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Lincoln Park · Chicago, Illinois

Ballet Academy in Lincoln Park

Founded 1998. Vaganova-method ballet school running from the Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture on Southport Avenue plus a second location at DePaul's Ray Meyer Fitness Center. From 'Small Steps' for young children through teen/adult Vaganova syllabus.

Ages 3+ years
Focus Both
Styles Ballet
  • Ballet
  • Children's Dance
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About the school

Ballet Academy in Lincoln Park was founded in 1998 and operates from the Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture at 2936 N Southport Ave (3rd Floor), with a second location at DePaul University's Ray Meyer Fitness and Recreation Center at 2235 N Sheffield Ave. The Academy follows the Vaganova syllabus across a graded ladder from 'Small Steps' for the youngest children through pre-professional teen and adult classes. The school positions itself on excellence at all ability and age levels.

At a glance

Address
Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture, 2936 N Southport Ave, 3rd Floor, Chicago, IL 60657
Suburb
Lincoln Park
City
Chicago
State
Illinois
Age range
3+ years
Disciplines
Ballet
Approach
Both
Price band
Mid

What stands out

  1. i.Founded 1998 — 28-year Lincoln Park ballet school
  2. ii.Vaganova syllabus from 'Small Steps' through teen/adult
  3. iii.Two locations: Athenaeum Center (Southport) + DePaul Ray Meyer Center (Sheffield)

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Tutu School Lincoln Park

Ages up to 8

Armitage Avenue storybook ballet studio for children 6 months to 8 years. Lincoln Park location of the established Tutu School franchise (Mill Valley flagship founded 2008 by Genevieve Custer Weeks).

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