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A downtown ballet academy offering after-school and weekend ballet in small classes, emphasizing alignment and creative expression. Classes meet at several Lower Manhattan studios, and new students can try a class.
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Semesters with year-end performance
Trial class available; semester tuition
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Ages 3–17.
Trial class available; semester tuition
Semesters with year-end performance
440 Lafayette Street, 10003, in NoHo, Manhattan.
Yes. Chrystie Street Ballet Academy is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Registration is handled by Chrystie Street Ballet Academy: chrystiestreetballet.com, or call (212) 219-9969.
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