The School of American Ballet, the official training academy of the New York City Ballet, was established in 1934 by legendary choreographer George Balanchine and philanthropist Lincoln Kirstein as the first and most essential step in their quest to create an American classical ballet company.

SAB, located at New York City's Lincoln Center, is today the premier ballet academy in the United States, training more students who go on to become professional dancers than any other school. SAB's former students fill the ranks of the New York City Ballet and other leading U.S. and international ballet companies. SAB is the official academy of New York City Ballet.

Performing Arts

School of American Ballet

Carrie W. Hinrichs

Katherine Finch

Alexis Branagan

Maddi Bitter

Sion Harrington

Michele Quiles

Julia Price

Adrienne Gregorek

Juan Hernaiz

Hannah Federau

Naz Kamal

Molly Baran

Meredith Lee

L. Michelle Palmour

Janki Dave

Heather Toner

Elise Drew León

Amy Bordy

The Arts and Performance team at the School of American Ballet is dedicated to providing a comprehensive and dynamic ballet education. The team includes teaching apprentices and associate dancers who assist in delivering rigorous dance training, while pianists and dance accompanists provide live music to enhance the learning experience. Music and contemporary teachers offer specialized instruction to cultivate versatile and well-rounded dancers. The Artistic Assistant supports the team's efforts in maintaining high standards of artistic excellence.

Arts and Performance

Finance and Development Team

Residence Life Team

Arts and Performance

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