At a time when the doors of most performing arts institutions and theaters remain closed, Carole Alexis Company/Ballet des Amriques is determined to stalwartly soldier on, under the auspices of its staunch, tenacious leader, director, and choreographer, Carole Alexis. For, the visceral emotions and awe-inspiring athleticism of dance do not properly translate virtually.
Like most performing arts institutions, Ballet des Amriques/Carole Alexis Company was thrown for a loop by the pandemic. Prior to its emergence, the company was basking in the glow of success from a sold-out international tour to Tropiques Atrium Scne Nationale in Fort-de-France, Martinique, and preparing for its NYC premiere at Symphony Space in Manhattan.
Like most performing arts institutions, Ballet des Amriques/Carole Alexis Company was thrown for a loop by the pandemic. Prior to its emergence, the company was basking in the glow of success from a sold-out international tour to Tropiques Atrium Scne Nationale in Fort-de-France, Martinique, and preparing for its NYC premiere at Symphony Space in Manhattan.
Reviews (10)
Emily Isidori
Oct 07, 2019
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As a former dancer, as I began the search for a place for my then 4 year old daughter to begin her ballet training, the top of my list was impeccable technique. Ballet des Ameriques checked that box and so many more. Not only am I amazed by the amount of growth my now 5 year old daughter has made, but I am impressed by the diversity in the genres of dance (ballet, acro, Afro Caribbean, Jazz and Hip Hop in the summer). I am also in awe of the positive energy flowing from the older dancers in the conservatory. They have taken the pre-ballet students under their wings and have become role models growing
Beatrice Larzul
Oct 01, 2019
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Ballet Des Amériques is an outstanding and amazing school. The director, Madame Carole Alexis, has created a school where everyone is loving, passionate and hard-working. All the teachers believe in every student’s ability to progress. I have been a student at Ballet Des Amériques for three years, attending 5 summer intensives beforehand. I used to live in France and have attended several ballet schools there. None of these ballet schools compare to the exceptional program Ballet Des Ameriques offers. When I moved to the US and started my first year at Ballet Des Amériques, I was struck by
Alexandria Bocca
Sep 27, 2019
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An Open Letter to my teacher, coach, and mentor, Mme. Alexis, and to all of Ballet des Amériques:
I have been both nervous and excited about my graduation, nervous because it signifies the end of a chapter and excited because it also means the beginning of a new adventure. Now I want to take a moment to reflect on the past 9 years at Ballet des Amériques as Mme. Alexis’ student.
Under Mme. Alexis’ tutelage, I learned essentially everything: from the floor barre exercises and the importance of human anatomy to the physical movement of each step and its terminology; from the importance of
I have been both nervous and excited about my graduation, nervous because it signifies the end of a chapter and excited because it also means the beginning of a new adventure. Now I want to take a moment to reflect on the past 9 years at Ballet des Amériques as Mme. Alexis’ student.
Under Mme. Alexis’ tutelage, I learned essentially everything: from the floor barre exercises and the importance of human anatomy to the physical movement of each step and its terminology; from the importance of
Madeleine Larzul
Sep 19, 2019
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Ballet des Amériques is an outstanding professional company and pre-professional conservatory. The conservatory not only has an excellent classical ballet program, but teaches various other dances such as character dance, jazz, modern, musical theatre, Afro-carribean and other classes such as acrobatics, dance anatomy, dance history and music. For three years, I attended their summer intensives while living in Paris, France. When I moved in 2016, I was thrilled to start my dance training at Ballet des Amériques. The school is full of students who support one another with respect and kindness
Harriet Dunkerley
Aug 02, 2019
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Ballet des Amériques is an unparalleled professional conservatory training program! How fortunate we are to have a school of this caliber right here in Westchester, NY!! Carole Alexis is simply a master teacher and choreographer. Her expertise and care combined with her passion for teaching and skillful technical knowledge of dance pedagogy make for an unbeatable combination. We switched our then 11-year-old daughter to the BdA Conservatory training school last fall (2018) after she completed their four-week summer intensive in August 2018. Her progress after only 4 weeks was significantly measurable
Zahra Touijer
Jun 27, 2019
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Ballet des Amériques is a non-for-profit, pre-professional conservatory, school, and professional company of classical dance, Afro-Caribbean dance, Urban Jazz, and Acrobatics. The curriculum is also composed of anatomy, nutrition, and dance history to teach us about the great art we have chosen the path of. The teachers take pride in every student and believe in them. In this school, there is no favoritism and not one teacher here focuses on one student. The atmosphere is so loving and everyone is part of a large BDA family. As a student, I can tell you I have learned discipline, kindness, humility
Dorothy Lee
Nov 03, 2018
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My family and I are thrilled to have found Ballet des Ameriques. The school is a conservatory with a professional dance company. The teachers are outstanding – from Madame Alexis, to the company teachers, to the guest teachers. The curriculum designed by Carole Alexis is extremely well tailored for a student’s age and level. Our daughters started the ballet program later, beginning with the Summer Intensive when they were in 5th grade. They loved the Summer Intensive and auditioned to be part of the Conservatory. The younger students are amazing: to see their recitals is a joy. For parents
Alexandria Ina Rose Bocca
Oct 30, 2017
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Ballet des Amériques is an extraordinary institution led by a beautiful artistic director of respect and high class, Mme. Carole Alexis. After being in the school for eight years, essentially growing up here as I am now eighteen years old, I have learned and received high quality dance training, artistry, ethical and moral values, and proper dance and life etiquette.
Because of Mme. Alexis, I have been accepted into the summer programs of Washington School of Ballet and Ballet West Academy; I have attended the summer intensives of notable schools such as Paris Opera Ballet School, Bolshoi Ballet
Because of Mme. Alexis, I have been accepted into the summer programs of Washington School of Ballet and Ballet West Academy; I have attended the summer intensives of notable schools such as Paris Opera Ballet School, Bolshoi Ballet
Beth Ailanjian
Aug 27, 2016
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Ballet des Amerique is a beautiful school! Mme. Alexis and her teaching staff have created a very special and unique community among the students, teachers and company. The instruction is rigorous and Mme. Alexis has the highest expectations for each of her students and they thrive under her tutorage and encouragement. The ballerina's are supportive of one another as are the teachers. Mme. Alexis is a superior teacher!!!!
Arielle Rosales
Jul 18, 2015
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Ballet des Amériques is an outstanding school! Artistic Director, Carole Alexis, leads by example the high quality of work ethic and mutual respect for all her students, faculty and company members alike. This very special school functions as a home for young dancers-in-training and pre-professionals. Students are encouraged to discover their individuality as artists and developing minds as the next generation of dancers in a safe, respectful, and caring environment whilst maintaining discipline, professionalism, and tradition. The curriculum is designed to produce well educated and technically
