Heber Valley Ballet is a nonprofit committed to developing young dancers through exceptional training and performance opportunities, while enriching the arts in the Heber Valley community.
Benefits & Opportunities for Company Members
Additional performance opportunities, including consideration for principal and solo roles in story ballets such as The Nutcracker (presented as a full-stage production starting this year) and our spring production
Rehearsals outside of regular class time that build discipline, consistency, and professional work habits
Performances at community events and a repertory show in late winter
In-house adjudication in connection with the repertory show
A goal-setting program, including regular one-on-one meetings with directors
Optional ensemble participation in ballet competitions
Exposure to a wider range of repertoire, including contemporary ballet
Mentorship for students considering dance beyond high school, with insight into collegiate and professional pathways
Time Commitment
Main Company
9.25 hours of ballet training per week
2 hours of contemporary training
4–6 hours of rehearsal
Rehearsal Schedule:
Tuesdays (ending by 8:30 PM)
Fridays (ending by 6:00 PM)
Occasional Saturday morning rehearsals (approximately once per month)
Heber Valley Ballet 2
7.75 hours of ballet training per week
2 hours of contemporary training
3–4 hours of rehearsal
Rehearsal Schedule:
Tuesdays (ending by 8:00 PM)
Fridays (ending by 5:30 PM)
Occasional Saturday morning rehearsals (approximately once per month)
Expectations
Dancers are expected to maintain at least 90% attendance in all classes
Dancers must attend all assigned rehearsals
Any missed rehearsal must be approved in advance by company directors
Program Costs
To meet HVB’s goals for high-caliber training and performance opportunities, certain costs are required:
Productions: venue rental, backdrops, scenery, costumes, choreography, props, guest artists, publicity
Rehearsal time: studio space and rehearsal directors
Additional costs: occasional master classes and adjudicators
Funding Sources:
Ticket sales from performances
Grants and donations
Company member fees
Financial Commitment
Main Company
Ballet Tuition: $350/month (Primary Ballet – Lilac level)
Contemporary Tuition: $110/month (The Block)
Rehearsal Fee: $140/month (supports the nonprofit)
Company Fee: $300/year
Includes all costuming and performance fees for The Nutcracker, Repertory Show/Adjudication, and Spring Ballet
Heber Valley Ballet Sweatsuit: $80
Photoshoots: No cost
Heber Valley Ballet 2
Ballet Tuition: $295/month (Primary Ballet – Ruby level)
Contemporary Tuition: $110/month (The Block)
Rehearsal Fee: $100/month (supports the nonprofit)
Company Fee: $300/year
Includes all costuming and performance fees for The Nutcracker, Repertory Show/Adjudication, and Spring Ballet
Heber Valley Ballet Sweatsuit: $80
Photoshoots: No cost
Additional Notes
Monthly costs apply to a 9-month season (September through May)
A 5% discount is available when paying in full
The annual company fee may be split over 9 months
No additional costs are required to be a company member
Studio registration fees are waived
We are currently working to establish a scholarship fund as part of the nonprofit.
Faculty
Erin Malan — Director, Heber Valley Ballet & Primary Ballet
Aubrie Owen Crandall — Assistant Director & Instructor
Olivia Newell — Instructor & Rehearsal Director
Sophie Thompson — Instructor & Rehearsal Director