A professional ballet and performing arts school with a comprehensive training system that maximizes students’ individual potential.
About the Method
Personalized Schedules
Through our specially designed training system, we are able to offer the utmost individual attention and expedite students’ development while offering an adaptable schedule and flexible solutions to help dancers retain a well-rounded and balanced life.
Learn MoreAccelerated Progress
In our restructured model of the traditional ballet school, we combine the best aspects of both American and international systems and provide remedies to current technical and educational issues.
Learn MoreUpdates
New PTP Morning Program
We are thrilled to introduce an extension to our PTP Day Program, with classes beginning daily at 10:00 AM. This program utilizes our established rotation and semi-private training model to provide focused technical and artistic development, including Pas de Deux and private coaching sessions. To ensure a high level of individual attention, enrollment is limited to 7 dancers.
Séber Performance Company
Join our second season of the Séber Performance Company! Designed for dancers ages 14 and older, the company offers rigorous training, mentorship, and opportunities to perform in at least six external shows per season alongside in-house productions. Company dancers will also benefit from guest-choreographer workshops, competition opportunities, and financial perks, including private coaching discounts and pointe shoe stipends.
Learn more about the company.
Registration 2026-27 Open Now
With our custom-made schedules and unique personalized training packages, you won’t want to miss securing your spot for the 2026–27 school year. Whether you are pursuing dance as a passion or have serious professional ambitions in the performing arts, we offer specialized training to help you reach your goals. To schedule a consultation, contact us or call us at (202) 368-7550 for the Classical Ballet Division or (202) 975-3407 for the Performing Arts Division.
Winter Concert 2025 & Spring Concert 2026 Production Schedules
Winter Concert 2025 Dates
- December 3–4, 2025 — tech days
- December 9, 2025 — final dress rehearsal
- December 10–11, 2025 — performances
Spring Concert 2026 Dates
- May 27–29, 2026 — tech days
- June 2, 2026 — final dress rehearsal
- June 3–4, 2026 — performances
More details about the schedule and call times will be released at least two weeks before the first tech day.
Faculty and Staff
Our school employs and trains faculty members who are knowledgeable in both traditional and current training systems and techniques, who are committed to creating a positive, nurturing and productive learning environment and who have professional experience in the industry of performing arts and dance as well as certifications in their respective cross-training disciplines.
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Lilla Séber
Artistic & Executive Director
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Ian Brown-Gorrell
Managing & Performing Arts Academy Director
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Emily Hashiguchi
Classical Ballet Division Coordinator
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Sona Kharatian
Youth Teacher
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Tomas Fischer
Youth Teacher
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Leila Stehlik-Barry
Adult Teacher
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Tricia Grey
Master Teacher
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Madison Smither
Adult Teacher
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Rudolf Kharatian
Master Teacher
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Diego Sosa
Youth Teacher
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Maurice Johnson
Youth & Adult Teacher
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Howard Perry
Adult Teacher
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Ryan Alvarado
Adjunct Youth Teacher
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Joe Paolucci
Resident Massage Therapist