The Florida Ballet School

🎓Counting down the days until our
Dance Concert!

Today, we’re shining the spotlight on our incredible 2026 graduating seniors:

✨Rebeca Perez
✨Ella Cauley
✨Sabina Shriver
✨Jackson Broekema

Join us this Sunday, May 31 at 6:30 PM as we honor them-and enjoy an unforgettable evening of dance featuring students from our Training Center, Conservatory, and Trainee Programs!

🎟️ Purchase your tickets today at https://app.gostudiopro.com/tickets/index.php?sid=73ac674f19ef9f6c9dcca85604ed00e169fb686d4cfd9

📍JU Swisher Theater
2800 University Blvd N Jacksonville, FL 32211

THE FLORIDA BALLET YOUNG DANCERS SHOWCASE 2026🩰

A message from our School Principal, Katie Slattery:

“This past weekend our youngest students performed in Florida Ballet’s Young Dancer Showcase. We are all so proud of these young dancers, and I loved getting to see them demonstrate what they have learned this year in classes. Seeing their creativity, imagination, and excitement truly made my day. Thank you to the faculty, staff, and parents for making this a memorable and fun experience. Congratulations to our young dancers on a wonderful morning of dance!” ✨

✨ Thank you to the Amelia Island Dance Festival and Susie Dodge for sponsoring the master class that took place on May 5th and for creating the opportunity for our students to learn from world-renowned choreographer Jon Lehrer.

It was an inspiring evening of movement, artistry, and exploration as our dancers experienced Jon’s signature approach to “Organic Athleticism” — blending modern dance, jazz, and physics into one dynamic class. ✨

✨ A magical day at our Coppélia Young Dancer Workshop! ✨

On April 25th, our young dancers stepped into the whimsical world of Coppélia through dancing, storytelling, and lots of fun alongside members of The Florida Ballet 💫

We are so proud that many of our students will also be joining the professional company on stage in our upcoming production of Coppélia! 🩰

Come cheer them on as they bring this charming and family-friendly ballet to life full of humor, heart, and unforgettable moments ✨

📍 UNF Fine Arts Center - Lazzara Performance Hall
Fri, May 8 | 7:30 PM
Sat, May 9 | 4:30 PM

⭐️ Plus: Coppélia: An Abbreviated Performance Perfect for younger audiences or first-time balletgoers!
Fri, May 8 | 10:30 AM
Under 1 hour | No intermission

🎟️ Tickets available at https://floridaballet.org/season/coppelia

📍 What’s happening this month at The Florida Ballet School 👇

🔵 Master Class with Jon Lehrer
5/5

🔵 Coppélia at the Lazzara Performance Hall
5/8–5/9

🔵 Symphony in 60
Jacoby Hall | 5/21–5/22

🔵 Conservatory NHSDA Induction Ceremony
5/22

🔵 Young Dancer Showcase
At The Florida Ballet | 5/23

🔵 Last Day of Classes
5/23

🔵 Dance Concert
JU Swisher Theater | 5/31

✨ Coppélia Children’s Workshop ✨

Step into the magical world of Coppélia! 🩰

Join us for a special, immersive ballet experience designed for young dancers ages 4–7. Led by The Florida Ballet faculty, this workshop brings the story to life through dance, creativity, and behind-the-scenes access.

📖 Storytime + themed craft
👗 Exclusive visit to the costume department
👀 Sneak peek of brand-new Coppélia costumes
🩰 Watch a live Company rehearsal in action

📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
💲 $25 per student

Give your little dancer a magical afternoon of movement, storytelling, and inspiration ✨

🔗 Registration at our bio

“The Florida Ballet proudly presented Levels 2A–5B for the ABT NTC annual examinations, held April 8–11. This is always an exciting time of year for everyone involved, filled with growth, dedication, and shared learning. ABT NTC Examiner Kenar was exceptional in her work with both students and faculty, generously sharing her expertise and deep passion for the art of dance.

Congratulations to all of our wonderful students who trained diligently and showed unwavering commitment in preparation for this moment—it truly paid off. You all danced beautifully!

A heartfelt thank you to the presenting teachers—Lyndsey Givens, Bekah Hostetter, Olivier Munoz, Patricia Santamarina Roca, Katie Slattery, Patrick VanBuren and Linda Reifsnyder Jenkins -for their thorough preparation, guidance, and genuine care for each student. Bravo to all!”

- Linda Reifsnyder Jenkins

The Florida Ballet Curriculum Coordinator & American Ballet Theatre National Training Curriculum Examiner

📍 What’s happening this month at The Florida Ballet School 👇

🔵 Easter Break – No Classes
4/3–4/5

🔵 ABT Exams
4/8–4/11

🔵 Parent Observation Week
Primary C – Level 6 | 4/13–4/18

🔵 Coppélia Children’s Workshop
4/25

✨ Registration for the Coppélia Children’s Workshop is available at the link in our bio or go to https://pci.jotform.com/form/260913486692164

📍 What’s happening this month at The Florida Ballet School 👇

🔵 Summer Intensive Auditions
At The Florida Ballet Studio | 3/8

🔵 Parent Observation Week
Pre-Primary, Primary A & B | 3/9–3/14

🔵 A Chance To Dance
At The Florida Ballet Studio | 3/14

🔵 Conservatory 1 Performance
Riverside Arts Market | 3/14 at 11AM

🔵 Spring Break – No Classes
3/16–3/21

🔵 Third Session Begins
Pre-Primary, Primary A & B | 3/23

A beautiful moment featuring the complete cast of La Bayadère ✨

We are incredibly proud of our students and the dedication they’ve shown leading up to this year’s Winter Showcase.

Join us as our Conservatory and Trainee dancers share the stage alongside special guests from The Conservatory at Northeast School of Ballet and Central Florida Ballet for an inspiring afternoon of dance.

🕒 Showtimes: 3PM & 6PM
📍 Picinich-Byrd Theatre
🎟️ Tickets available at https://pci.jotform.com/form/242065006143141

Join us on February 28th as our Conservatory students and Trainee Program dancers showcase their talents on stage for their annual Winter Showcase.

This year we have special guests joining our dancers from The Conservatory at Northeast School of Ballet and Central Florida Ballet!

✨You don’t want to miss this!

SHOW TIMES: 3PM & 6PM
🎟️ TICKETS AVAILABLE AT https://pci.jotform.com/form/242065006143141

📍Picinich-Byrd Theatre
10131 Atlantic Blvd.
Jacksonville, FL 32225