Ballet 314

We are very proud of all the choreographers and dancers that were involved in our inaugural “Works In Progress 314”! Thank you to the STL community for supporting this new wave of choreographic talent.

There are a lot of exciting performances coming up for our 26/27 season, and you don’t want to miss them!

🩰 Visit ballet314.org to learn more about our “Rooted” season.

The Straight and Narrow by Ashley Stettes
A Lens With Three Sides by Kendall Dietrich
All The While By Rachel Colombe
Light In Unexpected Places by Maura Caldwell-Thompson
Off The Wall by Eugenia Jones
Chantez le Bas by Megan Buckley
Holding Space by Abbie Hinrichs
La Vitalité by Isabella Schmitt

📸 Lumosco Photo

AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT ⭐️ This season, there are 2 opportunities to join our community cast!

The Nutcracker & the World’s Fair: Dec. 11-13 at Edison Theatre. 🎄Our annual St. Louis-based holiday classic.

Midsummer: June 4-5 at Touhill Performing Arts Center
🧚🏼‍♀️ A whimsical Missouri-centered retelling of the timeless Shakespeare play.

Both opportunities offer opportunities for ages 5 to adult to perform alongside our Professional Company and Corps de Ballet 314.

🩰 Registration open now!

Masterclass Auditions: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-nutcracker-masterclass-audition-registration

Open Auditions: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-nutcracker-audition-registration-2

Abigail joined Ballet 314 as a Resident Artist in 2024. From her very first performance in “End of the Line” to her final bow with us at “WIP 314,” we have enjoyed her presence both on and off stage.

Help us wish her all the best as she pursues new adventures outside of St. Louis! You will be missed, Abigail!

📸 Carly Vanderheyden Photography

Our very first Corps de Ballet 314 Intensive is fast approaching! Join us for a weekend tailored for the adult dancer who desiries to deepen their technique, musicality, and artistry in a supportive setting.

Registration for this intensive is limited! Reserve your place at the barre before June 20.

📍Schedule
June 26-28 at Central Studio on Pershing
6/26 at 6:30-8:30 (Robert Poe)
6/27 at 10:30-1:30 (Robert Poe)
6/28 at 11:30-1:30 (Maura Caldwell-Thompson)

To register and learn more, visit www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/corps-de-ballet-314-weekend-intensive

Let’s wish a very happy birthday to Resident Artist, Lauren (Wren) Hood 🤩

Here she is as “Fairy Floss” in “The Nutcracker & The World’s Fair.”

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ADULT BALLET DANCERS, THIS IS FOR YOU! 🩰

Ballet 314 has created an intentional weekend intensive just for our adult ballet community, and we'd love to have you there.

Choose the weekend and location that works best for you, and spend two days strengthening your technique, musicality, and artistry in a welcoming environment that truly meets you where you are.

Space is limited to keep the experience personal and hands-on, so don't wait to save your spot!

📍 Weekend 1 | June 26–28 Central Studio
📍 Weekend 2 | July 10–12 Devine Performing Arts

Drop-in rates also available. Register below
www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/corps-de-ballet-314-weekend-intensive

Before the day is over, join us in wishing a Happy Birthday to our newest Resident Artist, Sammy Lawson! 🎉 Next season, you'll see him in all three Mainstage productions, culminating with a birthday closing performance of Midsummer 🎭✨

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Feeling stiff after sitting or bending? Limited range of motion can affect how you move, feel, and perform. Flexibility is key to staying active and injury-free!

Our partner Athletico Physical Therapy shares why ROM matters and 5 tips to start moving better today.

👉 https://www.athletico.com/2025/09/05/move-better-feel-better-5-tips-to-restore-your-range-of-motion/

We just closed Season 7 with two sold-out shows at WIP 314 🎉 Join us in congratulating our dancers and choreographers!!

Thank you to our Board Members, Staff, and Volunteers for all your help making the day a success.

Big thank you also to The Ridge Room and Cakes Happen by Amber Low for supporting us with the reception catering.

✨ Stay tuned for exciting news about our 8th season!

📸 Photos of our choreographers working in the studio by Lumosco Photo
*4th photo taken by Marcela Gómez Lugo