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Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC)
4.5 ★★★★★ 6,751 Google reviews · Ballet school in Saratoga Springs, New York
Rock concerts, ballets & family events in a sunken theater with adjacent lawn for 20,000 spectators.
Plan your first class
- Class price classes around $50 — many studios bill by term or month instead, so ask about tuition and any trial rate
- Phone (518) 584-9330
- Website & schedule spac.org — enroll and see the live class schedule
What families & students say
“Clean and well maintained, with real flush toilets, paved paths, and a family friendly listening area at the back for those with young kids or accessibility needs.”
“Whether you’re attending a performance or celebrating a milestone, SPAC offers a memorable experience.”
“Clean and well maintained, with real flush toilets, paved paths, and a family friendly listening area at the back for those with young kids or accessibility needs.”
“That being said, it is very well run, in a pristine state park and fully designed for the best sound outdoor ampatheater can provide.”
From the reviews
I’ve been to SPAC three times in the past three years. The first time was for Larkin Poe at the Outlaw Music Festival. As fans of Larkin Poe my wife saw that they were playing at SPAC which was a place we wanted to see.
SPAC is an outstanding venue for concerts, graduations, and live events. The beautiful natural setting, excellent acoustics, and well-organized facilities make every event feel special. The staff is friendly, parking is well managed, and the overall atmosphere is fantastic.
Such a great place to go and enjoy a concert. So many different shows offered - and the ballet and jazz as well. Lawn seats are wonderful - set yourself up for a nice picnic. under cover is amazing as well, TV screens bring you up close and personal - even if you're far away. Sound is on spot.
Wow! Amazing venue and concert! Finger eleven, 3 doors down and Creed. The performance was so exciting. The vendors tried to remain friendly in the middle of the chaos. Had a pretty good time... $20 for a chair rental??? Interesting crowd and good vibes the whole evening.
Your first ballet class at Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC)
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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