Youth Ensemble
School of Missouri Contemporary Ballet
Youth Ensemble
Missouri Contemporary Ballet’s 2020/2021 Youth Ensemble, Photo by Shauna Maschmann
Dancers (L-R): Sydney, Sara, Eleanor, Kailey, Sophie, Rachel, Eva
Founded in 2015, the School of MCB’s Youth Ensemble (formerly Student Performance Company) aims to provide our most advanced students with performance opportunities in a professional atmosphere to further prepare them for a future career in dance. Learn more about our Youth Ensemble dancers here!
Auditions for the 2020/2021 Youth Ensemble have concluded. Stay tuned for information on upcoming performances and events!
In addition to the School of MCB Winter and Spring showcases, students in the Youth Ensemble have also performed at Youth America Grand Prix, National Dance Week St. Louis, Carmina Burana, Grant Arts Night, MCB’s Choreographic Installation, and Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Joining the Youth Ensemble is a commitment to rehearsals and performances from August 2020- June 2021, so please consider that when auditioning.
The Youth Ensemble is a tremendous opportunity for students, but also a serious commitment. To ensure you are able to give the time and effort required, please carefully read the Youth Ensemble Contract.
2021-2022 Season
February 25, 2022 Student Choreographic Installation – Balsamo Warehouse In Studio
March 17 – 20, 2022 Youth America Grand Prix – Chicago
March 25 – 27, 2022 NUVO Competition – Kansas City
May 27 & 28, 2022 Spring Showcase “Flourish” – TBA
Please contact us at 573-825-0095 or school@missouricontemporaryballet.org if you are interested in inviting the School of MCB Youth Ensemble to perform at your event/institution.