New Haven Ballet (NHB), a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization, is widely regarded as the standard for classical ballet training throughout Greater New Haven. Founded by Noble Barker in 1985, we provide the highest caliber classical ballet training and dance education in southern Connecticut to students preparing for professional careers or dancing for the sheer joy and pleasure of movement. The Children’s division is designed to instill a love of dance and music by providing age appropriate movement classes to those aged 3-7 years. By age 8 years, those who comprise serious recreational and pre-professional students participate in a graded curriculum of ballet, pointe, and contemporary. NHB also offers all levels of Open Division classes to students aged 12+ years, which cater to those who wish to enjoy dance purely for recreation.
Advanced level students take classes in Danspace, a state of the art spacious studio with vaulted ceilings located at 70 Audubon Street in downtown New Haven. Danspace boasts an abundance of natural light and features a grand piano where the finest ballet accompanists play for classes.
New Haven Ballet is committed to helping students reach their full potential whether they plan a professional career in dance or dance recreationally. The life skills acquired by students can take them far beyond the studio and stage and help them succeed in every area of life.