Established in 2002, the PreProfessional Company is for young dancers who are dedicated to becoming tomorrow’s professionals. Dancers must be invited by Director Tracey Bayly to be a member in one of the eight divisions of the PreProfessional Company.
A rigorous schedule of training and rehearsals prepares dancers for performances throughout the year. PrePro dancers perform the most challenging roles in The Nutcracker and Spring Concert productions.
Director, Ballet Mistress: Tracey Bayly
Ballet Master: Robert Gosnell
PreProfessional Spring Concert
The PrePro Company stages an annual Spring performance, which in the past has included the classical ballets Swan Lake, Cinderella, Giselle, Sleeping Beauty, and Paquita; and original choreographies of modern tales such as Mary Poppins, Alice in Wonderland, Aladdin, Anastasia, Frozen, and more.
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2023-24 Weekly Class Schedule
In addition to the required Ballet Company classes each week, PrePro dancers take a minimum of two additional hours of technique class, plus a minimum of two additional hours in Saturday rehearsals. A dancer’s rehearsal time can increase to six or more hours each week depending on company level and performance roles.
Teacher Key:
TYB = Tracey Yanckello Bayly | AE = Autumn Eckman | RG = Robert Gosnell
Need some more info? View/Download the 2023-24 Studio Manual for details and schedules. For a class listing by company, refer to the 2023-24 RDT Class Schedule.
