Academy Newsletter: May 2026

Academy dancers step into the spotlight for Spring Production, May 15–16, 2026, at the School for Creative and Performing Arts. On Friday and Saturday evenings, dancers from our Preparatory, Young Dancer, and Advanced Divisions bring this year’s theme, Fête de la Danse!, to life with selections from The Sleeping Beauty and Raymonda alongside the lively music of Strauss. On Saturday, May 16, our youngest dancers take center stage, offering their own joyful interpretation of this celebratory theme.

Spring Production 2026
May 15 - 16, 2026
School for Creative and Performing Arts

Select seats are still available, but some performances are nearing capacity. Get your tickets before it's too late!

Volunteers are still needed for Spring Production rehearsals and performances! We’re so grateful for the many parents, guardians, and family members who pitch in behind the scenes to make our year-end productions a success. All performance volunteers will be able to view their dancer's piece from backstage, and all volunteers receive one free ticket to the Spring Production performance of their choice!

To volunteer for PD, YD, AD Production Week Rehearsals, click HERE.
To volunteer for PD, YD, AD Performances, click HERE.
To volunteer for Children's Division Performances, click HERE.

Performer Information

Final participant information, including detailed rehearsal and performance schedules and expectations for the theater, went out last week. To revisit that information, please visit the webpages below.

Don't miss the final performances of our 2025-2026 Professional Training Division class!

This year’s Professional Training Division Showcase weaves together a richly varied selection of works, including the buoyant Valse Fantaisie by George Balanchine, excerpts from the dramatic and elegant Le Corsaire, and original creations by David Morse and Joshua Stayton.

Professional Training Division Showcase
Sunday, May 17, 2026 @ 4:30 pm
Corbett Theater
School for Creative and Performing Arts

Summer programs kick off in June, which will be here before we know it! Every year, we see dancers make big strides in their development over the summer. Consistent training during these months is essential, reinforcing the progress dancers have made throughout the year, deepening strength and artistry, and setting dancers up for a strong, confident start in the season ahead.

While select sessions and programs still have limited availability, spaces are filling quickly.

Kids Dance Camp: June 1 - 5, June 8 - 12 and July 27 - 31, 2026

Summer Dance Workshop: June 1 - 5, June 8 - 12 and July 27 - 31, 2026

Youth Summer Intensive: July 6 - 31, 2026

Summer Intensive: June 15 - July 24, 2026

Variations Workshop: June 1 - 5, 2026

If you need a reminder of your dancer’s summer placement, or have questions about registration, please reach out to our team at 513-562-1111 or cbacademy@cballet.org.

CB Moves Family Dance Days kick off this weekend! Family Dance Days offer an opportunity for current CB Moves dancers to stay engaged over the summer and for newly interested families to try our adaptive dance classes in a fun and approachable way. Each session features a unique theme, and classes are designed for a student and an adult to dance together. Join us for one or all four and meet your fellow dancers over donuts before or after class!

CB Moves Family Dance Days
Saturday, May 9, 2026
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Saturday, August 8, 2026

Ages 4-7: 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
Ages 8+: 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM

As we wrap up an inspiring year of growth, we're already busy developing plans for the season ahead. We look forward to welcoming your dancer back to the studio this fall and sharing more about what's in store for the 2026-2027 Academy Season!

Priority Registration: Current Academy families receive exclusive priority access to registration for the upcoming year. This priority period will open in late May, so keep an eye on your inboxes. More information will come your way soon!

Placement and Progress Reports: Students currently in the Preparatory, Young Dancer, and Advanced Divisions will receive their year-end progress reports and 2026-2027 Academy placement the week following Spring Production. 2026-2027 placement for current Children’s Division students will be shared at the opening of priority registration.

New Students: At the conclusion of priority registration, enrollment will open to new students. If you know any new families eager to join the Academy for our upcoming 2026-2027 Season, please encourage them to complete a new student inquiry so we can keep them updated on next steps.

CB Moves: Current CB Moves families can expect to receive information about priority registration in August, with classes beginning in late September.

Classes in our Adult Dance + Fitness Division continue throughout the summer with an updated schedule beginning June 1. We’ll announce the Summer 2026 schedule later this month, so keep an eye on our website and join us in the studio.

For adult dancers looking to deepen their training, Cincinnati Ballet’s popular Adult Weekend Intensive will return this July! Featuring a full weekend of dance, participants dive into technique classes and skills workshops while exploring new dance disciplines. It's a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in a community of fellow dancers and escape into movement that's good for the body and soul.

Adult Weekend Intensive
July 17 - 19, 2026
Margaret and Michael Valentine Center for Dance
Open to adult participants ages 18 and up

Visit the link to register or learn more!

May 4-10: Final Week of Regular Classes
(for Children's, Preparatory, Community, Young Dancer and Advanced Divisions)

May 7: Young Dancer Division Spring Production Rehearsal

May 9: Preparatory Division Spring Production Rehearsal

May 9: PTD Choreographic Workshop

May 9: CB Moves Family Dance Day

May 9: CincyDance! Foundations Graduation

May 11-14: Production Week Rehearsals for PD, YD, AD, and PTD

May 15-16: Spring Production 2026

May 17: Professional Training Division Spring Showcase

From bold contemporary premieres to cherished classical masterpieces, Cincinnati Ballet's 2026-2027 Season reflects the depth of the company's artistry and the vibrancy of our city.

The Season kicks off with the world-premiere packed The Kaplan New Works Series. In November, LIVE! In concert with local band Over the Rhine and The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra offers a once-in-a-lifetime performance celebrating music and dance. Return to the Land of Sweets with The Nutcracker this winter! Join the star-crossed lovers Romeo and Juliet in this romantic tragedy. In April, Director’s Vision: Two Voices explores two distinct artistic perspectives that speak to who we are and how we connect. Finishing out the season, The Family Series: Hansel and Gretel is sure to win over patrons of all ages.

A subscription is the best way to experience it all, with the best seats, exceptional value, and the flexibility to enjoy a season that will inspire your dancer long after the curtain falls. Subscription packages are available now, and single tickets will go on sale in August. We hope to see you in the theater next year!