Le Corsaire Week

Le Corisaire Week

Academy Ballet Series | Ages 7–12

Step into the vibrant world of Le Corsaire, a ballet known for its brilliance, virtuosity, and dramatic storytelling. Throughout the week, dancers will explore the bold classical style and theatrical energy that make this ballet a favorite in the repertoire.

Training will focus on the powerful and expressive qualities that define Le Corsaire, including dynamic allegro, precise footwork, confident épaulement, and strong stage presence. Dancers will study excerpts from the famous Jardin Animé scene and other sections of the ballet, developing musicality, coordination, and the clarity of movement required for classical repertoire.

This week emphasizes energy, precision, and performance quality while continuing to refine classical technique and artistry.

The week concludes with an in-studio showcase highlighting the repertoire and artistry developed throughout the program.

Daily Training Includes

• Classical Technique Class
• Le Corsaire Repertoire
• Pointe Work
• Conditioning & Strengthening
• Stretch & Flexibility Training
• Artistic Lab

Dancers will rehearse excerpts from Le Corsaire, developing strength, musicality, and the confident performance style required for this celebrated ballet.

The Artistic Lab rotates daily and includes ballet history, pointe shoe preparation, hair and stage makeup workshops, performance etiquette, viewing professional excerpts, and discussions about classical productions.

Sample Daily Schedule

9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

9:00 - 9:15 – Arrival & Warm-Up
9:15 - 10:45 – Technique Class
10:45 - 11:15 – Pointe
11:15 - 12:00 – Repertoire
12:00 - 12:30 – Lunch Break
12:30 - 1:30 – Repertoire / Variations
1:30 - 2:15 – Conditioning & Stretch
2:15 - 3:00 – Artistic Lab

3:00 – Dismissal

(Schedule may adjust slightly based on group needs.)

What to Bring

• Ballet shoes
• Pointe shoes (for dancers already en pointe)
• Leotard & pink tights (ballet skirt optional)
• Comfortable cover-up clothing (t-shirt, shorts, or warm-up layers to wear over dancewear)
• Hair neatly secured in a bun
• Snack and lunch
• Labeled water bottle
• Small notebook & pen (for Artistic Lab notes)

Tuition

$285 per week

Multi-week discounts available.

How to Enroll

Enrollment is completed through our online Parent Portal.

Step 1: Click the “Enroll Now” button below your selected summer program.
Step 2: If you are new to Nona Ballet, create a Parent Portal account. If you are a current family, simply log in.
Step 3: Select your desired summer week and complete registration.
Step 4: Submit the $75 non-refundable deposit to reserve your dancer’s spot. The $75 deposit is applied toward the total tuition. The remaining balance will be charged prior to the start of the program.

Enrollment is first-come, first-served. Registration is confirmed once the deposit is received.

Le Corsaire Week offers dancers the opportunity to experience the brilliance, musicality, and theatrical energy of this beloved ballet while continuing to refine their technique and artistry in a focused training environment.