HMD ADULT BALLET ENSEMBLE

What is the Houston Met Dance Adult Ballet Ensemble?

A community of ballet enthusiasts with a desire to deepen their understanding and experience within the ballet genre by learning choreography and practicing, taking the form from practice to presentation. HMD Adult Ballet Ensemble will have the opportunity to work with a variety of choreographers and maintain a repertoire of dance through a consistent class and rehearsal schedule. The HMD Adult Ballet Ensemble will also have the opportunity to participate in scheduled performances throughout the year. Participation in the performances is encouraged, but it is not mandatory. HMD Ballet Ensemble is also open to those who wish to experience the class and rehearsal process and desire community engagement through Ballet.

To Become a Houston Met Dance Adult Ballet Ensemble Member:

  1. All Dancers who currently take Ballet classes at the Beginner level or higher consistently at Houston Met Dance are eligible.

  2. Dancers new to Houston Met Dance and interested in joining the ensemble should attend the Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Beginning Ballet class with Alisa to find out more information and communicate interest. 

Schedule and Class Requirements:

Ballet Ensemble Members are required to take 1 ballet class weekly,*** in addition to Sunday’s class and rehearsal schedule.

***The additional required class(es) is not included in the Ensemble tuition in order to afford each ensemble member the opportunity to select the number of class(es) that best suit them. 

Sunday Class and Rehearsal Schedule

  1. Sunday 1:30 - 2:15PM Adult Ensemble Ballet Class

  2. Sunday 3:00 - 4PM Adult Ensemble Rehearsal

  • Additional Rehearsals will be scheduled as needed. 

HMD Adult Ballet Ensemble and the Adult Studio Showcase:

The HMD Adult Ballet Ensemble will be performing as part of the Adult Studio Showcase. No additional registration is required for Ensemble Members for that showcase unless you want to showcase with specific classes outside of the Ensemble.


HMD Adult Ballet Ensemble Session Dates:

Session 1 - March 16 - May 11th 2025 (No April 20th for Easter)

Session 2 - June 1 - Aug 3rd (No Rehearsal July 6)

PREVIOUS performance opportunities:

  • April 11 Studio Showing in conjunction with Water Dance and Choreo Class

  • May 17 Studio Recital Performance

  • August 8 Adult Showcase @ HCC Heinen Theatre

  • Other Performances to be scheduled

Cost: 

  • $250 for Eight-Week Session

  • METWork Unlimited Students - No Charge

  • METWork Plus  & METWork Students - 10% Discount