OUTREACH & COMMUNITY
With a mission to enrich our community through ballet education and performance, Portland Ballet reaches people of all background throughout Maine. If you or your organization are interested in partnering with PB, contact us today! Please have a look at our current programs below.
Community Ballet (Ages 7-12)
A Portland Ballet & Portland Youth Dance Collaboration
Community Ballet is a free group class for children ages 7-12. Funded by the Simmon’s Foundation, Portland Ballet and Portland Youth Dance have partnered to provide free beginner-level ballet classes to children in need in the Greater Portland area. Classes incorporate technique, stretching, musicality, and choreography.
Register today! Click the link HERE. Wednesdays 3:15pm-4:00pm.
Creative Movement at Portland Public Library (Ages 4-6)
Presented by Portland School of Ballet
Creative Movement at PPL is an introduction into classical ballet for young dancers ages 4-6. Students’ gross motor skills are engaged through creative expressive exercise with a focus on coordination. This 30-minute, drop-in style program takes place the first Saturday of every month from January-May 2024.
Please note: this series is designed by Portland School of Ballet specifically for children ages 4-6. Parents must stay for the duration of the class and are welcome to participate or just observe! Thank you for respecting the age range of this program.
10:30-11:00am on January 6, February 3, March 2, April 6, May 4. No pre-registration required.