Welcome to the New Ballet Ensemble and School. Our goal is to offer the highest quality pre-professional dance training that prepares children for professional opportunities or college programs, regardless of the ability to pay. An integral component of this real world arts experinece and the study of ballet is the commitment and discipline required of the students. These skills carry over into other areas of our young people’s lives. Many of our dancers are honor students who maintain outstanding grades while participating in up to 20 hours of dance per week.

The study of ballet and dance is a learning activity. We ask that you take this into consideration when punishing a child by removing activities. Please do not take these classes away as a punishement. A parent might unwittingly affect a child's physical conditioning by interuptting the training. 

The policies set forth in this manual are offered to ensure a safe, constructive and respectful learning environment for all participants. We welcome you to the New Ballet family and hope that you will spend a little time learning more about New Ballet School in these pages.

Thank you for your commitment to your young creatives by allowing them this opportunity. Your role is critical to the success of your child and NBE appreciates your efforts and looks forward to your participation as well! Please know that our doors are always open and if you have any questions or simply would like to offer comments and suggestions, do not hesitate to contact us.  

  1. Community Engagement
  2. Tuition
  3. Attendance Policy (and weather)
  4. Parent Observation
  5. Dress Code
  6. Rules of Conduct
  7. Classroom Etiquette
  8. Performance Etiquette
  9. Company
  10. Class size, Instruction points and Pointe work
  11. Mission Statement
  12. Non-Discrimination Statement
  13. Registration
  14. Placement and Evaluation
  15. School Curriculum
  16. Summer Offerings
  17. Ensemble
  18. Student/Company Performing Opportunities

  1. Community Engagement

    Reaching over 25,000 students since 2004, Community Engagement is the foundation of a vital part of the NBE program and is key to the development of our mission to provide a professional standard of training to Memphis children, regardless of the ability to pay. Out Intention: To build a school and performing ensemble based on excellence in training that ultimately represents the racial and socio-economic demographics of Memphis. This will enhance our community, bringing us together in the effort to build a cutting edge community school that is like no other.

    With funding from Nike Inc., NBE provides free summer dance classes to children from Memphis City Schools and local non-profit organizations. Private donations from Foundations have made our many free school performances possible.  From this group of interested and self-directed children, NBE selects students for full and partial scholarship in the NBE School in an ongoing basis. The Orange Mound Project will place New Ballet Teaching Artists and Performers on site to educate children in Title 1 schools, cultivating talent and interest from this vast resource of talented young people.

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  2. Tuition

    Monthly payments are based on 36 weeks of training over a period of 40 weeks.

    Tuition is due in August, upon registration. Discounts are offered for Pre-payment of semester and annual tuition. We suggest that you track your payments or sign up for automatic bill pay through internet banking in order to assure timely payments. Recording the date and check number or card type of every payment will assist in timely payment. DO NOT HAND CHECKS TO THE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR! Please place checks in the mail or pay at the front desk

    See your contracts for complete fee schedule.

    Tuition is always due on the first of the month. A $30 fee will be added to every late payment. If you are unable to pay in the appropriate time, please contact the school administration so that arrangements can be made.

    Tuition not paid for 2 months will result in the cancellation of NBE services to the family until either payment or arrangements are made. The returned check fee is $10. A second returned check will result in the implementation of a cash or money order transaction only on the particular account in question.

    Monthly tuition includes all mandatory classes for the student’s level. Any additional or optional classes will be charged individually by invoice. Payments for individual classes will not be accepted other than for extra classes, and a student must be registered with NBE in order to attend, unless given special permission by the Director.

    Private lessons are given at the discretion of the Director and must be arranged directly with the office during business hours, 11AM - 7PM M-Th. A teacher must be present at all times when a student is using NBE studio space for private practice. Privates range in price from $25.00- $125.00 per visit and are available on a case by case basis as the teachers’ schedule permits.

    There will be no refunds issued for missed classes or vacations. If your child will be absent for an extended period of time, you must make arrangements with the school staff in advance.

    If a student chooses to terminate training, parents are responsible for all tuition due up to the stated end of the contract. Exception is given to the Creative Movement and Beginning One classes that may elect to leave the class and terminate the financial contract within the first two weeks of the session only. In this instance, tuition paid will be refunded if the teacher feels that the child is not developmentally ready for the class level.

    Bills for unpaid tuition will be sent out after the tenth of the month. If you have already paid your tuition, and you receive a bill, please disregard it or contact Michael Walker in the office.

    A number of full and partial scholarships are available based on financial need and balletic ability. If you need financial assistance please speak to Kathy Coburn to pick up an application.

    Rehearsal schedules are subject to change.

    NBE reserves the right to cancel any class that has fewer than five participants, and in that instance will refund all tuition paid up until that date.

    Registration fees are non-refundable.

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  3. Attendance Policy (and weather)

    Students must attend all required classes within their level. This includes Ballet, Pilates, Flamenco, Modern, African or Hip Hop, any class that is part of the core curriculum. Homework or special projects are not accepted excuses for leaving a class or not attending a class.  A maximum of two previously arranged absences are allowed as “excused”*. All missed classes due to illness or injury must be made up in the class level below. The make-up date and time will be submitted to the Director. Missed classes will be a factor in bi-annual evaluations, casting choices, and progressions.

    If a student is sick or unable to attend, they, or a parent, must contact the school staff at 726-9225 to leave a message including name, class level and reason for absence. If no one is available to take your call, please leave a voicemail for the school administrative assistant. Do not e-mail the Director.

     

    Injured dancers must monitor class – no exceptions.

     

    No student is permitted to participate in a class if they are more than ten minutes late to that class. This is an injury prevention measure. A student may observe class in this instance, however the class will be considered missed and must be made up.

     

    Excessive absences or tardiness can severely hamper a student’s progress and result in injury**; therefore, poor attendance may force New Ballet to place a student in a lower level or to repeat a level.

     

    More detailed attendance information will be discussed at the individual class meetings. Students and parents will be expected to sign commitment contracts at that time.

     

    *Excused absences include: school events, graduation of a sibling, funerals of a close relative and college visits, (More college visits may be allowed at the discretion of the Director.)

     

    **Injured dancers may miss for physical therapy with documentation. Documentation must be presented to classroom teacher when the student returns for the next class. Absences due to injuries must be made up over time.

     

    Weather Policy

     

    NBE will follow the Memphis City Schools with regard to school closures due to weather.  Watch WMC-TV Channel 5 for updates.

     

     

     

     

    Students must attend all required classes within their level. All missed classes must be made up in a lower level within the month if the Director requires. Missed classes will be a factor in bi-annual evaluations and casting choices.

    If a student is sick or unable to attend, they or a parent must contact the school staff at 726-9225 to leave a message including name, class level and reason for absence. If no one is available to take your call, please leave a voicemail for the school administrative assistant.

    No student is permitted to participate in a class if they are more than ten minutes late to that class. This is an injury prevention measure. A student may observe class in this instance.

    Excessive absences or tardiness can severely hamper a student’s progress and result in injury; therefore, poor attendance may force New Ballet to place a student in a lower level or to repeat a level.

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  4. Parent Observation

    Parent Observation is a priority at New Ballet.  We intend to educate and serve families by opening up the process in order to facilitate conversation at home. However, in order to ensure a quiet a learning atmosphere and environment where the pupils can concentrate without distraction,  observers are permitted only on announced observation weeks. We will make exceptions for visiting Grandparents or other important people in a child's life.  If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s training, your child’s teacher or the school director would be happy to meet with you at a mutually agreeable time.

    We encourage you to become actively engaged by taking advantage of Parent Observation. Please come witness your talented children working hard towards their goals, but do be careful to refrain from comments or conversation with other parents.

    There will be one observation week each semester, which will be posted on the school calendar. Other relatives and friends are welcome, but please bring no more than four observers to one class. Absolutely no talking or conversation will be permitted during class observation. Unruly or noisy children will be asked to leave the room. 

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  5. Dress Code

    Why does NBE have a dress code? The dress code exists for a variety of reasons. It is part of the tradition and etiquette of ballet, instills discipline and builds self-esteem, builds class unity and makes it easier for the teacher to see and correct mistakes. In addition, the uniform presents a unified and immaculate class to a group of observers in keeping with a professional standard of training.

    Girls:

    • Creative Movement: pink dance dress, pink tights and pink ballet slippers
    • Beginning I: pink leotard, pink tights and pink ballet slippers
    • Beginning II: light blue leotard, pink tights and pink ballet slippers
    • Beginning III: navy blue leotard, pink tights and pink ballet slippers
    • Level IV: maroon Leotard, pink tights and pink ballet slippers
    • Level V: : navy camisole leotard, pink tights and shoes*
    • Intermediate: black camisole leotard, pink tights and shoes*
    • Advanced and Pre Professional: black camisole, pink tights and shoes*

    *Students may choose to wear appropriately dyed or purchased tights according to skin tones at the discretion of the student and parent. (Assistance will be offered from NBE staff at the parents’ request).

    Intermediate and Advanced students may wear a black chiffon skirt for pointe. Black tights or varieties of leotard are allowed for modern and jazz or the intermediate II-Pre-Professional levels on Saturdays and special occasions only. Dancers should appear well groomed for all Modern and Guest Master classes!

    Boys:

    • Beginning Levels: white T-shirt, black shorts, white ballet slippers and white socks
    • Intermediate through Trainee levels: white T-shirt, black tights, shorts or slim fitting athletic pants, black or nude ballet slippers, and white socks.

    Hip Hop classes:
    Hip Hop pants or athletic pants and T-shirt, approved dance sneakers

    Jazz, Modern, Flamenco, all rehearsals:
    Students areare expected to remain in uniform. Black jazz shoes are required for Jazz, and Black Flamenco or character shoes and a Black character skirt or black jazz pants of are required for Flamenco. Black tights may be worn for jazz and modern. No warm-ups are to be worn during class or rehearsal under any circumstances, but are recommended for break times.

    Hair:
    All girls must wear their hair in a neat bun for every class unless they sport a "bob" ( a headband may be of use). Bangs and “whispies” should be controlled with hairspray, gel, and barrettes as needed. A professional appearance should be maintained throughout all levels of our school.

    Jewelry and appearance:
    No jewelry is permitted besides small earrings. Any other type of jewelry could be a hazard or a distraction while dancing.
    All students are required to wear appropriate clothing into the building. This includes a cover-up for students of all ages and proper footwear. Dance shoes should never be worn outside.

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  6. Rules of Conduct

    1. New Ballet Ensemble and School is very fortunate to welcome students into a beautiful new facility. Ballet and Dance requires grace and poise from the student at all times. New Ballet students are expected to behave in a mannered fashion with a palpable dignity and respect for the studio, the study of dance and all teachers. We encourage students and parents to respect every instructor with the same respect as they naturally tend to extend to Ms. Smythe. It is essential for students to display a professional attitude every time they enter the building. These rules should serve as guidelines for proper behavior, but must be supplemented by decorum of parents and other guests. The atmosphere will be that of a joyous and distinctive environment.
    2. Parents must wait in the lobby or front porch areas. Students must wait for class to begin either in the dressing room areas or by QUIETLY warming up outside the studio. Again, students must be silent and working to warm up and not engaging in loud conversation which could be disruptive to classes. The main lobby is for parent or student waiting only, and small children should be engaged in quiet activity. Parents should meet their children in the lobby after class and New Ballet cannot be responsible for children waiting outside of the building or secured area.
    3. The upstairs mezzanine level is reserved for administrative staff, costuming and Pilates clients. There will be no admittance of students without express permission from or an appointment with the  Director or the Pilates studio. Parents are welcome to tour the area!
    4. Siblings of students should never be left unattended to roam the building. The Green Room is equipped with crayons and coloring books, magazines and ballet books.  Please feel at ease in accessing this space or to make yourself a cup of coffee. Wireless is available throughout the facility.
    5. Food and beverages may be enjoyed responsibly in the non-carpeted areas or green room only. Litter will not be tolerated, and food and drink are banned from all other areas of the building. Gum chewing will not be tolerated anywhere in the building.
    6. New Ballet is a NON SMOKING FACILITY
    7. NBE assumes no responsibility for lost or stolen property. Cell phones, IPODS and wallets may be placed in dance bags and brought into the studios. (Cell phones should be reserved for student parent conversations only. Students who use the phones to talk to others during rehearsal times will be asked to leave the phone in the office until pick up or dismissal.
    8. No birthday parties or events that are to take place outside of NBE and are not official school or company events are to be discussed at the studio unless the entire class is invited.
    9. NBE is a drug free studio. The use of drugs by either students or employees is not tolerated in any way shape or form. A dancer’s body is a dancer’s only tool and must be well cared for. A dancer cannot achieve his/her objectives if under the influence of a mind-altering drug. It is dangerous for a dancer to use drugs, and can place others in danger. Drugs hamper motivational skills. Older dancers are role models for younger students and must place high value on this awesome responsibility to help model behavior for those who follow. Younger students make it their business to know EVERYTHING about their role models. You cannot hide drug use. NBE will grant a leave of absence to any student who volunteers for rehabilitation in a licensed drug rehabilitation program. If drug use or possession is found or suspected on school property, the Memphis City Police will be called immediately. If a student or employee is suspected to be under the influence of drugs, they will be asked to leave and appropriate actions will be taken.
    10. NBE will not tolerate emotional outbursts or swearing in the studio. If there is a problem that must be dealt with, please make an appointment with the office to arrive at a mutual understanding or to resolve any conflict that may arise.
    11. Theft of property by an NBE student will result in immediate expulsion with no refund of tuition given!
    12. NBE does not promote the practice of excessive dieting. (Please see notes concerning this issue in section 19 at the end of the handbook.)
    13. Please do not stop Ms. Smythe in the hallway to discuss business or artistic questions. A hurried answer to your question may not be accurate or comprehensive. Any questions or comments MUST be directed to the office during office hours. 

     

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  7. Classroom Etiquette

    All dancers are expected to respect their teachers, their fellow dancers, and their art form. Any violation of classroom etiquette will be addressed by the Director in a telephone call or email to the parent. Repeated or extreme violations could result in expulsion from New Ballet Ensemble School.

    An NBE dancer is polite at all times, looking adults in the eye and responding with “please” and “thank you”.

    Talking is not permitted during any class or rehearsal. Dancers must devote their concentration to their personal performance. Dress code violations will not be tolerated in any class. Unless injured or ill, students must participate in all combinations in class.

    Dance bags should be brought into the studio, but neatly stacked, leaving space to enter and exit the room. NEVER LEAVE A BAG or belongings IN THE HALLWAY. Always keep wallets and purses in the studio, not in the dressing room.

    Cellular phones must be turned off throughout all classes. Phone usage during class will result in dismissal from that class with an unexcused absence. Students may check for messages from parents during breaks between class and rehearsal or at the end of class.

    Dancers are required to treat their classmates with kindness and respect. The School Director will address undue competitiveness or cruelty with parents in an arranged conference.

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  8. Performance Etiquette

    NBE strives for professional standards in performance. Guidelines for rehearsal and performance:

    • Casting is to be determined by the New Ballet professional faculty. Decisions are not up for discussion or negotiation. Students may or may not be in the same piece as classmates.
    • There will be judgement calls by the Director from time that will result in the removal of a child from a piece. Again, these decisions will not be up for discussion.
    • Performing students are expected to attend all rehearsals. Rehearsals will be posted on the internet under School, Calendar, Rehearsals,  and will be handed out on paper one-week prior to rehearsals. Rehearsals frequently fall on Saturday afternoons and close to performance may occur on Sundays. If students miss two or more rehearsals they may be removed from the piece.
    • The theatre atmosphere is comparable to that expected in a sanctuary. Dancers are expected to behave accordingly. No running, eating, yelling or loud talking will be tolerated. No gum chewing is allowed. Student dancers are expected to respect others and to obey adults or theater personnel.
    • All students are expected to respect their costumes and to replace them on hangers after each use. This should be a dancer’s job, not that of the parent of the dancer. At no time should students eat or drink in costumes, sit in costumes, or place their hands on the waist of a costume while waiting for performance. Any abuse of costumes will be fined with a dry-cleaning fee of $30.00 Makeup guidelines will be provided before performances and must be followed.
    • Do not bring valuables to the theater. NBE takes no responsibility for lost or stolen items.
    • The Director is not to be interuptted during class or rehearsal.

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  9. Company

    NBE is home to a professional ensemble of teaching and performing artists. Many of these dancers have been NBE students for up to seven years or have had professional careers before arriving at NBE. Most are also teachers in the school. Some have entered on the Intern track.

    We encourage families to attend NBE performances at the Buckman Theater and other public venues in Memphis in order to support our efforts as representatives of the NBE school and company and to give students the opportunity to view their role models. It is motivating, educational and valuable for the young NBE students to see the company and ensemble in performance and to witness the enthusiasm from our audiences.

    All NBE students must show deference to company members in rehearsal studios, dressing rooms and on stage. If a company member requests quiet from a student, the student must comply and take this correction as if it were given by the director. Advanced students may be acting as assistant to the director in retrieving other students to come to the stage for a call or lighting cue. They will be identified to parents on the first day of theater rehearsal. If you witness any behavior by a company member or advanced dancer that concerns you, please notify Ms. Smythe by calling the office.

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  10. Class size, Instruction points and Pointe work

    The New Ballet philosophy accentuates individual attention in a small class setting. At NBE we close enrollment at 15 students unless students are specifically chosen for their exemplary behavior. In such an instance, a class may reach a level of 17-19 students. This provides value to our families. We must have a minimum of five registered students in order to hold a class, and some classes average only 8- 10 students.

    Classes may be combined on the occasion when a rehearsal involving a majority of students from both classes immediately follows. This practice is to assure that all dancers are properly warm before a rehearsal and helps to prevent injury. In this instance, dancers may be called in earlier or later than usual. This naturally results in peer to peer mentoring and role modeling.

    Pointe work begins at the Intermediate level and at the approximate age of 12 years old. Some students may be held off pointe until the requisite level of technical proficiency has been attained or until a particular growth or developmental phase is complete. This decision is made based upon the decision of the Director, and, like casting, cannot be influenced by a parental request. In rare instances, the Director may ask for a podiatry or orthopedic exam before placing the child on pointe. Attendance at a minimum of four ballet classes per week is REQUIRED in order for a student to dance on pointe. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS RULE. If a student has a poor attendance record or continually arrives late for classes, she will not be allowed on pointe.


    NBE does not promote the practice of excessive dieting, but does promote good nutritional practices which may exclude the over consumption of sugar and empty calories. A dancer is advised to consume a balanced diet of protein, carbohydrates and fresh fruits and vegetables. We encourage families to promote good eating habits and to ask questions or seek consultations with a qualified nutritionist or family physician. Be alert to danger signs of changed eating practices such as eating only one kind of food (to the exclusion of other healthy foods), refusal to be weighed or obsessive comments about weight.

    DO be prepared for your child to want to eat well, and to possibly want to refuse foods that may have been heartily consumed in the past, such as lots of fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, cakes, daily ice cream and sugary packaged treats (on a daily basis). The simple fact is, that to dance, she should not eat a typical southern diet all of the time. A diet of lean meats, vegetables, salads and whole grains and low fat dairy products is more appropriate for an athlete, with the occasional treat thrown in. A growing child should consume the number of calories per day as recommended by your physician.

    New Ballet policy dictates that NO TEACHER WILL APPROACH A CHILD WHO IS UNDER 18 TO DISCUSS WEIGHT. We will consult with a parent. This will only take place if the weight gain causes concern over the physical well being of the dancer or her ability to participate on a level with her peers. Some dancers who are very overweight should not participate in pointe work and should enter a program such as Weight Watchers (or a physician assisted program) before returning to dance. NBE reserves the right to implement this policy. We also reserve the right to express concern over too much weight loss and to request that a child be seen by her physician before returning to a regular class schedule.

    Discussions about nutrition do take place in the studio. It is common for a dancer to find herself struggling with weight at some point in her life. A male or female dancer may need to gain weight. A female dancer who has grown up on a limited diet of processed foods, too many fast foods or junk foods, may have been able to maintain a slender form up until adolescence, when this pattern of eating tends to cause startlingly quick weight gain. We encourage good eating habits NOW, to prevent the confusion and alarm over a sudden weight gain, injury that may result from such a problem, but especially to work towards the prevention of the implementation (by the teenage dancer) of unhealthy ways of coping.  A diet of whole foods, free of too many desserts and fast food, is the healthiest way to maintain a strong body suitable for ballet.

    Please support and participate in any efforts to go in a healthy direction and discourage (intervene in) any negative or self-effacing comments concerning body image or unusual eating practices. It is very normal for a child to gain weight throughout puberty, and as long as she is eating healthfully and is not too heavy to dance, this should not prevent her from flourishing in the studio. Contrary to popular opinion, eating disorders are not just a problem effecting dancers, and may point to more serious underlying psychological issues. Please call our attention to any concerns you may have in this regard at the earliest possible opportunity by consulting with your physician and requesting a conference with Ms. Smythe. 

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  11. Mission Statement

    The New Ballet Ensemble and School brings together children by providing a professional standard of training, regardless of the ability to pay.

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  12. Non-Discrimination Statement

    New Ballet Ensemble and School does not discriminate based on race, sex, religion or economic status and is an equal opportunity education facility, contractor and employer.

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  13. Registration

    All students participating in the New Ballet Ensemble School program must be registered to attend class.

    A $25 registration fee will be required of both new students and returning students at the time of fall registration.

    Registration form must accompany the registration fee. It is very important for parents to keep all contact information accurate. School staff must be able to contact parents in case of emergency, and we must be able to reach you with information about scheduling and your child’s progress.

    If parents have separate addresses or the person paying for the lessons lives at a different address from the child, please note this on your registration and if necessary contact administration to clarify. If you prefer to be contacted at a number other than your home or via email, please let us know and we would be happy to oblige. We are working hard to ensure that all parents and guardians have the information they need.

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  14. Placement and Evaluation

    Class placement for new students is at the discretion of the faculty and the school director. Students six years old and younger will be placed by age. New students seven and older must take a placement audition. Audition class fee is $15.00.

    Placement of returning students is always a collective faculty decision. The faculty of the NBE School reserves the right to re-evaluate a students placement at anytime, based on factors, including but not limited to, performance and attitude. Questions regarding placement should be directed to the Artistic Director.

    All students will receive written annual evaluations of their progress, and parent-teacher conferences may be arranged at a mutually convenient time throughout the year.

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  15. School Curriculum

    Students will train in the structure of the Christina Bernal syllabus that has it origins in the work of Maggie Black. We begin training at the earliest age of three with Creative Movement, a class that introduces simple ideas of movement and working together in a classroom structure in a fun and creative way. This class may include Spanish dance and may introduce the use of fans and castanets. Formal ballet training begins in the Beginning Level and continues for six years culminating with the student’s attainment of a comprehensive knowledge of classical dance and performance ability. A copy of the syllabus for each level is available upon request.

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  16. Summer Offerings

    We strongly encourage all of our dancers over the age of six to continue their training during the summer. Taking classes during summer prevents injury by keeping the body in top condition. Students often progress faster in the summer, making it a valuable time for learning. Below is a list of our summer offerings. Faculty and staff can help you choose the correct program for your child.

    • Junior Intensives (Levels Beginning I-Beginning III): Half-day camp program in two one-week sessions in July. Students may attend one or both sessions. Classes include ballet, modern and Flamenco. Ages 6-7 attend for only one hour and fifteen minutes.
    • Intermediate Intensive: For dancers in Beginning IV through Intermediate I Pre-pointe and beginning pointe (minimum age 11 or 12) are begun and modern and Flamenco are taught intensively in addition to the daily ballet classes. This program and runs for three weeks, from 9am-2:30 pm M-F. Dates are in late June and into July.
    • Senior Intensive: This is required for students in levels Intermediate II and Advanced classes. Four-week intensive ballet workshop begins immediately at the close of the spring semester, facilitating participation in other summer programs which regularly run in July and August. Session includes performance and world-renowned guest instructors. 

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  17. Ensemble

    The Ensemble offers performing opportunities to pre-professional dancers presenting ballet to individuals whom otherwise would not have the opportunity to enjoy or have a more thorough understanding of the art of ballet. The group learns new and classical works and presents them to underprivileged youth and the Memphis Public at free and affordable costs. The Ensemble is made up of students from levels Intermediate II-Advanced and the Professional company.

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  18. Student/Company Performing Opportunities

    The Artistic Director, Katie Smythe, regularly teaches, observes and makes selections of students for various company productions including the Nutcracker (or Nut Re-Mix). Advanced students have the opportunity to rehearse and perform on a number of projects, working throughout Memphis with the professional dancers, guest choreographers, and resident artist, Noelia Garcia Carmona.

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