School of Classical Ballet
in Verona, NJ
Classical Vaganova Ballet Technique •
Competitions Coaching
Ballet •
Pointe •
Character Dance •
Ballroom for Adults & Kids
Adult Ballet and Stretch classes •
Wedding choreography
School of Classical Ballet will present
"The Nutcracker"
December 16 and 17, 2024, at 6:30 pm
at Memorial Auditorium, Montclair State University, 1 Normal Ave., Montclair, NJ 07043.
"The Nutcracker"
tickets are on sale now: vbs.booktix.com
27th season: School opens Sept. 12, 2024 / closes May 24, 2025
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No parents at the school during the classes.
Please, remove your shoes downstairs.
Please, always turn off your cell phone, or switch it to vibrate during class.
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Students who take toe must take a minimum of three classes weekly - one toe, and two ballet
classes.
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We expect students to be on time. Classes start promptly.
Please call if your child will be absent from class, and to schedule a make up class.
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Uniform:
- Girls: Black leotard, pink tights and pink ballet slippers. Hair
must be neatly arranged in a bun.
- Boys: Black tights, white tee shirt, black ballet slippers and
athletic support.
School of Classical Ballet, located in Verona, NJ, was founded in 1997 by Alissa Kossov.
Our faculty members are professional dancers, but most importantly highly qualified teachers,
eager to share their knowledge and experiences with students. This makes for a truly well-rounded
experience for the children,
where learning and growth is not only the goal but the inevitable outcome.
Alissa Kossov: Artistic
Director and Choreographer
Alissa Kossov was born and raised in Russia. From a very early age she has been involved with
the world of professional ballet.
A graduate of the famous Vaganova Ballet Academy in St. Petersburg, Alissa received some of the
best training
that the Russian ballet school has to offer.
Alissa is a founder of School of Classical Ballet, artistic director and choreographer.
She successfully created several full ballet productions, such as "The Nutcracker", "Snow
Queen", "Around the World", "Gala", "Paquita", and others.
Marina Bogdanova: Ballet Teacher
We are thrilled to welcome Russian ballerina Ms. Marina Bogdanova to VBS.
Ms. Bogdanova's classical ballet repertoire included the title roles in Swan Lake, Giselle, Le
Corsaire, Sylphide, Coppelia, Esmeralda, "The Sleeping Beauty", The Nutcracker, Walpurgis
Nights, Don Quixote, Paquita, La Bayadere, Romeo and Juliet, and Carmen. Ms. Marina Bogdanova
received the honorary title of People's Artist of the USSR for outstanding achievements in the
performing arts and therefore was noted in the Great Ballet Encyclopedia of Russia.
Her wonderful many years of experience in working with children will bring new energy and keep
the best classic traditions of ballet in VBS.
Mari Sugawa: Ballet Teacher
Mari Sugawa was born in Washington D.C. and grew up in Japan where she received her training.
She started ballet training with Mariko Yamamura at her home town, Matsusaka, Mie and continued to study
with renowned Ballerina Yoko Morishita and Ballet Master Tetsutaro Shimizu as an apprentice
in Matsuyama Ballet Company in Tokyo.
She also worked privately with Prima ballerina assoluta, Eva Evdokimova when she came back to the US.
Her repertoire includes in such classics as Giselle, Odette in Swan Lake, Kitri in Don Quixote, Juliet
in Romeo and Juliet, Aurora in Sleeping Beauty, Nikiya in La Bayadère to among others. Especially her Giselle
and Juliet have met high critical praise.
She has performed with New Jersey Ballet, Ballet Austin, Eglevsky Ballet, New York Theatre Ballet
and Matsuyama Ballet Company. Currently, She performs and teaches internationally as a guest artist.
She is also a certified pilates mat and reformer instructor by Pilates Academy International.
Alexei Kossov: Ballroom
Teacher
Born in Vladivostok, Russia. He's got his education in Moscow (nuclear physics). Currently
working as programmer
in New York City, NY (computers and dancing were always and still are important parts of his
life).
He likes "So You Think You Can Dance" and "Dancing with the Stars", enjoys good music and good
company.
Alexei had long and successful carrier as professional dancer, choreographer, teacher,
adjudicator and coach.
Schedule of Classes
4:30 - 5:30
5:30 - 6:30
6:30 - 7:30
7:30 - 8:30
8:30 - 9:30
Monday
Beg.
Int.
Int. Pointe
Int. II + Adv.
Int. II + Adv. Pointe
4:30 - 5:30
5:30 - 6:30
6:30 - 7:30
7:30 - 8:30
8:30 - 9:30
Tuesday
Beg. I
Beg. II
Beg. II Pre-Pointe
Adult Ballet
Adult Ballroom
4:30 - 5:30
5:30 - 6:30
6:30 - 7:30
7:30 - 8:30
8:30 - 9:30
Wednesday
Preschool
3 - 5
Int.
Int. Pointe Tech.
Int. II + Adv.
Int. II + Adv. Pointe Tech.
4:30 - 5:30
5:30 - 6:30
6:30 - 7:30
7:30 - 8:30
8:30 - 9:30
Thurthday
Beg. I
Stretch
Pirouettes + Jumps
Private
Private
4:30 - 5:30
5:30 - 6:30
6:30 - 7:30
7:30 - 8:30
8:30 - 9:30
Friday
Beg. II
Beg. II Pre-Pointe
Int.
+ Adv.
Variations
10:00 - 11:00
11:00 - 12:00
12:00 - 1:00
1:00 - 2:00
Saturday
Private
Beg.
Preschool
3 - 5
Private
Click here to see Class Descriptions.
Click here to see Event Calendar.
Holidays
Halloween |
Oct. 31, 2024 |
Thanksgiving |
Nov. 27 - 30, 2024 |
Holiday Recess |
Dec. 18, 2024 - Jan. 8, 2025 |
February Break |
Feb. 17 - 22, 2025 |
Easter Break |
Apt. 17 - 20, 2025 |
Last day of school |
May 24, 2025 |
Events
“The Nutcracker” auditions |
Sep. 28, 2024, at 2:00 pm |
“The Nutcracker” rehearsals start |
October 5, 2024 |
Pre-performance Saturday Rehearsal at school: Please note that the entire cast will have a
mandatory rehearsal Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at 12:00 pm.
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“The Nutcracker” dress rehearsal
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Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, at 12:00 pm |
“The Nutcracker”
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Monday, Dec. 16, 2024, at 6:30 pm and Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024, at 6:30 pm |
“Snow Queen” |
May, 2025 |
Summer Intensive Program |
June 2 - 27, 2025 |
Summer Camp |
TBD |
Note: Payments are due the first week of each month.