The School of the Old Forge Ballet Co. announces fall registration for students this September. The school is open on Tuesday, Sept. 11, for the 2012-2013 season.  Preparation for the “Nutcracker” ballet Dec. 1, presented at the Strand Theatre is under way.

The school and company are dedicated to the children and adults of the Adirondack Mountains who wish to enjoy truly dynamic dance classes in a friendly manner.

Classes for male and female students, pre-ballet through adults in the Cecchetti Method of classical ballet are taught. The concentration is on developing the student’s education through the art of dance with the focus on classical ballet as the basis for all creative movement.

Ballet is the ultimate exercise for all ages and physiques. It increases strength and improve balance, grace and stamina while promoting mental relaxation.

The Cecchetti Method of classical ballet training is considered the creme de la creme of ballet training throughout the world. Teachers at the company school are highly trained in the Cecchetti Method and have all taken and successfully completed Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing, London, England examinations by USA and world wide examiners in various levels to Advanced.

The staff of instructors includes Sue Ann Lorenz-Wallace, Director of the School and Artistic Director and President of the Company, Linda Lorenz LaDue, former Artistic Director and Vice-President of the Company with Laurie Waranis and Luann Bowen, Company dancers.

The School of the Old Forge Ballet Co. resides on the second floor of the North Woods Community Center on Crosby Boulevard in Old Forge.

Please call Sue Ann Lorenz-Wallace, Director for information at (315) 369-8721 or Linda Lorenz LaDue at (315) 369-6273.