See and learn with ballet’s best
Scholarships generously provided by Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi and Mary & Richard Puckett
The USA IBC Dance School, to be held in conjunction with the 12th USA International Ballet Competition, June 10-24, 2023, provides the opportunity to both study with leading teachers and watch top dancers from around the globe perform.
The two-week session is geared toward intermediate to pre-professional ballet students ages 12-20 who have had a minimum of four consecutive years of ballet training, including 6 to 12 months of pointe for girls. Students receive elite training and have the opportunity to perform at the end of a challenging and fun-filled intensive.
Audition classes with scholarship opportunities scheduled for February 25th!
Course Offerings and Curriculum
Ballet, Contemporary, Pointe, Variations, Pas De Deux, Repertoire, Jazz, Lectures, Master Classes
Faculty
Important Dates & Sample Schedule
- March 31: Deadline to Apply
- April 7: Second Round of Applicants Notified
- April 14: Deposit and Application Part 2 Due
- May 5: Transportation Form Due
- May 12: Final Payment Due
- June 9: Arrival at Dance School
- June 24: Departure from Dance School
SAMPLE WEEKDAY
WEEKEND ACTIVITIES
Application
Applications are closed
Age requirement includes students ages 12 to 20 years old as of June 10, 2023.
A minimum of 4 years of ballet required (a minimum of 6 months to 1 year of pointe for girls).
Photos:
(Size: JPG no larger than 64MB per photo)
- Headshot
- 1st Arabesque (away from barre)
- Tendu à la seconde
Fee:
- $75 (non-refundable)
Video Audition:
- Once application part one has been completed applicants will be emailed instructions on how to upload their video audition.
- Attending the in-person audition on February 25th can take the place of the video audition. Click here for details.
- Click here for individual and group video requirements
Tuition
On-Campus Tuition – $2,500
- Classes with renowned faculty and accompanists
- Housing in Belhaven University Residence Halls
- 3 meals a day
- Tickets to USA IBC evening performances
- Transportation to and from the airport, evening performances, and activities
- Vendor Fair
- Meet the competitors
Off-Campus Tuition – $1,500
(for students who live within a 60-mile radius of Jackson, MS)
- Classes with renowned faculty and accompanists
- 1 meal a day (lunch)
- Tickets to USA IBC evening performances
- Transportation to and from evening performances and activities
- Vendor Fair
- Meet the competitors
Six tuition scholarships, generously provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi, will be made available to residents of Mississippi. Click here for more details.
Information and FAQs
Questions may be addressed to Madalyn Burke, USA IBC Dance School Administrator
ids@usaibc.com
Dance Facilities
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Dining Information and Medical Clinic
Applications and Payment Timeline
Audition and Scholarships
Dress Code, Packing List, and Rules
Roommate Requests
Travel Details
Class Placement
Counselors
Counselors are responsible for the personal and practical needs of students during the 2023 USA IBC Dance School. They ensure students are comfortable on campus, facilitate weekend and evening activities, assist in transportation to and from performances and off campus activities, provide moral support and enforce rules for the duration of the school. The role of Dance School Counselor is suited to an energetic, positive individual with strong communication skills. For a full description of counselor responsibilities see below.
Each counselor applicant must agree to a background check. Dance and Resident Life experience is preferred. All applicants must be at least 21 years of age by June 10, 2023. Counselors live on campus with students in the Residence Halls. They receive three meals per day and may take dance school classes (as the schedule allows) in addition to attending evening performances.