Nov
30
10:00 AM10:00
Dec
6
9:00 AM09:00
Ballet Royale Winter Showcase & Modified Class Schedule
Ballet Royale In-Studio Winter Showcase Performance. There will be a modified class schedule for Academy Program dancers and Pre-Professional and Professional Division Dancers.
Performance Times:
1st Performance: 10:45am Showcase
2nd Performance: 1:00pm Showcase
3rd Performance: 3:15pm Showcase
Audience members will be invited in to be seated 10 minutes before each showcase begins.
Dancers: Please check your portal for your call time and assigned time slot. Your warm-up, rehearsal, and performance are all included within that time slot.
*Please note: Dancers who arrive late to rehearsal on December 6 may not be permitted to perform.
Dec
8
to Dec 13
No Classes: Performance Break
Twin Cities Ballet’s Minnesota Nutcracker performances. No regular scheduled classes.
Dec
15
to Dec 20
Pre-Ballet Parent's Watch Week
Pre-Ballet I, II, & III Parent’s Watch Week:
Monday, December 15 through Saturday, December 20, 2025.
Dec
21
9:30 AM09:30
Last Day of Fall Semester 2025 Classes
Last Day of Fall Semester Classes is Sunday, December 21, 2025.
Dec
22
to Jan 3
Happy Holidays!
No Ballet Royale Classes December 22, 2025- January 3, 2026. Happy Holidays!
Jan
3
11:30 AM11:30
Kansas City Ballet Summer Intensive Audition
Kansas City Ballet Summer Intensive Audition will be held at Ballet Royale Minnesota on Saturday, January 3, 2026
Audition Times: 12:00pm-1:30pm
Registration: 11:30am-12:00pm
Please check the Kansas City Ballet website for registration information.
Jan
4
9:30 AM09:30
Jan
19
to Jan 24
Parents' Watch Week
Academy Program, Pre-Professional Program and Professional Division Parents’ Watch Week. Monday, January 19 – Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Jan
26
to Jan 28
Parent/Student Conferences
Student/Parent Conferences Academy & Pre-Professional Program & Professional Division. No Regularly Scheduled Classes for those levels only.
All other classes run as regularly scheduled.
Feb
1
12:00 PM12:00
Audition for Ballet Royale's Summer Intensives
1st AUDITION for Ballet Royale's Summer Intensive Programs:
12:30 – 2:00pm Ages 11-22 With Pointe
2:15 – 3:30pm Ages 6-18 No Pointe
Feb
16
10:30 AM10:30
No Classes: Happy President's Day!
No Classes Monday, February 16, 2026. Happy President’s Day!
Mar
30
to Apr 4
Apr
12
12:00 PM12:00
Audition for Ballet Royale's Summer Intensives
Second AUDITION for Ballet Royale's Summer Intensive Programs.
12:30 – 2:00pm Ages 11-22 With Pointe
2:15 – 3:30pm Ages 6-18 No Pointe
May
6
to May 9
May
6
to May 9
No Classes: Academy & Pre-Professional Program
No Classes: Academy & Pre-Professional Program & Professional Division
Pre-Ballet and Adult/Teen Program classes will run as regularly scheduled.
May
11
to May 16
"A Celebration of Dance" Dress Rehearsal & Performance Week
“A Celebration of Dance,” In Studio and Stage Dress Rehearsals and Performances will be held Monday, May 11, through Saturday, May 16, 2026.
There will be no regularly scheduled classes during Dress Rehearsal and Performance Week; dancers should attend their Dress & Stage Rehearsal and Performance times instead.
May
16
5:00 PM17:00
Last Day of Spring Semester
Last Day of Spring Semester Classes for Pre-Ballet, and Adult & Teen Program dancers.
May
18
to May 20
Student/Parent Conferences: Academy Program
Student/Parent Conferences Academy Program. No Regularly Scheduled Classes Academy Program only.
All Pre-Professional Program & Professional Division Classes run as scheduled
May
20
12:00 PM12:00
May
20
6:00 PM18:00
Pizza Party!
Ballet Royale’s End of Year Pizza Party for Academy & Pre-Pro Program & Professional Division dancers.
May
22
to May 25
Jun
8
to Jun 11
Modified Schedule
Exams for Pre-Professional Program & Professional Division. Check your portal for your exam time.
Jun
11
3:00 PM15:00
Last Day of Classes
Last Day Regular Term Classes for Pre-Professional Program & Professional Division
Jun
11
6:15 PM18:15
1st AUDITION for PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM and PROFESSIONAL DIVISION
AUDITION for Ages 6–21 for Ballet Royale’s PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM and PROFESSIONAL DIVISION for the 2026-2027 season!
This Audition is for New Students seeking to enter the Program.
Nov
29
10:00 AM10:00
Le Petit Nut Workshop
Ballet Royale In-Studio Workshop & Performance "Le Petit Nut."
Ballet Royale has a wonderful and exciting opportunity for young dancers! On Saturday, November 29, we will be offering a specialty workshop for dancers to learn Nutcracker inspired dances. Le Petit Nut will bring out the Sugar Plum Fairy and Toy Soldier in every child!
The workshop is from 10:00am – 12:00pm and is for dancer ages 4 through 9 years old and will include a Goodie Bag for each registered student.
Nov
26
to Nov 29
Oct
31
12:30 PM12:30
Halloween: Modified Class Schedule
Happy Halloween! There will be a modified class schedule on Thursday, October 31, 2025.
All Academy & Pre-Professional Program classes starting after 4:00pm will have a modified schedule
Oct
5
10:00 AM10:00
Exclusive Class with TCB’s Artistic Director Rick Vogt
Ballet Royale is thrilled to host an extraordinary opportunity: an open ballet class with Rick Vogt, Artistic Director of Twin Cities Ballet!
📅 Sunday, October 5
🕙 10:00–11:30 am
📍 Ballet Royale Minnesota – just minutes from Ames Center
As the resident ballet company of Ames Center, Twin Cities Ballet is celebrated for its innovative, visionary performances and its commitment to developing exceptional dancers. Under the leadership of Rick Vogt, TCB continues to inspire and shape the Twin Cities arts community with excellence and artistry.
This is your chance to train with one of Minnesota’s foremost ballet leaders — right here at Ballet Royale. Don’t miss it!
👉 Reserve your spot now
Sep
6
9:00 AM09:00
Ballet Royale Classes Begin
2025-2026 Regular Term Begins for Ballet Royale Academy Program, Pre-Professional Program, Professional Division, and Ballet for Boys
2025 Fall Semester Begins: Pre-Ballet and Adult/Teen Ballet Classes
Aug
28
9:30 AM09:30
Ballet Royale Open Classes
Ballet Royale Open Classes: Class is open to all Intermediate/Advanced dancers, Ages 11+
Ballet Royale 2024/25 Dancers placed in Pre-Professional Program 4A and higher & Academy Program Intermediate I and higher.
Date and Time:
Thursday, August 28, 2025
9:30AM -11:00am (No Pointe)
9:30am-11:30am (includes Pointe)
Aug
26
to Sep 4
Evening Open Houses!
Tour the studio • Meet the faculty • Register for classes • Win prizes!
✅ Try on logo wear and get help with orders!
✅ Tour our beautiful space
✅ Chat with our amazing faculty
✅ Get help with registration or schedule a new student evaluation
✅ Spin the prize wheel for a chance to win!
📅 Dates & Times:
5:00–6:30pm
Tuesday, August 26
Thursday, August 28
Thursday, September 4
📍 Location: Ballet Royale Minnesota
Whether you’re a new student or returning for the season, join us for an evening of fun, inspiration, and ballet!
Aug
26
9:30 AM09:30
Ballet Royale Open Classes
Ballet Royale Open Classes: Class is open to all Intermediate/Advanced dancers, Ages 11+
Ballet Royale 2024/25 Dancers placed in Pre-Professional Program 4A and higher & Academy Program Intermediate I and higher.
Date and Time:
Tuesday, August 26, 2025:
9:30AM -11:00am (No Pointe)
9:30am-11:30am (includes Pointe)
Aug
21
9:30 AM09:30
Ballet Royale Open Classes
Ballet Royale Open Classes: Class is open to all Intermediate/Advanced dancers, Ages 11+
Ballet Royale 2024/25 Dancers placed in Pre-Professional Program 4A and higher & Academy Program Intermediate I and higher.
Date and Time:
Thursday, August 21, 2025:
9:30AM -11:00am (No Pointe)
9:30am-11:30am (includes Pointe)
Aug
19
9:30 AM09:30
Ballet Royale Open Classes
Ballet Royale Open Classes: Class is open to all Intermediate/Advanced dancers, Ages 11+
Ballet Royale 2024/25 Dancers placed in Pre-Professional Program 4A and higher & Academy Program Intermediate I and higher.
Date and Time:
Tuesday, August 19, 2025:
9:30AM -11:00am (No Pointe)
9:30am-11:30am (includes Pointe)
Aug
19
to Aug 28
Morning Open Houses!
Tour the studio • Meet the faculty • Register for classes • Win prizes!
✅ Try on logo wear and get help with orders!
✅ Tour our beautiful space
✅ Chat with our amazing faculty
✅ Get help with registration or schedule a new student evaluation
✅ Spin the prize wheel for a chance to win!
Open House - 9:00–11:30am each day!
📅 Dates:
Tuesday, August 19
Thursday, August 21
Tuesday, August 26
Thursday, August 28
📍 Location: Ballet Royale Minnesota
Come see why we’re Minnesota’s top ballet academy!
Jul
31
9:30 AM09:30
Ballet Royale Open Classes
Ballet Royale Open Classes: Class is open to all Intermediate/Advanced dancers, Ages 11+
Ballet Royale 2024/25 Dancers placed in Pre-Professional Program 4A and higher & Academy Program Intermediate I and higher.
Date and Time:
Thursday, Jul 31, 2025
9:30AM -11:00am (No Pointe)
9:30am-11:30am (includes Pointe)
Jul
31
9:30 AM09:30
Ballet Royale Open Classes
Ballet Royale Open Classes: Class is open to all Intermediate/Advanced dancers, Ages 11+
Ballet Royale 2024/25 Dancers placed in Pre-Professional Program 4A and higher & Academy Program Intermediate I and higher.
Date and Time:
Thursday, August 21, 2025
9:30AM -11:00am (No Pointe)
9:30am-11:30am (includes Pointe)
Jul
29
9:30 AM09:30
Ballet Royale Open Classes
Ballet Royale Open Classes: Class is open to all Intermediate/Advanced dancers, Ages 11+
Ballet Royale 2024/25 Dancers placed in Pre-Professional Program 4A and higher & Academy Program Intermediate I and higher.
Date and Time:
Tuesday, Jul 29, 2025:
9:30AM -11:00am (No Pointe)
9:30am-11:30am (includes Pointe)
Jul
7
to Aug 31
Summer Semester
Ballet Royale Summer Semester Classes: Summer Semester classes are open to all dancers ages Toddler – Adult.
Mommy/Daddy & Me: Ages Toddler – 4
Pre-Ballet Program Classes: Ages 3–7
Youth Classes: Ages 7–14
Teen Classes: Ages 10+
Adult Classes: Ages 19+
Jun
9
to Aug 31
Pre-Ballet Workshops
Pre-Ballet Workshops Ages: 4–9 Length: 1 Day Workshops Give your young dancer the joy of dance & performance! The workshops include a short performance at the end of the workshop, with a different familiar story each month. Take one, two, or all three!
Jun
9
to Aug 31
Ballet Royale Summer Intensives
Ballet Royale Summer Intensives
Ages: 6–22 AUDITION REQUIRED
Ballet Royale offers Summer Intensive programs in June, July, and August for dancers seeking an extra push during the summer. After auditioning, dancers will be placed into the appropriate intensive level and can then choose the sessions that best fit their schedule. Whether it's one, two, or three weeks, these intensives are designed to maximize improvement and accelerate progress throughout the summer!
May
19
to May 22
Modified Class Schedule
There will be a modified class schedule for Academy and Pre-Professional Program classes Monday, May 19– Thursday, May, 22, 2025. Check your online schedules for the modified schedule.
May
16
to May 17
A Celebration of Dance Performances
Ballet Royale Performances of "A Celebration of Dance" will be held at Prior Lake High School.
Performance Times:
Friday, May 16 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, May 17 – 12:00 PM
Saturday, May 17 – 4:30 PM
Ticketing and additional information will be sent via email.
Mar
31
10:30 AM10:30
Mar
24
to Mar 30
Spring Break
Ballet Royale’s Spring Break March 24 – March 30, 2025. No Regularly Schedules Classes.
Mar
7
to Mar 9
TCB's Romeo & Juliet: A Rock Ballet
Set to the iconic music of Queen, TCB’s retelling of Romeo & Juliet will feature live music from Minnesota musicians!
WORLD PREMIERE March 7–9, 2025 at the Fitzgerald Theater in St. Paul.
Feb
23
12:00 PM12:00
Twin Cities Ballet Auditions for "Beauty & the Beast"
TCB Auditions for Beauty & the Beast
Dec
20
to Dec 21
TCB's A Minnesota Nutcracker at Northrop
Missed the first weekend?
TCB’s annual production of A Minnesota Nutcracker will be held for a second weekend at The Northrop on December 20 & 21, 2024. Featuring spectacular dancing and original choreography, A Minnesota Nutcracker retains all the magic and familiar traditions loved by so many, but adds local flair with Minnesota settings and custom designed Minnesota-centric backdrops.
Many Ballet Royale Students Perform with the TCBallet Company in this Professional Production!
Dec
19
to Dec 21
Modified Schedule: Academy & Pre-Professional Program
There will be a modified class schedule for Academy Program, Pre-Professional Program, & Professional Division dancers. Pre-Ballet and Adult/Teen Program classes will run as regularly scheduled.
Dec
13
to Dec 15
TCB's A Minnesota Nutcracker
TCB’s annual production of A Minnesota Nutcracker will be held at Ames Center December 13-15, 2024. Featuring spectacular dancing and original choreography, A Minnesota Nutcracker retains all the magic and familiar traditions loved by so many, but adds local flair with Minnesota settings and custom designed Minnesota-centric backdrops.
Many Ballet Royale Students Perform with the TCBallet Company in this Professional Production!
Dec
8
to Dec 15
NO classes: Performance Break
No Regularly Scheduled Ballet Royale classes Sunday, December 8 – Sunday, December 15, 2024. Twin Cities Ballet’s Performance Break!
Nov
27
to Nov 30
Thanksgiving Break
No Regularly Scheduled Ballet Royale classes Wednesday, November 27-Saturday, November 30. Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov
26
to Nov 27
TCB's Mini-Nutcracker
The Mini-Nutcracker is a delightful abbreviated version of TCB’s classic, A Minnesota Nutcracker, designed to introduce children to the magic of this family favorite.
Performances will be held at the Lakeville Area Arts Center.
Oct
31
12:30 PM12:30
Halloween: Modified Class Schedule
Happy Halloween! There will be a modified class schedule on Thursday, October 31, 2024.
All Academy & Pre-Professional Program classes starting after 4:00pm will have a modified schedule