Established in 1991, the School of Alberta Ballet is the official training centre of Alberta Ballet. It offers two divisions and multiple program choices.
The School of Alberta Ballet's curriculum based on a combination of the Vaganova System and the Cecchetti Method. It includes complementary dance forms such as modern, jazz, and character dance. The School of Alberta Ballet is committed to diversity.
Murray Kilgour is the principal and Nancy Kilgour is the senior pedagogue.
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