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MLK Performing Arts Center
4.7 ★★★★★ 45 Google reviews · Ballet school in Charlottesville, Virginia
Plan your first class
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Phone +1 434-245-2450
- Website & schedule charlottesvilleschools.org — enroll and see the live class schedule
The programs they offer
What families & students say
“There for the Charlottesville Ballet (& Tap, Jazz, Modern/Contemporary) Company's end of season recital performances.”
“There for the Charlottesville Ballet (& Tap, Jazz, Modern/Contemporary) Company's end of season recital performances.”
“Beautiful space with good accoustics for all to hear well.”
From the reviews
Loved the play called fiddler on the roof. Devantes performance as Lazar Wolf was one of the highlights for me. 10/10 would go again.
Watched a very nice version of the Nutcracker Ballet. Seats and view of the stage were great, and the sound system was pretty good. Only negative was that the parking was far and not too efficient.
There for the Charlottesville Ballet (& Tap, Jazz, Modern/Contemporary) Company's end of season recital performances. Comfortable seats on the sloping floor aided a good view unless someone significantly taller than you blocks the line of sight.
Attended Charlottesville Ballet Company's Nutcracker. Great auditorium. Seats were big enough, which is rare, good view of the stage, and good acoustics. I was pleased with it as a venue.
Your first ballet class at MLK Performing Arts Center
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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