Metropolitan Ballet Company, established as a 501(c)(3) in 2001, grew from several programs initiated by its parent school, Metropolitan Ballet Academy, which was founded in Jenkintown, PA in 1996. Metropolitan Ballet Company has four times been honored with the Youth America Grand Prix "Outstanding School Award" in the world's largest international student ballet scholarship competition ( 2012, 2015, 2017 & 2018).
Metropolitan Ballet Company was also named "2015 Nonprofit of the Year" by the Eastern Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce. Metropolitan Ballet Company dancers are exposed to technique and teaching by some of the dance world's most illustrious artists through master classes and workshops, and practice the art of performance in an annual season that presents both traditional and contemporary dance.
Metropolitan Ballet Company was also named "2015 Nonprofit of the Year" by the Eastern Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce. Metropolitan Ballet Company dancers are exposed to technique and teaching by some of the dance world's most illustrious artists through master classes and workshops, and practice the art of performance in an annual season that presents both traditional and contemporary dance.
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Metropolitan provides performance training for students ages three through adult and pre-professional dancers, nurtures the artistic abilities of each individual, and through performances, community outreach and scholarship programs, promotes a love and appreciation of dance in our community.
Prior to founding Metropolitan, Artistic Director Lisa Collins Vidnovic danced for 10 years with Pennsylvania Ballet, where she also served as Ballet Mistress.Throughout a professional career that spanned four decades, Vidnovic performed many leading roles in the classical and contemporary repertoire and worked with some of the world's preeminent choreographers.
Prior to founding Metropolitan, Artistic Director Lisa Collins Vidnovic danced for 10 years with Pennsylvania Ballet, where she also served as Ballet Mistress.Throughout a professional career that spanned four decades, Vidnovic performed many leading roles in the classical and contemporary repertoire and worked with some of the world's preeminent choreographers.
The Boys' Scholarship Program provides tuition-free dance training in all-male classes designed to enhance athletic skills, motor intelligence, balance, flexibility and strength. Approximately 55 boys ages 7-18 enroll each year to study beginning, intermediate, advanced ballet and partnering with distinguished male dancers who serve as teachers and role models, while addressing boys' unique movement and learning styles.
Metropolitan Ballet Academy offers a wealth of summer study. Programs for pre-ballet, beginning, intermediate and advanced level students include classes in ballet, pointe, men's technique, variations, partnering and repertoire, as well as character, modern, and jazz. In addition to our superb faculty, summer study features a wide variety of exciting guest artists of both local and national/international acclaim.
Metropolitan Ballet Academy and Company is a nationally recognized school of classical ballet with an affiliated nonprofit, pre-professional performing company. Our training program teaches boys and girls valuable life and performance skills, and nurtures those students who wish to pursue a career in dance.
Metropolitan Ballet Academy alumni dance professionally from coast to coast!
Our students have been accepted into company, apprentice and trainee positions at San Francisco Ballet, Boston Ballet, Pennsylvania Ballet, Colorado Ballet, Cincinnati Ballet, Washington Ballet, Orlando Ballet, Richmond Ballet, Carolina Ballet, Nashville Ballet, Milwaukee Ballet, Ballet Austin, First State Ballet, American Repertory Ballet, State Street Ballet, Minnesota Dance Theatre and BodyVox.
Our students have been accepted into company, apprentice and trainee positions at San Francisco Ballet, Boston Ballet, Pennsylvania Ballet, Colorado Ballet, Cincinnati Ballet, Washington Ballet, Orlando Ballet, Richmond Ballet, Carolina Ballet, Nashville Ballet, Milwaukee Ballet, Ballet Austin, First State Ballet, American Repertory Ballet, State Street Ballet, Minnesota Dance Theatre and BodyVox.
Reviews (9)
Mateo Daukaus
Nov 02, 2019
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Rebecca Eaton
Aug 01, 2019
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Nicole Vangen
Nov 22, 2017
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It isn't magic that happens at Metropolitan Ballet Academy, but one might think so after watching one of their several performances during the academic year. My favorite performance is the Family Concert Series performed every November by children of all ages. The energy and talent is top-notch. I also love attending Variations/Collaborations in April. The Company dancers perform three contemporary pieces choreographed by cutting-edge, visiting choreographers. The pieces are then accompanied with live music - the effect is breath-taking. The opportunities for the students to perform is plentiful
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Oct 02, 2017
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Michele Burns
Aug 27, 2017
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The Metropolitan Ballet Academy is a top notch school. My daughters had the opportunity of auditioning at the studio and saw the quality of the dancers first hand. Lisa Collins and the Metropolitan staff were very friendly and helpful with questions. It is obvious that they care about each student while holding them to the highest of standards. If you are serious about learning ballet I recommend this school.
Tracey Scott-Hall
Aug 22, 2017
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My daughter has been attending The Metropolitan Ballet Academy since the ripe old age of 4 and the love and zest that she has for MET has never changed. 8 years later, we are still going strong, thriving, growing and learning. Aside from the exceptional training by exceptional teachers, there is a feeling of family. The teachers meet each student with love and respect and expect nothing but the best from each student; their best. Each teacher brings something different to class and knows how to pull out the students talents. Whether your child is dancing as a hobby or wants to dance professionally
Mia Marion
Jul 05, 2017
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Incredible studio, provided me with amazing direction from Ms. Collins and introduced me to the most supportive community I've ever had the pleasure of being a part of. If I could go back and redo my time there I would without a doubt. The perfect balance of professionalism and support while still keeping dance fun.
Kyle Schoener
Jun 20, 2017
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Rachael Pontillo
Jun 27, 2016
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Metropolitan Ballet Academy offers unparalleled classical--and modern ballet instruction for kids. Their boys program is amazing, and as an adult student myself, I have benefited as much as my girls have from Met's amazing teachers. The environment is more positive and collaborative than any other dance environment we have ever been part of. The parents and dancers truly support each other with generosity, wisdom, and kindness and the teachers know how to help the kids dance to their full potential in an age appropriate way that's FUN (even for the super little kids) without burning them out. My
