SLC Ballet

Professional Training for the Next Generation of Dancers

August 2026 Announcements

A Message from SLC Ballet’s Artistic Director:

Dear SLC Ballet Families,

Welcome to a new season at SLC Ballet!

As we begin another exciting year together, I want to take a moment to thank each of you for being such an important part of our ballet family. Looking back, I am incredibly grateful for all that we accomplished during our 15th Anniversary Season. It was truly a year to remember—filled with beautiful performances, meaningful milestones, and countless moments of growth both in and out of the studio. None of it would have been possible without the dedication of our students, the support of our families, and the passion of our faculty.

As we look ahead, I am filled with excitement and anticipation for all that this new season will bring. We have wonderful performances, inspiring opportunities, and new goals waiting for us. I can’t wait to see our dancers continue to grow in confidence, artistry, and technique.

I am especially excited to work alongside our incredible team of teachers. Their talent, experience, and genuine care for each student create the positive and encouraging environment that makes SLC Ballet such a special place. Together, we are committed to helping every dancer discover their potential while fostering a life-long love of ballet.

Whether this is your first year with us or you’ve been part of our community for many seasons, thank you for entrusting us with your dance journey. We are honored to be part of your lives and look forward to another year of learning, laughter, friendship, and unforgettable memories.

Here’s to a wonderful season ahead. Dream big, work hard, support one another, and enjoy every step of the journey.

I can’t wait to see all that we will accomplish together!

With gratitude,

Teruyo Davis

SLC Ballet Owner & Artistic Director

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upcoming important dates

August

  • 15th Pointe Shoe Fitting Day @ Onstage Dancewear
  • 17th 2026-2027 Season begins, Adult Fall Session I begins
  • 27th Junior and Senior Company Parent Meeting
    • 6:30 pm
    • No Jr. Musical Theater class
  • 29th Nutcracker auditions

September

  • 5th Nutcracker Orientation/Costume Fitting
    • 12:00-1:00 pm
  • 7th Labor Day – No classes
  • 10th Millcreek Fall Market
    • Junior and Senior Company
  • 11th 2027 Japan Trip Orientation
    • 6:45-7:45 pm
  • 12th Nutcracker Rehearsals begin
  • 28th Adult Fall Session 2 begins

Other announcements

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2027 Spring Gala:
Don Quixote

April 15th-17th

Audition information

December 12th, 2026

  • Academy 3-5* 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
    • *Current academy students do not need to register for auditions.
  • Beginning Adults 12:00 PM-1:00 PM
  • Intermediate/Advanced Adults 1:00 PM-2:00 PM

Unlimited Pass updates

Starting in September, our Adult Unlimited Pass will receive a couple of updates.

We are adding one special class each month that will be included as a perk for unlimited pass holders such as a master class, pas de deux, or other specialty class.

In addition, the cost of the unlimited pass will increase by $5/month starting September 2026.

Adult Musical Theater coming this fall session 1

We are adding an Adult Musical Theater class on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-7:30, taught by our extraordinary teacher, Jenaha! This is an exciting opportunity for our adult students to expand their technique and artistry.

SLC Ballet is going to Japan!

Terry is planning a studio trip to Japan for August 2027. There will be more information coming for this trip and we will have an orientation meeting on Sept. 11, from 6:45-7:45.

nutcracker 2026

December 4th & 5th

auditions: august 29th

This year’s annual Nutcracker performance will include a change unique to SLC Ballet: two casts, including an adults-only cast!

This will give our adult students the opportunity to have different roles than they’ve been able to have in the past, including soloist and main character roles!

Students of all levels are invited to perform.

Rehearsal Information
Please make sure you are available for the following dates as these rehearsals are mandatory.
  • November 13th Studio run-through
    • Academy Cast Act I
  • November 14th Studio run-through
    • Academy Cast Act II
    • Full Adult Cast
  • November 20th Studio dress-rehearsal and photos
    • Academy Cast Act I
  • November 21st Studio dress-rehearsal and Photos
    • Academy Cast Act II,
    • Full Adult Cast
  • December 3rd Theater dress-rehearsal
Audition information
August 29th, 2026
  • Academy 3-5 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
    • Academy students don’t need to register for auditions.
  • Beginning Adults: 12:00 PM-1:00 PM
    • Recommended for students taking Ballet 101-Beginning 2 classes.
  • Intermediate & Advanced Adults 1:00 PM-2:00 PM
    • Recommended for students taking Beginning 2-Advanced classes.

**Preschool, Elementary, Academy 1, and Academy 2 levels don’t need to audition.


academy student spotlight: amelia zinsmeister

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about amelia

Amelia started dancing at the age of 4, joining SLC Ballet three years ago at the age of 8.

This year she will be in the Academy 3B class. In addition to dancing, she also enjoys pottery, cooking, anime, horseback riding, and her pet lizard.

Amelia’s Favorite things

Color: Blue
Food: Pho
Treat: Ice-cream
Movie: Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc
Ballet: Swan Lake
Ballerina: Drew Montague
Role: Pages in Sleeping Beauty.

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Adult student spotlight: Rachel Smith

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About Rachel

Rachel started dancing when she was 6 years-old but had to quit after about 4 years due to breaking her foot while running at school. She filled her time with music lessons, all the while missing ballet and wanting to return to it.

She started at SLC Ballet in October 2024 and says “I was so happy when I learned that SLC Ballet offered the [Foundations] 101-103 courses. I could finally do ballet again!”

Outside of ballet, Rachel loves reading books and owns over 600 digital and physical books. She has a fun “bookstagram” account (@books.glorious.books) where she posts book reviews.

rachel’s favorite things

Color: Light Blue
Food: Steak
Treat: Donuts
Movie: Ever After
Ballet: The Nutcracker
Ballerina: Maria Tallchief
Role: Pharaoh’s Daughter River Variation (shown right).

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