Ohio Contemporary Ballet

OCBallet Youth Academy Summer Camps registration is OPEN for the week of June 22–26, 2026! ✨

🌟 Fairy Tale Dance Camp (Ages 3–6)
June 22 | 9am–12pm | $55
Step into a world of Princesses & Castles, Magical Creatures, and Fairy Gardens! Little dancers will explore ballet, hip hop, and jazz, dive into themed arts and crafts.

🌟 Young Artist Dance Intensive (Ages 7–12)
June 23–26 | 1pm–5pm | $290
Four days, four styles—ballet, jazz, hip hop, and contemporary! Dancers grow their technique through classes, creative projects, and choreography, then celebrate with a closing mini performance.

🔗 Register at the link in bio or visit ocballet.org/summercamps

TONIGHT. Summer's free performan .

Ohio Contemporary Ballet presents Directors' Choice — this performance that kicks off our summer season of FREE performances across Northeast Ohio. We're grateful for a generous gift from the Jack, Joseph, and Morton Mandel Foundation our summer series sponsor.

Tri-C Eastern Campus, 4250 Richmond Rd., Highland Hills, OH 44122
Saturday, June 13 at 7:00PM

Our directors present a dynamic program of standout works from the season and exciting premieres. Seats are limited, and the show is tonight only. RSVP now to reserve your spot.

🎟️ 👉 Link in bio to RSVP. https://ocballet.org/directorschoice26/

Are you registered for summer classes yet?

Our summer classes begin Monday, June 1st! Summer sessions and camps are now enrolling, and we have multiple options to accommodate all your summer plans.

We focus on building confidence and skills in a warm, welcoming community environment where every dancer can thrive. Whether your child is taking their very first steps in the studio or wants to build on their current technique, our accredited instructors are here to inspire a lifelong love of movement. View our summer schedule here: https://ocballet.org/youthclasses/

Summer 2026 registration is open at Ohio Contemporary Ballet Youth Academy!

Whether your child is taking their very first steps in the studio or building on their current technique, our accredited instructors are ready to inspire a lifelong love of movement. We focus on building confidence and skills in a warm, welcoming community environment where every dancer can thrive.

We have a fantastic lineup for dancers ages 2 to 14, featuring classes in ballet, contemporary, and jazz:
>>Summer Session A: June 1–20
>>NEW! Summer Dance Camp Week: June 22–26
>>Summer Session B: June 27–July 11

Secure your spot today and let's dance this summer!

Learn More: https://ocballet.org/youthclasses/

Read the great interview in cleveland.com by Zachary Lewis on how Dr. Carlson and the Milliner from the Wicked films met while she was working as the dean of the Hong Kong Academy for the Performing Arts!

Upcoming Ohio Contemporary Ballet gala behatted in ‘Wicked’ coincidences Stars fully aligned when Santos offered not only to attend OCB’s gala but also to construct and donate two custom hats based on the “Wicked” franchise.

For new music lovers! This performance will feature Margaret Brouwer's, Mandala, with a new dance featuring Ohio Contemporary Ballet choreographed by Zachary Tuazon.

We extend our gratitude to Himanshu Shah, a longtime supporter of Ohio Contemporary Ballet and this year’s Honorary Chair for the Spring Gala. His unwavering loyalty and support have been instrumental in the company’s journey and we are deeply thankful for his enduring commitment to our mission!