Reach, Charlotte Ballet’s nationally recognized need-based dance scholarship program, makes beginning-level, quality dance training accessible to students who demonstrate a natural talent for movement and the potential to be trained in dance. The program affords children the opportunity to access quality dance training in their neighborhoods free of charge promoting self-esteem, discipline, a strong work ethic, and an appreciation for the arts.
Audition for the 2022/23 School Year!
If you are interested in auditioning for the 2022/23 school year, please contact Community Engagement Supervisor, Emma Manion, by September 1, 2022.
emanion@charlotteballet.org | 704.414.2792
SAMPLE CLASS SCHEDULE
Classes run from September 2022 – May 2023.
ALBEMARLE ROAD RECREATION CENTER
MONDAYS 5-6 PM | WEDNESDAYS 5-7 PM
BETTE RAE THOMAS RECREATION CENTER
TUESDAYS 5-6 PM | THURSDAYS 5-7 PM
HICKORY GROVE RECREATION CENTER
TUESDAYS 5-6 PM | THURSDAYS 5-7 PM
IVORY BAKER RECREATION CENTER
MONDAYS 5-7 PM | WEDNESDAYS 5-6 PM
SUGAW CREEK RECREATION CENTER
MONDAYS 5-6 PM | WEDNESDAYS 5-7 PM
RETURNING DANCERS
All students must audition each year. During the audition, progress from the previous year will be assessed. Returning students should wear their Reach attire to the audition. Hair should be pulled back away from the face and neck.
NEW DANCERS
At the audition, students who have not participated in the Reach program previously should wear comfortable clothes that allow freedom of movement such as shorts, sweat pants and t-shirts (solid colors—no words); formal dance wear/shoes are not required.
ONCE ENROLLED
Students selected for the program attend classes two times each week, 29 consecutive weeks beginning in September, at designated Mecklenburg County recreation centers, including Albemarle Road, Bette Rae Thomas, Ivory Baker, Hickory Grove and Sugaw Creek Recreation Centers. All first-year students receive their dance attire at no charge to their families. Students and their parents also receive tickets to attend select Charlotte Ballet performances.
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