Ohio Contemporary Ballet

Fall enrollment is open. ✨

The Youth Academy at Ohio Contemporary Ballet is where young dancers find their footing and their confidence.

Small classes. Real technique. And a community that encourages them.

If your child has ever watched a dancer and “thought I want to do that” this is where they start.

Enrollment is open for Fall. Visit https://ocballet.org/youthclasses/ to learn more or schedule a free trial class by calling 216-397-3757 ext. 2!

Due to weather predictions for Saturday the performance of "Celebrating a Decade of Grace" in honor of Kelly Korfhage at Tremont's Lincoln Park has been moved up to 7:00pm start time. Don't miss it! See you at the park earlier than planned!

Stay tuned to our social media for the latest updates.

Due to weather predictions for Saturday the performance of "Celebrating a Decade of Grace" in honor of Kelly Korfhage at Tremont's Lincoln Park has been moved up to 7:00pm start time. Don't miss it! See you at the park earlier than planned!

Stay tuned to our social media for the latest updates.

Thanks to Steve Sucato of Arts Air for interviewing Kelly Korfhage about her retirement from the stage. Celebrated as Ohio Contemporary Ballet’s quintessential ballerina, Kelly Korfhage will take her final bow with the company this Saturday, August 1st. Read the full interview about her dance career here>>https://artsair.art/2026/07/28/ohio-contemporary-ballets-kelly-korfhage-to-take-her-final-bow-after-a-decade-with-the-company-interview-preview/

Steve Sucato - International Arts Writer/Critic

Thanks to a generous donor, the first 150 donations to the endowment are eligible for a $-for-$ match through July 31st. Make a $40 contribution in honor of the company’s 40-year history today and help us meet our goal! Three days left to make your gift count twice! Donate>>https://ocballet.org/endowment/

This Saturday, we celebrate a decade of artistry as beloved company dancer Kelly Korfhage steps onto the stage for her final performance. Over ten years, Kelly has brought grace and extraordinary talent to every role and earned the admiration of audiences and critics alike. Now, she begins an exciting new chapter, completing her studies to become a Physical Therapist Assistant. We'll deeply miss her, but we couldn't be prouder to support her on her journey. Don’t miss your last chance to celebrate Kelly’s remarkable career and presence on stage on August 1st at Tremont's Lincoln Park at 8:30pm.

Photo: Bill Naiman

Celebrated by critics for its "astounding lyricism and breathtaking beauty," Paul Taylor's "Airs" continues to captivate audiences with its remarkable artistry. This extraordinary work showcases our dancers' technique and radiant energy, as each movement flows seamlessly into the next with breathtaking grace and lyricism.

Come experience this beloved classic live, right here in our community.

📍 Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival — July 24 & 25, 8:45PM
📍 Tremont Lincoln Park — August 1, 8:30PM

This is one you won't want to miss!

Photos: Bill Naiman

Please help welcome our newest company member, Bethany Montalvo! ✨

A California native, Bethany graduated from the University of Oklahoma in Ballet Performance, having the opportunity to perform works by Jiří Kylián and Jerome Robbins. From there, she danced with Nashville Ballet 2 and Twin Cities Ballet. Let’s help welcome her to Northeast Ohio. “I’m excited to work on amazing repertoire and grown with my fellow dancers this season!”, said Bethany.

Don’t miss her company debut at the Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival in Akron on July 24 and 25.