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Level VIII/IX Fall Conference Sign-Up

Afternoon Level VIII & IX families,

We are delighted to have you back this fall! Individual student/parent conferencing for our Level VIII & IX students are coming up.

Level VIII & IX conferences will take place on October 5th from 4-5:30pm and October 7th from 3:30-6pm. The only class that will be canceled between these 2 dates is Level VIII Technique on 10/7, all other classes will occur as regularly scheduled. Conferences will take place over Zoom in 15 minute time blocks.

Graduating students will not have separate conferences, they will be included in the conferences for the level they are currently in.

As always, the student conferences will include discussions about your progress and mastering technique and artistry. Prior to conferences, your teachers work collectively to communicate their individual observations and corrections for each student. Conferences provide a platform to discuss not only what you are working on in class in the way of technique, but also your plans for the future and how we can help guide you successfully into the next chapter in your life. Parents and students please come prepared with questions and let us know how we can help make this a successful year for you.   

Click here to sign up for a conference time. A second reminder will go out the weekend before October 5th, that will include the Zoom links. Please sign-up by September 26th!

We look forward to seeing you at your conference. If you have any questions, please feel free to call or email. 

Pacific Northwest Ballet School

Pnbschool@pnb.org

206-441-2435|Seattle

Level VIII/IX Fall Conference Sign-Up2026-09-22T14:08:40-07:00

Ticket Voucher Information

2026-27 Ticket Voucher Information

SAVE THE DATES!

We encourage all students to attend PNB Company performances. The live theater experience provides an essential and enriching component to the education of our students. Students in Levels VI-IX, Advanced Men, and IX Men will receive ticket vouchers valid for two tickets to the following Reps in PNB’s 2026-27 season:

Rep 1: SERENADE

Saturday, October 3rd, 7:30pm

SERENADE – PAGES – PICTURES AT AN EXHIBITION

Immerse yourself in a world of romance and beauty with this stunning triple bill. George Balanchine’s Serenade, his first work created in America, is an ethereal celebration of the ensemble of dancers, rather than the individual. Alexei Ratmansky’s Pictures at an Exhibition is a vivid and nuanced celebration of art, and Pages, Jessica Lang’s newest work, promises to be nothing short of brilliant. Filled with lush music and inspirational performances, you won’t want to miss PNB’s 2026/27 season opener.

CONNECT WITH YOUR CLASS MENTORS! If your class mentors are performing in the October 3rd performance, we will coordinate a time right after the show to meet up with them. If your mentors are NOT performing on October 3rd, they may join you in the audience for the show. Look for more details a few days prior to the performance.

Rep 3: SWAN LAKE

February 6-7, 2027

Considered by many to be the greatest classical ballet of all time, Swan Lake is nothing short of mesmerizing. Kent Stowell’s interpretation, a PNB favorite since 1981, overflows with romance, sorcery, and heartbreak. Between Tchaikovsky’s universally beloved score, PNB’s uniquely spellbinding set and costume designs, and virtuoso performances from the entire PNB Company, this production will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.

Ticket vouchers will be distributed in class prior to each Rep. Voucher dates are determined by PNB.

Did you know: All PNB School students and their families receive a student rate of up to 30% off tickets to performances! Mention promo code PNBS27 when calling the Box Office, or enter the code and select seat labeled “Family” when buying tickets online. Click here to buy your tickets: https://order.pnb.org/events?premove=Y&k=subscriber&promo=PNBS27

Ticket Voucher Information2026-09-18T12:25:23-07:00

Ticket Voucher Information!

2026-27 Ticket Voucher Information

SAVE THE DATES!

We encourage all students to attend PNB Company performances. The live theater experience provides an essential and enriching component to the education of our students. Students in Levels IV-IX, Intermediate Boys, Advanced Men, and IX Men will receive ticket vouchers valid for two tickets to the following Reps in PNB’s 2026-27 season:

Rep 1: SERENADE

VOUCHER DATE: Saturday, October 3rd, 7:30pm

SERENADE – PAGES – PICTURES AT AN EXHIBITION

Immerse yourself in a world of romance and beauty with this stunning triple bill. George Balanchine’s Serenade, his first work created in America, is an ethereal celebration of the ensemble of dancers, rather than the individual. Alexei Ratmansky’s Pictures at an Exhibition is a vivid and nuanced celebration of art, and Pages, Jessica Lang’s newest work, promises to be nothing short of brilliant. Filled with lush music and inspirational performances, you won’t want to miss PNB’s 2026/27 season opener.

Rep 3: SWAN LAKE

February 6-7, 2027

Considered by many to be the greatest classical ballet of all time, Swan Lake is nothing short of mesmerizing. Kent Stowell’s interpretation, a PNB favorite since 1981, overflows with romance, sorcery, and heartbreak. Between Tchaikovsky’s universally beloved score, PNB’s uniquely spellbinding set and costume designs, and virtuoso performances from the entire PNB Company, this production will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.

Ticket vouchers will be distributed in class prior to each Rep. Voucher dates are determined by PNB.

Ticket Voucher Information!2026-09-18T11:47:01-07:00

ACTION REQUIRED! Level IV Freed Fitting sign-ups

Freed fitting sign-ups are here! Fittings are mandatory for first year Level IV students, and second year level IV’s are strongly encouraged to sign up

Sign-ups Here:

SEATTLE Level IV – Wednesday September 30th (fittings replace class this day)

BELLEVUE Level IV A – Thursday October 1st

BELLEVUE Level IV B – Friday October 2nd

Fitting Details: Welcome Letter from Freed

  • Please arrive on time with clean feet and trimmed toenails. 
  • Dancer should arrive wearing clean convertible tights. Please no full-footed tights.
  • Students must wear tights for the fittings!
  • All shoes must meet PNB School faculty approval before sewing!
  • *Second year level IV’s: please bring current pointe shoes and applicable inserts/padding

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING:

  • Completed Order Form: each dancer attending a fitting MUST bring a completed ORDER FORM, including valid/accurate email address, credit card number and expiration date, as well as current shipping address to the fitting. Dancers will not be able to have their scheduled fitting without this form. Please print and fill out the attached form. There will be extras at the fittings if you do forget to bring yours along.
  • Toe Pads and any additional padding, spacers. These will be available for purchase as well.
  • Current pointe shoes (if you are a second year Level IV)

**PLEASE NOTE: The fitters may be taking photographs and video for use on our social media platforms. If you do not wish to be photographed or videoed, please let your fitter know prior to your fitting.

Pointe shoe fitters from Freed of London’s New York office will be at the Francia Russell Center and the Phelps Center to fit pointe shoes for all Level IV students. Most students will be fit in the Freed “Studio” shoe.  See below for a price list. The School is grateful to take advantage of this very rare opportunity to be fit with expert guidance.

PRICE LIST

Level IV Sewing Seminars

The first pointe class after Freed fittings will be an official sewing day for students. A list of required materials will be provided at your fitting.

Do not sew your shoes until the scheduled sewing day! Faculty must approve your shoes before sewing, and pointe shoes are to be worn only in class!

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to the school with any questions!

ACTION REQUIRED! Level IV Freed Fitting sign-ups2026-09-17T12:52:18-07:00

2026/2027 PNB Student Buttons!

Hello PNB School Families and Students!

Starting this week, all students in Creative Movement through Level IX at both Seattle and Bellevue will receive an official PNB Student Button for the 2026-2027 season! We ask that your student please pin this button on a dance bag that they consistently bring with them to the studios. If you student does not use a dance bag, we strongly encourage they start to bring one with them. It must always be attached to their dance bag and visible as a form of identification for the security guard, external door camera or front desk to see.

If you ever lose your button, please check in the with the front desk to see if it was returned because all student buttons will have individual names on the back. If your button is lost, it will be $5 for a replacement.

As always, PNB will continue to prioritize safety and security throughout the 26-27 season and will continue to communicate with students and families. We appreciate your continued understanding and support. 

Best,

Safety & Security Team

PNB School Staff

2026/2027 PNB Student Buttons!2026-09-16T15:04:00-07:00

Special Guest Teacher: Friday, September 18th

Dear Level VIII Families,

We are excited to announce that on Friday, September 18th you will having a special guest teacher, Professional Division student Landon Spurbeck, teaching a Jazz class! This class will be held from 7:30-8:30pm in place of your Character class.

Dress code: Black tights are optional. Jazz shoes are preferred if you have them

We are super excited to be able to offer you this special class!

Best,

PNBS

Special Guest Teacher: Friday, September 18th2026-09-14T17:21:09-07:00

Special Guest Teacher: Friday, September 18th

Hello Level VII Families,

We are excited to announce that on Friday, September 18th you will having a special guest teacher, Professional Division student Landon Spurbeck, teaching a Jazz class! This class will be held from 6:15-7:15pm in place of your Character class.

Dress code: Black tights are optional. Jazz shoes are preferred if you have them

We are super excited to be able to offer you this special class!

Best,

PNBS

Special Guest Teacher: Friday, September 18th2026-09-14T17:03:45-07:00

Special Guest Teacher: Friday, September 18th

Hello Advance Men Families,

We are excited to announce that on Friday, September 18th you will having a special guest teacher, Professional Division student Landon Spurbeck, teaching a Jazz class! This class will be held from 7:30-8:30pm in place of your Character class.

Dress code: Jazz shoes are preferred if you have them

We are super excited to be able to offer you this special class!

Best,

PNBS

Special Guest Teacher: Friday, September 18th2026-09-14T16:52:42-07:00

Special Guest Teacher: Friday, September 18th

Hello Int Boys Families,

We are excited to announce that on Friday, September 18th you will having a special guest teacher, Professional Division student Landon Spurbeck, teaching a Jazz class! This class will be held from 4:45-5:45pm in place of your Character class.

Dress code: Jazz shoes are preferred if you have them

We are super excited to be able to offer you this special class!

Best,

PNBS

Special Guest Teacher: Friday, September 18th2026-09-14T16:51:59-07:00

New Voices II: Welcome Message + Save The Dates!

New Voices: Choreography and Process for Young Women in Dance


Welcome, New Voices II Students and Families!

I am deeply excited and grateful for the start of the ninth year of this wonderful program, and I am ready and eager to get our year under way!

As a reminder, I will ask that all students bring a dedicated notebook and writing implement to every class.

We have some exciting events coming up this year. Please make a note in your calendars of the following:

NV II at Community of Kindness:  A few NV II students will be asked to perform at the Community of Kindness event on Sunday, October 18 from 1pm-4pm at Mercerdale Park on Mercer Island. This event is in collaboration with PNB’s Dance for All program. Community service hours are available for this event. More information is coming soon.

NVII will be performing an original work (of their making!) at Discover Dance on Tuesday, November 10 at 6:30pm at McCaw Hall. Students should be available from 12noon onwards and all must be available for dress rehearsal at 1:00pm and the 6:30pm performance. Community service hours are available for those who would like to help with the students and setting up the event. Family and friends are all invited to this performance, but more information on tickets will come as time nears. 

PopUP!: NV II students will be participating in creating and performing PopUP dances during the intermissions of PNB’s Rep 2. Dates and times as follows:

  • Friday Nov 6 @ 7:30pm
  • Saturday Nov 7 @ 2:00pm and 7:30pm
  • Friday Nov 13 @ 7:30pm
  • Saturday Nov 14 @ 2:00pm and 7:30pm

NV II will see Ballet BC performing on Saturday, May 15 at 8pm at Meany Hall. Please save the date

NV I and NV II: Both classes will have choreographic presentations on Wednesday, June 2 in Studio C. NV I will present trio/quartet work starting at 5:30pm. NV II will be presenting repertoire and group work at 7:00pm. All are invited!

I’d like to thank you for your continued support of this important program, and I am looking forward to seeing you at our showings. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. I am looking forward to a very creative year!

Warmly,

Ms. Stone

Eva Stone,  BFA, MA (she/her)

NEXT STEP Program Coordinator

Modern/New Voices Instructor

Estone@pnb.org

206.799.6004

New Voices II: Welcome Message + Save The Dates!2026-09-14T14:12:52-07:00
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