Skip to Content
Arts of the Albemarle
Home
About
About AOA
Visual Arts
Gallery
Our Artists
Artist Resources
Splash 2025
Landmark Competition
Become an AOA Artist
Inner Banks Arts
Performing Arts
Upcoming
Battle of the Bands
Recording & Audio Engineering
School of the Arts
School of the Arts
Fall 2025 Classes
The Center Players
Private Lessons
Group Music 18 mo—5th Grade
Broadway Buddies
Adult Classes
Events
Upcoming Events
Rhythm & Brews
Art Tour of Homes
Fundraising Gala
Splash Week Artist Retreat
Battle of the Bands
Support
Donate
Volunteer
Become a Member
Sponsorships
Rentals
0
0
Support AOA
Arts of the Albemarle
Home
About
About AOA
Visual Arts
Gallery
Our Artists
Artist Resources
Splash 2025
Landmark Competition
Become an AOA Artist
Inner Banks Arts
Performing Arts
Upcoming
Battle of the Bands
Recording & Audio Engineering
School of the Arts
School of the Arts
Fall 2025 Classes
The Center Players
Private Lessons
Group Music 18 mo—5th Grade
Broadway Buddies
Adult Classes
Events
Upcoming Events
Rhythm & Brews
Art Tour of Homes
Fundraising Gala
Splash Week Artist Retreat
Battle of the Bands
Support
Donate
Volunteer
Become a Member
Sponsorships
Rentals
0
0
Support AOA
Home
Folder: About
Back
About AOA
Folder: Visual Arts
Back
Gallery
Our Artists
Artist Resources
Splash 2025
Landmark Competition
Become an AOA Artist
Inner Banks Arts
Folder: Performing Arts
Back
Upcoming
Battle of the Bands
Recording & Audio Engineering
Folder: School of the Arts
Back
School of the Arts
Fall 2025 Classes
The Center Players
Private Lessons
Group Music 18 mo—5th Grade
Broadway Buddies
Adult Classes
Folder: Events
Back
Upcoming Events
Rhythm & Brews
Art Tour of Homes
Fundraising Gala
Splash Week Artist Retreat
Battle of the Bands
Folder: Support
Back
Donate
Volunteer
Become a Member
Sponsorships
Rentals
Support AOA
Fall Classes Center Stage Ballet (Grades K–4th & 5th-12th)
people-hands-ballet-dancers-balance-600nw-2509004107.jpg.webp Image 1 of
people-hands-ballet-dancers-balance-600nw-2509004107.jpg.webp
people-hands-ballet-dancers-balance-600nw-2509004107.jpg.webp

Center Stage Ballet (Grades K–4th & 5th-12th)

$100.00

Perfect for young performers who dream of dancing in the spotlight! Center Stage Ballet blends classical ballet technique with theatrical flair, helping students build grace, strength, and stage presence. Dancers will learn ballet foundations—positions, terminology, posture, and musicality—while exploring expressive movement and storytelling through dance. This class is a great fit for theatre kids looking to sharpen their dance skills for the stage or simply fall in love with ballet in a creative and supportive environment.

What to Wear:
Girls should wear a leotard, tights, and ballet shoes, skirt or shorts optional. Boys should wear black shorts or pants, a white or black shirt, and ballet shoes. Hair should be pulled back out of the face in bun or ponytail

K-4th: Wednesdays 4:30-5:30

5th-12th: Wednesdays 5:30-6:30


All School of the Arts classes run from September 8th to November 6th.
Please note: There will be no classes held September 29th through October 3rd.

This class has a one-time fee that covers the full semester.

Tuition assistance is available based on income. To apply, please email: schoolofthearts@artsaoa.com

Age:
Add To Cart

Perfect for young performers who dream of dancing in the spotlight! Center Stage Ballet blends classical ballet technique with theatrical flair, helping students build grace, strength, and stage presence. Dancers will learn ballet foundations—positions, terminology, posture, and musicality—while exploring expressive movement and storytelling through dance. This class is a great fit for theatre kids looking to sharpen their dance skills for the stage or simply fall in love with ballet in a creative and supportive environment.

What to Wear:
Girls should wear a leotard, tights, and ballet shoes, skirt or shorts optional. Boys should wear black shorts or pants, a white or black shirt, and ballet shoes. Hair should be pulled back out of the face in bun or ponytail

K-4th: Wednesdays 4:30-5:30

5th-12th: Wednesdays 5:30-6:30


All School of the Arts classes run from September 8th to November 6th.
Please note: There will be no classes held September 29th through October 3rd.

This class has a one-time fee that covers the full semester.

Tuition assistance is available based on income. To apply, please email: schoolofthearts@artsaoa.com

Perfect for young performers who dream of dancing in the spotlight! Center Stage Ballet blends classical ballet technique with theatrical flair, helping students build grace, strength, and stage presence. Dancers will learn ballet foundations—positions, terminology, posture, and musicality—while exploring expressive movement and storytelling through dance. This class is a great fit for theatre kids looking to sharpen their dance skills for the stage or simply fall in love with ballet in a creative and supportive environment.

What to Wear:
Girls should wear a leotard, tights, and ballet shoes, skirt or shorts optional. Boys should wear black shorts or pants, a white or black shirt, and ballet shoes. Hair should be pulled back out of the face in bun or ponytail

K-4th: Wednesdays 4:30-5:30

5th-12th: Wednesdays 5:30-6:30


All School of the Arts classes run from September 8th to November 6th.
Please note: There will be no classes held September 29th through October 3rd.

This class has a one-time fee that covers the full semester.

Tuition assistance is available based on income. To apply, please email: schoolofthearts@artsaoa.com

Class: Center Stage Ballet

Day/Time:  K-4th: Wednesdays 4:30=5:30

5th-12th Wednesdays 5:30-6:30

Teacher: Ms. Katy

Location: Water Street Studio

115 N Water Street


Class Rules and Ballet Etiquette

  1. Come Prepared – Wear your ballet clothes and shoes, and bring a water bottle.

  2. Listen and Try Your Best – Always try, even when it’s new or tricky.

  3. Be Kind and Supportive – Encourage your classmates and treat everyone with respect.

  4. Follow Instructions – Listen to your teacher and wait your turn.

  5. Stay Engaged – No sitting unless instructed. Always be dancing, practicing, or actively listening.

  6. No Gum, Snacks, or Toys in Class – Water only, please.

  7. No Cell Phones – Phones should be kept with a parent or in a dance bag.

  8. Clap and Say Thank You – We end class with gratitude for our teacher and classmates.

You Might Also Like

Acting: Scenes and Monologues (2nd-6th & 7th-12th) DSC_3937.jpg 457255019_526723363450028_2747713614509606762_n.jpg 462141992_552039287585102_32434699258615558_n.jpg DSC_3937.jpg NEA Grant 2.jpeg
Acting: Scenes and Monologues (2nd-6th & 7th-12th)
$125.00
Grades 3rd-6th UNLIMITED CLASSES PASS
Grades 3rd-6th UNLIMITED CLASSES PASS
$400.00
Broadway Buddies (Grades K-12) Lauren w_students.jpeg
Broadway Buddies (Grades K-12)
$100.00
Musical Theatre (K-1st, 2nd-3rd, 4th-5th, 5th-6th, and 6-12th) DSC_3937.jpg 440108659_452311137557918_2574473788040564039_n.jpg NEA 38.jpeg NEA 20 (1).jpeg 460156400_538594692262895_1783793390563900687_n (1).jpg 439959463_452310884224610_941412868610514859_n (1).jpg
Musical Theatre (K-1st, 2nd-3rd, 4th-5th, 5th-6th, and 6-12th)
from $125.00
The Uke Club: Group Ukulele (Grades 5th-12th) IMG_0738.jpeg IMG_6961.webp IMG_0744.jpeg
The Uke Club: Group Ukulele (Grades 5th-12th)
$100.00

AOA (Arts of the Albemarle) is a vibrant and inspiring art center nestled in the heart of Elizabeth City, North Carolina. As a hub for creativity and artistic expression, AOA offers a diverse range of visual arts, performing arts, and cultural experiences to the local community and beyond.

516 E Main St. Elizabeth City, NC, 27909

(252) 777 - ARTS

Gallery Hours

Tuesday-Friday 11AM-6PM

Saturday 10AM-4PM