State Street Ballet - Dance studio in Santa Barbara, California
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State Street Ballet

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2285 Las Positas Road

Santa Barbara, California 93105

21 programs

About State Street Ballet

State Street Ballet, located in picturesque Santa Barbara, California, is a distinguished international dance company established in 1994, renowned for its artistic excellence. Dedicated to the art of dance, the institution offers robust training and captivating performances, blending timeless classics with innovative new works. Under the guidance of Artistic Director Megan Philipp and Executive Director Cecily MacDougall, State Street Ballet serves as a cornerstone of dance on the Central Coast. The esteemed faculty includes seasoned professionals such as Anna Carnes Gilbert, Michele Hulse Pearson, Mei-Ling Murray, Nilas Martins, Nicole Powell Meichtry, Noam Tsivkin, Megan Philipp, Marina Fliagina, Cecily MacDougall, and Tigran Sargsyan. They provide comprehensive classical and contemporary ballet training catering to a wide range of dancers, from aspiring professionals to enthusiastic students. State Street Ballet provides a platform for twenty international artists, a professional trainee program, and an annual summer intensive. The company actively seeks talent for Company Contracts, its Professional Track Trainee Program, and Summer Conservatory through audition tours, fostering the next generation of dancers. Their repertoire showcases classical performances like "Romeo & Juliet" and "The Nutcracker," alongside contemporary works such as "Interplay" and "Level Up." With a commitment to quality dance training, imaginative programming, and community engagement, State Street Ballet enriches lives and connects communities through world-class, accessible dance experiences, ensuring a dynamic future for the organization and the wider Santa Barbara area.

Styles offered at State Street Ballet

Programs from State Street Ballet

21 programs available

Classes

Rehearsal

Rehearsal sessions are dedicated to practicing and preparing for performances, integrating learned techniques and choreography.

Dancers cast in State Street Ballet productions may be called to rehearsal in place of supplemental classes.
Semi-Private Technique Classes

These are smaller class settings focusing on individual technique development with more personalized attention.

Students take a minimum of four classes per day, including daily ballet technique and pointe, supplemented by the additional classes listed above.
Variations and Coaching

This class involves practicing and refining solo dance pieces (variations) with personalized coaching.

Students take a minimum of four classes per day, including daily ballet technique and pointe, supplemented by the additional classes listed above.
Classical and Contemporary Repertoire

This class focuses on learning and performing established classical ballet pieces as well as contemporary choreographic works.

Students take a minimum of four classes per day, including daily ballet technique and pointe, supplemented by the additional classes listed above.
Choreography

Choreography is the art of designing and arranging dance movements to create a performance.

5 days/week (25+ hrs)
Conditioning

Conditioning exercises are designed to build strength, stamina, and flexibility essential for dancers.

5 days/week (25+ hrs)
Contemporary

Contemporary dance is a genre of expressive dance that combines elements of ballet, modern, jazz, and lyrical dance.

5 days/week (25+ hrs)
Modern

Modern dance is a broad genre of dance that developed in the early 20th century, emphasizing freedom of movement and exploration.

5 days/week (25+ hrs)
Pas de Deux

Pas de Deux is a dance duet, typically featuring a male and female dancer, that showcases partnering techniques and artistry.

5 days/week (25+ hrs)
Pointe

Pointe work involves dancing on the tips of the toes, requiring significant strength, technique, and specific training.

5 days/week (25+ hrs)
Ballet Technique

Ballet technique is a fundamental discipline in classical ballet, emphasizing precise body alignment, control, and artistry.

5 days/week (25+ hrs)

Courses

conditioning
$2500.00

State Street Ballet’s Summer Conservatory is a full-time 4-week course that meets six days per week, culminating in a final performance at Center Stage Theatre in downtown Santa Barbara. Classes include ballet technique, pointe, pas de deux, modern, contemporary, conditioning, and jazz.

contemporary
$2500.00

State Street Ballet’s Summer Conservatory is a full-time 4-week course that meets six days per week, culminating in a final performance at Center Stage Theatre in downtown Santa Barbara. Classes include ballet technique, pointe, pas de deux, modern, contemporary, conditioning, and jazz.

pas de deux
$2500.00

State Street Ballet’s Summer Conservatory is a full-time 4-week course that meets six days per week, culminating in a final performance at Center Stage Theatre in downtown Santa Barbara. Classes include ballet technique, pointe, pas de deux, modern, contemporary, conditioning, and jazz.

ballet technique, pointe, pas de deux, modern, contemporary, conditioning, and choreography

Designed for the advanced dancer ages 17-23, the State Street Ballet Professional Track Program is a full-time 32-week course that meets five days a week. Classes include ballet technique, pointe, pas de deux, modern, contemporary, conditioning, and choreography.

ballet technique, pointe, pas de deux, modern, contemporary, conditioning, and jazz

Designed for the advanced dancer ages 17-23, the State Street Ballet Professional Track Program is a full-time 32-week course that meets five days a week. Classes include ballet technique, pointe, pas de deux, modern, contemporary, conditioning, and choreography.

choreography
$2500.00

In the afternoons, our esteemed faculty will teach choreography. The State Street Ballet Summer Conservatory curriculum is designed for dancers interested in fine-tuning their technique and exploring their artistic expression through classical repertoire and contemporary choreography.

Monday - Saturday 12:30pm - 4:15pm
jazz
$2500.00

State Street Ballet’s Summer Conservatory is a full-time 4-week course that meets six days per week, culminating in a final performance at Center Stage Theatre in downtown Santa Barbara. Classes include ballet technique, pointe, pas de deux, modern, contemporary, conditioning, and jazz.

Monday - Saturday 12:30pm - 4:15pm
modern
$2500.00

State Street Ballet’s Summer Conservatory is a full-time 4-week course that meets six days per week, culminating in a final performance at Center Stage Theatre in downtown Santa Barbara. Classes include ballet technique, pointe, pas de deux, modern, contemporary, conditioning, and jazz.

Monday - Saturday 12:30pm - 4:15pm
pointe
$2500.00

State Street Ballet’s Summer Conservatory is a full-time 4-week course that meets six days per week, culminating in a final performance at Center Stage Theatre in downtown Santa Barbara. Classes include ballet technique, pointe, pas de deux, modern, contemporary, conditioning, and jazz.

Monday - Saturday 9:15am - 12:00pm
ballet technique
$2500.00

State Street Ballet’s Summer Conservatory is a full-time 4-week course that meets six days per week, culminating in a final performance at Center Stage Theatre in downtown Santa Barbara. Classes include ballet technique, pointe, pas de deux, modern, contemporary, conditioning, and jazz.

Monday - Saturday 9:15am - 12:00pm

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact State Street Ballet?

Call State Street Ballet at (805) 845-1432 or visit http://www.statestreetballet.com/.

What are State Street Ballet's prices?

Classes at State Street Ballet start at $2500.

What is the best way to contact State Street Ballet?

The quickest way is to call (805) 845-1432 or visit http://www.statestreetballet.com/.

What is State Street Ballet's phone number?

Reach State Street Ballet directly at (805) 845-1432.

Does State Street Ballet have a website?

Yes, you can find State Street Ballet online at http://www.statestreetballet.com/.