Illinois Classical Ballet is considered one of the top pre-professional ballet schools in the North Shore area of Chicago, Illinois, and has been recognized as an Outstanding Ballet School by the Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP), the world’s largest global dance network.

Our vision is to inspire the future of classical ballet by training and educating young dancers on exceptional technical & artistic skills in preparation for professional ballet schools, college performing arts programs, or a career in professional ballet companies

PRE-PROFESSIONAL TRAINING 

Summer Intensive 2025

Year-Round Program 2025

Illinois Classical Ballet 2025 program
Ballet dancer posing with arms outstretched, part of a promotional poster for the Illinois Classical Ballet Summer Intensive program, running from June 16 to July 26, 2025. Details include location at 667 Central Ave, pre-professional training by audition, and contact information.

Reaganne Beamer - YAGP Finalist 2023-2024

Paris Svigos - YAGP Finalist 2018-2023,2025

Classes

Summer Intensive

Limited class spots. Email info@IllinoisClassicalBallet.com for audition

Year-Round

CALENDAR

2024 - 2025

Jessica Glaws - YAGP Finalist 2020-2024

Irina Dubrovska - YAGP Finalist 2020-2024