Alba Ballet Company

Dance and eventually join Alba Ballet Company for more advanced training and performance opportunities.

Alba Ballet Company, located in Greenock, Inverclyde, is a prestigious school of classical ballet and dance. With their private studio, they offer unparalleled training and performance experiences for aspiring dancers. Their two-year part-time course in classical ballet, paired with regular dance classes, provides students with a thorough understanding of the life of a full-time dancer.

The highlight of Alba Ballet Company's programme is their full-scale classical ballet productions. They have successfully staged two major productions, “The Nutcracker” in 2014 and “Cinderella” in 2016. Both performances received overwhelming support and were presented to packed audiences. Alba Ballet Company is now preparing for their next production, “Coppelia,” scheduled for 2018.

The company aims to showcase their ballet productions not only to the local residents of Inverclyde but also to wider audiences from surrounding areas.

Alba Ballet Company is actively seeking talented dancers, both male and female, to join their ranks. The training and performance opportunities provided by the company can set aspiring dancers on the path to becoming full-time professionals. Mature students who have danced up to the age of sixteen are also welcome, offering them a chance to continue their training and perform at the highest level, even alongside other commitments such as work or university.

For those interested in starting ballet, Alba Ballet Company is connected to Elite Academy of Dance, which offers classical ballet training for young dancers. As the senior section of the academy, Alba Ballet serves as a natural progression for dedicated ballet students. Classes at Elite Academy of Dance are held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, with different levels available for male and female dancers aged three and above. Students can visit the studio on Watt Street in Greenock after 4 pm on any of the mentioned days to observe the training or contact Julie Gunn for more information.

Alba Ballet Company prides itself on its dedication to the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) syllabus for classical ballet. The curriculum is followed diligently, ensuring that students receive the highest quality training. Through their commitment to excellence, Alba Ballet Company is devoted to nurturing talented dancers and providing them with the skills and opportunities necessary for pursuing a successful career in ballet.