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Collins Center for the Arts
4.7 ★★★★★ 582 Google reviews · Ballet school in Orono, Maine
Plan your first class
- Ages classes for age 17 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Phone (207) 581-1755
- Website & schedule collinscenterforthearts.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
What families & students say
“Great opportunity for UMO performers to experience professional auditorium and audience.”
“Great opportunity for UMO performers to experience professional auditorium and audience.”
From the reviews
There were refreshments again, water or wine, coffee. Concert was fantastic, made up for any inconveniences. Did I mention there were none! Great performance.
We attended a concert and as I read, there truly is no bad seat in the house. The accoustics are wonderful and we fully enjoyed our show. There is a museum on the second floor which normally closes at 4, but is open during concerts. The staff were all friendly and helpful.
My wife and I went to the Collins center for the first time a few days ago to see Classic Albums Live do the Eagles greatest hits. We were blown away about how good they were. That band needs to be a yearly show. We hope they come back next year. They were amazing !! Thanks for hosting a great bunch of musicians.
Excellent sound, A great venue for music. The sight lines are all good and there doesn't seem to be any bad seats. The seating aisles are very wide, making it easier to get in and out of your row. I love going to performances there.
Your first ballet class at Collins Center for the Arts
Nervous about walking into your first class? Almost everyone is — and a good studio expects beginners, whether your dancer is five or you're returning at fifty. Here's what to know. What to wear: comfortable clothes you can move in, with socks or bare feet; a leotard and tights are nice if you have them, but not required, and pointe shoes are years down the road — never day one. What to expect: class usually starts at the barre with slow, simple movements to warm up, then moves to the center — follow along, copy the teacher, and don't worry about getting it "right" the first time. Arrive early: come 10–15 minutes ahead to change, find a spot, and let the teacher know it's a first class so they can keep an eye out. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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