We’re not just Madison Ballet. We’re Madison’s Ballet.
Madison’s heartbeat is the pulse that drives us. It fuels our movement, our breath, our intentions. But performance is only as strong as the values that back it. We’ve dedicated ourselves to building a better community through our art and produced a culture of connection, collaboration and change that touches the lives of over 20,000 people each year.
NEWS
The School of Madison Ballet creates a deeper connection
Students of the School of Madison Ballet (SMB) receive more than a guided path to professional dance careers. While under our instruction, they have the privilege of attending one of the most highly respected and affordable dance schools in the Midwest, as well as the official training institute for the Overture Center resident Madison Ballet.
With classes from youth to adult, our trained faculty provide invaluable instruction to dancers at every stage of their pre-professional careers. We also offer drop-in youth and adult classes for community members looking to indulge in their love of dance.
We are pioneering opportunities for the entire community to experience dance on and offstage. Fueled by a passion for our craft and community, we create tailored programming that engages with topics like international culture, social-emotional learning, problem-solving, and more.
ACCESS
We push boundaries – whether they’re physical, mental or social – to craft the finest outcomes in the spotlight and on the sidewalks for this city to enjoy.
ENGAGEMENT
We train the next generation of world-class dancers with renowned faculty and enriching curriculum to inspire all generations of audiences.
EXPOSURE
We create opportunities to experience the power of dance, on and off the stage, for all ages, genders and races. Through art, we change our community.
We put the same enthusiasm behind our city as we do our art, bringing Madison inventive performances and special events each season. High-quality artistic expression and diverse experience is what guides this talented ensemble. A mission to move the community and create connections is what fuels us.
Support the arts. Pioneer a better Madison.
As a 501(c)(3) arts organization, the impact and initiatives of the Madison Ballet rely heavily on the support of our donors.
From outreach programs crafted for local partners to tuition assistance for SMB students, we rely on donors to accomplish our mission of making ballet accessible for the entire community.
Help us share the joy of ballet when you join our movement.
