? 

Begin with our Summer Intensive and discover if our program is the perfect fit for you. Schedule your audition today!

At the heart of our program is a strong emphasis on classical ballet technique, which forms the foundation for all other dance styles. Our experienced and highly qualified instructors work closely with students to develop proper posture, alignment, balance, flexibility, strength, and artistry.

One of the highlights of our program is the many performance opportunities we offer, allowing students to showcase their growth and artistry on stage. Designed for serious dancers, our program nurtures those committed to refining their skills and achieving success in the world of dance.

Curriculum: Ballet, Pointe, Variations, Boys' Technique, Character, Contemporary, Jazz, Modern

Program is by audition
Boys dance on full scholarship
Financial aid available

To reserve your audition spot, email [email protected]
Video auditions accepted

For dancers 10-20 years old

Big milestone moment!
We are thrilled to share that four of our
Level 2 students — Katerina, Olivia, Willow, and Nora — got their very first pair of pointe shoes!

Congratulations to these dedicated dancers on this exciting step in their ballet journey!

A heartfelt thank you to their families for the love and support and to for a wonderful and professional fitting session. 👏

We couldn't be prouder of our beautiful students and their incredible performances at UBC Boston! Congratulations to all of our talented dancers! 🎉

Results:
🏆 1st Place Senior Competitive Contemporary - Eloise Beaudoin
🥈 2nd Place Senior Competitive Classical - Pilar Ramirez
🏆 1st Place Senior Competitive Pas de Deux (Satanella) - Pilar Ramirez & Aidan Carver
🥈 2nd Place Senior Competitive Ensemble (La Vivandière) - Eloise Beaudoin, Aidan Carver, Isobel Lewis, Violet Orth, Pilar Ramirez, Isabel Rodriguez
🥉 3rd Place Senior Competitive Ensemble (Intuition) - Eliza Cannon, Isobel Lewis, Violet Orth, Pilar Ramirez, Isabel Rodriguez
🏅 4th Place Primary Intermediate Ensemble (Somnium) - Eve Anderson, Rosie Buonaccorsi, Willow Johnston, Delaney Knips, Sophia Norets
🎖️ 11th Place Senior Competitive Classical - Isabel Rodriguez
🎖️ 15th Place Junior Competitive Classical - Eliza Cannon

Our dancers also received numerous scholarships to prestigious summer intensive programs. 🌟

Thank you to all the families for your unwavering support and to our choreographers for their beautiful creations. 💖




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A huge thank you to for an incredible experience!

Congratulations to the OSB dancers for receiving an invitation to the YAGP Finals in Tampa!

Pilar Ramirez: Invited as a soloist after earning 3rd place in the senior category. This was Pilar's first year competing as a senior.

Satanella Pas de Deux: Performed by Pilar Ramirez and Aidan Carver, this piece won 1st place in the pas de deux category.

Excerpts from La Vivandiere: Performed by Eloise Beaudoin, Aidan Carver, Amelia Dmytruk, Isobel Lewis, Pilar Ramirez, and Isabel Rodriguez, this ensemble earned 3rd place in the large ensemble category at the YAGP semifinals in Boston.

Thank you, YAGP, for this incredible opportunity and for supporting young dancers in their pursuit of excellence. Bravo to all the dancers for their hard work and achievements!

📣 Seeking a Talented Male Dancer!

Ocean State Ballet is looking for a talented male dancer in the New England area to perform in a contemporary piece by Viktor Plotnikov in April.

Details:

Must be a ballet-trained dancer with proficiency in contemporary style

Strong partnering skills are essential

Compensation will depend on experience

If interested, please email us at [email protected]. We can’t wait to hear from you!

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What a wonderful weekend at YAGP Boston!
All of our dancers performed beautifully, and we couldn’t be more proud of their hard work and dedication. Each performance was a true celebration of their artistry and passion for dance.

Here are the results:
🏆 3rd Place Senior Classical - Pilar Ramirez
🏆 1st Place Classical Pas de Deux (Satanella) - Pilar Ramirez & Aidan Carver
🏆 3rd Place Large Ensemble (Excerpts from La Vivandière) - Eloise Beaudoin, Aidan Carver, Amelia Dmytruk, Isobel Lewis, Pilar Ramirez, Isabel Rodriguez
🌟 Top 12 Senior Classical - Eloise Beaudoin
🌟 Top 12 Senior Contemporary - Eloise Beaudoin
🌟 Top 24 Senior Classical - Isabel Rodriguez

Congratulations to all the dancers for your incredible achievements and for representing OSB so beautifully!

A huge thank you to all the parents for their neverending support and to the choreographers for their beautiful work that brought these performances to life.

Summer at OSB Announced! 

Don't miss out on incredible summer intensives, camp, and classes at Ocean State Ballet!

Ballet Technique Summer Intensive (Ages 10-14)
Elevate your technique and artistry to new heights!

 Ballet Repertoire Intensive (Ages 14-20)
For serious ballet students! Learn classical and contemporary repertoire and prepare for a performance at the end of the program.

Dance Adventure Camp (Ages 9-12)
A week of movement, creativity, and fun! Explore styles like jazz, musical theater, and creative movement.

Dance Classes (Ages 3-9)
Stay active and keep dancing this summer!

Adult Ballet Classes (Ages 15+)
Maintain and refine your ballet technique!

There's something for everyone this summer at OSB!
Learn more and register now at oceanstateballet.com!



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What a Magical Nutcracker Season!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this year’s Nutcracker so unforgettable!

To our incredible dancers: your talent, passion, and dedication brought this story to life.

To our volunteers, crew, and creative team: your hard work behind the scenes made every moment seamless and magical.

To parents: thank you for your unwavering support!

To the Woodman Family Community and Performance Center at Moses Brown School and their wonderful staff: your partnership and care provided the perfect stage for this performance to shine.

To our wonderful audience: thank you for being part of the magic—we loved performing for you!

And to the OSB Foundation board and committee: your dedication and support make dreams possible. Thank you for your continued commitment to our mission!

We are so grateful for this community and all the joy and magic we’ve shared together. Let’s carry the spirit of the season forward—stay kind to each other and spread love!

Here’s to another year of making dreams come true through dance!

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Nutcracker Ticket Giveaway! 

Win TWO tickets to experience the magic of The Nutcracker! Choose from:
🎄 Friday, December 20th at 6:30 PM
🎄 Saturday, December 21st at 6:00 PM

Here's how to enter:
1️⃣ Like this post ❤️
2️⃣ Share it to your stories and tag us! 📲 (If your account is private, send us a screenshot of your story!)
3️⃣ Tag a friend in the comments who would love to join you! 👯
4️⃣ Follow  ✅

The winner will be announced on Monday, December 16th! 🎉 Don't miss your chance to make this holiday season unforgettable.

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Today, we had the pleasure of visiting St. Teresa's School for two outreach Nutcracker performances!

The students were an amazing audience and asked such thoughtful questions after the shows.

A heartfelt thank you to St. Teresa's School for having us and to our students and families for volunteering their time to share the magic of ballet. These special moments inspire the next generation and showcase the beauty of the art we love!

Happy Thanksgiving from Ocean State Ballet!

This Thanksgiving, we are filled with gratitude for our incredible community. From our talented dancers and dedicated teachers to our supportive families and passionate staff—you all make OSB a truly special place.

We are thankful for the artistry, hard work, and joy that fill our studio every day. Watching our dancers grow and create magic on stage inspires us to continue nurturing creativity and a love for dance.

As we gather with loved ones, we wish you a day full of warmth, laughter, and cherished moments. Thank you for being a part of our OSB family.

With love and gratitude,
Ocean State Ballet 💙

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