Business Details
15 Years
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Carole Alexis Ballet Theatre - Arts & Culture in New York City
Founded in 2011 by director-choreographer Carole Alexis, Ballet des Amriques/Carole Alexis Ballet Theatre is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a professional multicultural dance company based in New York City and White Plains. The company has performed hundreds of productions locally and internationally, earning accolades like government proclamations as the Premier Dance Company and Best Ballet Company and School.Our Dancing Caravan Project, launched during the pandemic, brings portable performances to diverse communities. The affiliated Ballet des Amriques Conservatory has successfully placed students into prestigious global institutions, including the Royal Ballet and Juilliard. With a focus on multicultural storytelling, we bridge cultural divides through innovative choreography and community engagement.
Services
Professional Dance Performances
Ballet Conservatory Training
Dancing Caravan Project
International Cultural Exchange
Community Outreach Programs
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We have over 13 years of experience in multicultural dance performance and education.
- Our Dancing Caravan Project provides accessible, itinerant dance theater experiences.
- Our conservatory graduates are admitted to prestigious institutions like Juilliard and Royal Ballet.
- We are recognized as the Premier Dance Company by government proclamations.
- We offer innovative choreography rooted in Creole and global cultural traditions.
Associations and certifications
- 501(c)3
Services
Professional Dance Performances
Our multicultural dance company performs innovative choreographic works locally and internationally. Led by Carole Alexis, we present hundreds of productions that blend Creole traditions with global contemporary styles. Our performances showcase diverse dancers and celebrate cultural storytelling through movement.
Ballet Conservatory Training
The pre-professional Ballet des Amriques Conservatory trains dancers for elite institutions worldwide. Our students consistently gain admission to top programs like Juilliard, Royal Ballet, and Bolshoi Academy. The curriculum emphasizes technical excellence and artistic expression for aspiring professionals.
Dancing Caravan Project
Launched during the pandemic, this portable dance theater brings performances to communities. Equipped with a sprung floor, lighting, and sound systems, we deliver accessible shows in outdoor and indoor settings across Westchester and NYC.
International Cultural Exchange
We foster cross-cultural connections through international collaborations and performances. By touring globally and hosting international artists, we create platforms for cultural dialogue and mutual understanding through dance.
Community Outreach Programs
Our outreach initiatives provide dance education and performances to underserved communities. Through workshops, residencies, and accessible performances, we make ballet and contemporary dance inclusive and available to diverse audiences.
People
Carole Alexis
Director-Choreographer
Founder of Ballet des Amriques, Carole Alexis is a Creole choreographer with 13+ years leading multicultural dance productions. Her work has earned government proclamations and press coverage, including Best Ballet Company honors.
Questions
What type of dance does Ballet des Amriques perform?
We perform multicultural contemporary ballet with roots in Creole traditions, blending global influences into innovative choreographic works.
How can students join the Ballet des Amriques Conservatory?
Students can audition for our pre-professional program, which offers rigorous training and mentorship to prepare for elite global dance institutions.
Do you offer performances outside theaters?
Yes! The Dancing Caravan Project provides flexible, portable performances in parks, community centers, and other non-traditional venues across NYC and Westchester.
What awards has Ballet des Amriques received?
We’ve received government proclamations as Premier Dance Company, Best Ballet Company and School honors, and international recognition for artistic excellence.
