Third Graders Dance at American Ballet Theatre Studio

Learning ballet in the third grade has become a favorite St. Bernard’s tradition.  For the seventh consecutive year St. B’s third graders participated in a three-day workshop with the American Ballet Theatre.  Mr. Holms, a dancer from ABT, visited St. B’s to work with the boys for two days.  Boys learned the basics of ballet and were taught a short choreography inspired by the ballet Le Corsaire.

On March 15 third graders visited the American Ballet Theatre studio.  The boys enjoyed seeing professional ballet studios and separated into several groups.  They learned about set design and had the chance to create a custom piece of scenery.  They were quite excited to perform a piece for their parents, who were also invited to attend.  The boys filled the studio with their energetic jètés and sautés and proudly revealed what they had learned.  After their performance the boys were treated to a wonderful performance by dancers from the American Ballet Theatre, who presented a piece from Le Corsaire.

The boys were sent on their way with ABT tote bags full of surprises:  information about ballet and the story of Le Corsaire, tickets to an ABT rehearsal performance, an eye patch, and a flexible sword.  We extend our thanks to the American Ballet Theatre for creating a memorable experience for St. B’s boys.